City, Vietnam
Da Nang
Beach city with mountains, wide boulevards, cheap rent and a big nomad scene. Quieter than Saigon or Hanoi; nightlife is limited and typhoons hit in autumn.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$771–1,230Comfortable, one person · ₫20M–32MDetails
- Value for money87/100Better value than 86% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goFeb–JunWarmest: Jun, 33°CDetails
- Internet301 MbpsFixed broadband, Vietnam medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledDo not drink tap water; use bottled or filtered.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$19–58Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundGrabWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards in malls, hotels and many cafés; cash or bank QR for markets, street food and smaller shops.Details
Where to stay in Da Nang
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| My Khe Beach (An Thuong) | Nomads and expats: beach, cafés, gyms, coworking |
| Han River (Hai Chau) | City center: bridges, night market, restaurants |
| Son Tra | Quiet area by the peninsula, family-friendly |
| Ngu Hanh Son | Beach resorts toward Hoi An, a bit isolated |
Apps that work in Da Nang
Ride-hailing
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| GrabFood | Widest choice in English |
| ShopeeFood | Cheaper, mostly Vietnamese |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: Zalo
- VeXeRe: Booking buses and sleeper coaches
- Taxis: Meter taxis from Mai Linh or Vinasun are fine. Agree prices with unmarked cars or xe om before riding.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Vietnam.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards in malls, hotels and many cafés; cash or bank QR for markets, street food and smaller shops.
- Currency: Dong (VND). US$1 ≈ ₫25,953.96 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Foreign-card fees run roughly 20,000–110,000 VND per withdrawal and limits are low (often 2–5 million VND); compare banks.
- Tipping: Not expected; locals don't tip. Round up for drivers, and tip guides and spa staff for good service.
- Paying by phone: Apple and Google Pay work at contactless terminals; VietQR needs a Vietnamese bank account or a linked regional banking app.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Many nationalities need an e-visa: up to 90 days, single or multiple entry, US$25/US$50, applied for online.
- Look-alike agency sites charge several times the official fee; use only the government .gov.vn e-visa portal.
- Airlines may refuse boarding without an onward ticket dated within your visa or visa-free period.
Emergency numbers
Police 113 · Ambulance 115 · Fire 114
Plugs
Type A, C · 220 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Viettel, Vinaphone and MobiFone airport kiosks sell tourist SIMs with big data allowances; passport required. City shops are cheaper. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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