Da Nang’s stunning coastline is over 90km in total length, and stretches from the foot of the Hai Van Pass to the Marble Mountains.
Local beaches are very clear for visitors to go swimming all year round, but especially from May to August when the waves are gentle. In particular, lifeguard teams work from 5am to 8pm daily to ensure the safety of swimmers on some of these beaches.
First off, My Khe beach is 900 meters in length and is popular with both locals and visitors. It has ever listed in the US Forbes Magazine as one of the 6 most beautiful beaches in the world, it is an intriguing beach with white sand and a gentle slope.
There are many hotels, restaurants, drinks stalls, and other services which create favourable conditions for visitors to relax around the beach. There are also a number of high-end resorts nearby should you be in need of pampering, with most offering a rich choice of treatments at their spas and a range of dining options.
In addition, seafood specialities including prawns, crabs, fish, and cuttlefish are sold in many small shops at reasonable prices.
My Khe beach
Non Nuoc Beach that is located at the foot of the Marble Mountains, stretches over 5km in Hoa Hai Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District. This beach has a gentle slope, calm waves, and crystal-clear blue water all year around. In addition, coming here, visitors can find a wonderful choice of locally-caught fresh fish and seafood readily available for them to enjoy. Along this beach, the indigenous species of casuarina trees helps to stabilise the dunes. This is an ideal place to pitch your tent and enjoy a camping and outdoor experience.
Smooth white sand on Non Nuoc beach
After relaxing and bathing on the beach, visitors can explore the Marble Mountains with ancient pagodas and sacred monumental caves, or watch the marble carvers in the stone carving village at the foot of the mountains. The beach hotels offer various services such as handicraft shops, massage, restaurants, tennis and other activities. Time spent on the Non Nuoc beach is sure to leave you with unforgettable memories and the desire to come back for more.
Another popular local beach is Bac My An in My An Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, about 7km south-east far from the city centre. The 4km-long beach boasts white sand, blue water and high-quality resorts: T18, My Da Dong 2, My Da Dong 3, Bac My An, Furama and Pullman Danang Beach Resort. In particular, the 5-star Furama Resort is well-equipped with many comfortable bedrooms and other excellent services. In addition, there are several smaller hotels and guest houses available for those who prefer cheaper accommodation. Bac My An Beach with its beauty and good services is truly a terrific place for locals and visitors to unwind and relax.
Nam O beach that is situated 17km north-west of the city, offers environmental boat rides to popular places like Hoa Bac and Hoa Bang. According to locals, the name Nam O means the South of the O district. This beach has a moderate slope with clear blue water and white sand stretching along the foot of a mountain.
From here, visitors can reach the Son Tra peninsula by road along the mountain or by boat on the west coast, as well as visit a village of the Katu ethnic group in Hoa Bac Commune, Hoa Vang district’s.
Thanh Binh Beach is located nearer the inner-city, is also very popular with locals and visitors. Water sports are available here, including windsurfing, yachting and boating.
Xuan Thieu Beach, also known as a "Red Beach", is famous for its clean and beautiful white sand, as well as the clear blue sea. Visiting the beach at sunrise or sunset, you will understand the meaning of the beach. Sunlight reflecting from the water gives the entire beach a red colour.
There are 3 famous beaches of North, South and But on the Son Tra Peninsula. Apart from relaxing and bathing on these beaches, visitors have the opportunity to discover the primeval forest with its rich flora and fauna on the peninsula, to dive and explore the coral reefs, or go fishing.
Compiled by Nguyen Hao
