The 8 Best Beaches in Đà Nẵng, Ranked: Where to Swim, Surf and Escape the Crowds

Few Asian cities have a beach like Đà Nẵng's. An almost unbroken strip of pale sand runs south from the Sơn Trà Peninsula toward Hội An, most of it a few minutes by Grab from the city centre. The best stretch for you depends on whether you want lifeguards and seafood, surf, or a quiet cove with no one else in it.

We ranked these beaches on water quality and swimming safety, facilities, crowds, and how easy they are to reach. Conditions change with the season, so read the swimming section at the end before you go in.

Quick picks

Rank	Beach	Best for	Distance from centre
1	Mỹ Khê	All-rounder, lifeguards, seafood	5–10 min
2	Non Nước	Calm water, sunrise, resorts	20–25 min
3	Bãi Bụt (Sơn Trà)	Clear water, Lady Buddha nearby	20 min
4	Bắc Mỹ An	Quieter version of Mỹ Khê	10 min
5	Bãi Rạng (Sơn Trà)	Seafood on stilts, hidden cove	25–30 min
6	Tiên Sa	Sunset over the bay	25 min
7	Xuân Thiều	Local evenings, street food	15–20 min
8	Nam Ô	Fishing village, rocky reef	25–30 min

1. Mỹ Khê Beach

The city's main beach is also its best all-rounder. It has wide, clean sand, roped swimming zones with lifeguards, showers and lockers, and a promenade lined with cafés along Võ Nguyên Giáp. In the early morning you'll see hundreds of locals swimming and exercising before work. At night, the seafood restaurants across the road fill up.

Best for: First-timers, families and anyone who wants a lifeguard nearby. Watch out for: Rip currents outside the flagged zones, and weekend crowds in summer.

2. Non Nước Beach

South of the Marble Mountains, the sand slopes gently and the waves are usually softer than at Mỹ Khê. The beach faces east, so it's the best place in the city for sunrise. Big resorts own much of the frontage, but there are public access points, and on weekdays you can have long stretches almost to yourself.

Best for: Calm swimming, sunrise and pairing with a morning at the Marble Mountains. Watch out for: Few cheap food options between the resorts.

3. Bãi Bụt (Buddha Beach), Sơn Trà Peninsula

This is the first cove on the peninsula's south side, just below the Linh Ứng Pagoda and its 67-metre Lady Buddha statue. The water is noticeably clearer than on the city beaches because the cove is sheltered by the headland. Entry is free, and you can rent huts by the hour.

Best for: Snorkelling-clear water and combining with the Lady Buddha. Watch out for: Paid parking, and it gets busy on weekends.

4. Bắc Mỹ An Beach

This is the next stretch south of Mỹ Khê, with the same sand and fewer people. Hotels and resorts line the back of the beach, but it's open to the public and feels more relaxed, especially in the late afternoon.

Best for: Travellers staying in the An Thượng area who want a quieter swim. Watch out for: Lifeguard coverage is thinner than at Mỹ Khê, so swim near a tower.

5. Bãi Rạng, Sơn Trà Peninsula

You reach this small cove down steep stone steps, and thatched seafood restaurants stand on stilts over the rocks. Entry is free. You pay to rent a hut and mat, usually 200,000–400,000 VND, and you'll be expected to eat. It feels far from the city even though it's only half an hour away.

Best for: A long seafood lunch with your feet in the water. Watch out for: The stairs are hard work with small children or heavy bags.

6. Tiên Sa Beach

Tiên Sa sits at the far northern end of the peninsula road, near the port. Because the cove faces west across the bay, it's one of the few spots in Đà Nẵng where you can watch the sun set over water with the Hải Vân mountains behind. There's usually no entry fee, though you may pay for parking or a lounger. A taxi from the centre costs around 100,000–150,000 VND.

Best for: Sunset and a quiet swim in a sheltered cove. Watch out for: Few facilities unless you use one of the nearby resorts.

7. Xuân Thiều Beach

On the northern side of the bay, Xuân Thiều is where Đà Nẵng families go after work. There are deckchair cafés, snack stalls and lifeguards, with very few tourists. It's a good place to see everyday beach life in the city.

Best for: Evening swims, cheap snacks and local atmosphere. Watch out for: The water is sometimes less clear after rain, because rivers drain into the bay.

8. Nam Ô Beach

At the northern tip of the bay, just before the Hải Vân Pass, Nam Ô is a working fishing village. You'll find basket boats on the sand, a rocky reef that's beautiful at low tide, and a village famous for its fermented fish sauce. It's better for photographs and a slow morning than for swimming.

Best for: Photographers, and a stop on the way to the Hải Vân Pass. Watch out for: Rocks underfoot and no lifeguards.

When is it safe to swim?

• March to August is the swimming season. The sea is warm (around 28–30°C) and usually calm.
• September to January brings northeast monsoon swells. Big waves and strong currents can make the sea dangerous even on sunny days. Many days are red-flag days.
• Read the flags. Red means no swimming. Yellow means caution. Lifeguards only cover the roped zones between the flags.
• Jellyfish are uncommon but more likely in summer and after storms. Ask a lifeguard if you're unsure.

FAQ

Which Đà Nẵng beach is best for families?
Mỹ Khê, inside the lifeguard zones, or Non Nước on a calm day.

Can you surf in Đà Nẵng?
Yes, mainly in autumn and winter when the swells arrive. Mỹ Khê has surf schools and board rentals.

Are Đà Nẵng beaches free?
Yes, all public beaches are free. You only pay for parking, loungers, huts or food.

Last updated: October 2026. Cover photo: Jpatokal, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.