Beyond the iconic cities of Hanoi in the north and Ho Chi Minh City in the south lies Da Nang.
Da Nang is literally a seaside gem in Central Vietnam with its own kind of magic, and there are just as many—if not more—wonderful things to do in Da Nang as in the other major cities. Yet, it often flies under the radar, mostly because of the charming ancient town of Hoi An right next door.

From wild beaches and open-air museums carved by both nature and humans, to ancient citadels and fire-breathing dragons, either fun activities or ancient attractions, Da Nang has them all.