Hai Chau

Da Nang & Hoi An, Vietnam

Da Nang's commercial and administrative heart along the Han River, with markets, cafes, and the Dragon Bridge.

Places in Hai Chau

Bia hoi sidewalk bars Sidewalk bia hoi spots serving cheap draft beer alongside a newer wave of craft beer bars across the district.

Best time to visit: February to May offers the driest, most comfortable weather before the summer heat and the autumn rainy season.
Getting around: A taxi or rented scooter covers the 40-minute drive between Da Nang and Hoi An easily; Hoi An's Ancient Town itself is pedestrian-only and best explored on foot.
Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND)
Language: Vietnamese. English is common in tourism.
Timezone: ICT (UTC+7)
Current trends: Da Nang's beachfront hotel scene continues to expand with new international resort openings, while Hoi An's dining has grown more chef-driven without displacing its street-food core around Cẩm Phô.

Hoi An Ancient Town — A UNESCO World Heritage old town of honey-toned merchant houses and silk lanterns, closed to traffic and best walked in the evening.
My Khe Beach, Da Nang — One of Da Nang's main beaches, lined with resorts and seaside restaurants serving the morning's catch.