Bach Dang Walking Street is a must see attraction in Da Nang Vietnam at night. It lies on the west bank of the Han River, and between three famous bridges – Dragon Bridge, Tran Thi Ly Bridge and Nguyen Van Troi Bridge. Visitors can come here to enjoy seeing a fantastic riverscape, eat, drink, buy souvenirs and watch live performances. In this article, HoiAn Day Trip Company will provide all the information that you need to know about Bach Dang Walking Street in Da Nang.
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Must Knows about Bach Dang Walking Street (Da Nang)
– Location/address: Bach Dang Street (between the Dragon Bridge and Tran Thi Ly Bridge), Hai Chau district, Da Nang city, Vietnam
– Other name(s): Bach Dang Pedestrian Street, Bach Dang Night Walking Street, Pho Di Bo Bach Dang
– Opening year: 2024
– Opening hours: 6 to 9:30-10 pm everyday
– Ticket price: free
– Length: about 1 kilometer
– Reason(s) to visit: a riverside pedestrian street with food, drink and souvenir
– Best time(s) to visit: weekend
– Time to spend: 30-45 mins
– Travel blog: https://hoiandaytrip.com/bach-dang-walking-street-da-nang
– Tour guide: contact +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo)
– Food & drink: yes available
– Shopping: yes available
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Things to See & Do in Bach Dang Walking Street of Da Nang
Bach Dang Walking Street was opened on 8th June 2024. It’s part of a project in which local authorities want to bring tourists more activities at night, especially along Han River waterfronts.
The main entrance (north entrance) of Bach Dang Walking Street is the crossroad of Bach Dang Street and 2 Thang 9 Street, near Cham Sculpture Museum, APEC Park and the Dragon Bridge. Before taking a walk here, visitors can sightsee them. The Museum was opened in 1919, to preserve thousands of Champa stone sculptures, and it closes at 5 pm. The Bridge is ever honored as one of 16 world’s most unique bridges. The Park is built to celebrate the 25th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation taking place in Da Nang in 2017.
Along the street or nearby riverside promenade, visitors have a leisurely, free and easy walk. In the middle, there is a semi-circle square where pedestrians can find many chairs to have a seat, enjoy cool and fresh air (blowing from the river) and an interesting view to the beautiful riverscape of Da Nang. It’s easy to see/photograph full Dragon Bridge (city’s most unique bridge), full Tran Thi Ly Bridge (an imposing cable-stayed bridge), Sun Wheel (one of 10 world’s tallest observation wheels) and lightful, joyful cruise boats moving on the water. On the weekend, seeing the fire and water show at Dragon Bridge or beautiful fireworks from Da Nang Downtown (theme park) from Bach Dang Walking Street are also interesting.
There are many stalls selling food, beverage and souvenirs along Bach Dang Walking Street where visitors can see many selections to choose from. Food options here are often fried and grilled dishes, such as fried fish ball skewers (ca vien chien), grilled rice paper (banh trang nuong),… Drinks include Vietnamese traditional coffee with condensed milk, coconut coffee, egg coffee,… and non-alcohol drinks (juice, smoothie, ) as well as cold canned drinks. For shoppers, local products are seen in Bach Dang Walking Street too. Their selling products are local cakes and candies (Cam Le dry sesame cake, Hue sesame cake, candied fruits, dry fruits), processed nuts, dried seafood, caramelized seafood,… The origin, valid dates and prices are clearly shown, making visitors feel easier to buy something.
In the end (south entrance) of the Bach Dang Walking Street, visitors keep walking to Nguyen Van Troi Walking Bridge, to see/photograph the city and the river with bridges and river cruises. Further down south, Helio Night Market and Da Nang Downtown (formely Asia Park) are other must go places during the night. The amusement park has a huge ferris wheel (can observe the whole city from the top), kool rides, a miniature of Angkor Wat wonder, restaurants, street food stalls and shows/performances.
Bach Dang Walking Street is worth visiting, suitable for those who seek an easy and breezy nighttime experience after getting busy with amazing attractions during the day. It’s a perfect place to chill out and have a local laid-back lifestyle.
Better to Know about Bach Dang River/Battle
Bach Dang River (‘white whisteria’ river) is a river in northern Vietnam. It’s 43-kilometers-long, flowing from Sa Thay River to the Gulf of Tonkin.
In the past, because Bach Dang River was the most convenient access to the Vietnamese capital from the sea, foreign invaders often chose this way to attack the country. Here, three battles occurred and Vietnamese people all won.
– In 981, Le Hoan king defeated the Song dynasty from China on Bach Dang River. In the next year, he also led the army to defeat Champa kingdom in the south of the country.
– In 938, Ngo Quyen (898-944) defeated the Southern Han dynasty. This event led to the ending of over 1,000 years of Chinese occupation in Vietnam, to independence and establishment of the Ngo dynasty.
– In 1288, Tran Hung Dao (1228-1300) defeated the Mongolian army led by Prince Toghan (son of Kublai Khan, founder of Yuan dynasty 1271-1368). In two last invasions, Mongolians were .
In many cities around Vietnam, riverside roads and parks/promenades are named after Bach Dang River. In Da Nang, capital of central Vietnam region, Bach Dang St runs along the western water edge of the Han River, from the Han River Port to Tran Thi Ly Bridge. In Hoi An city, Bach Dang St runs along the northern side of the Hoai River, from the Japanese Bridge to the Hoi An Central Market. In Hue city, Bach Dang St runs along the Dong Ba Canal, from Bao Vinh Ancient Town to Dong Ba Market. In Dong Hoi, capital of Quang Binh province, Bach Dang St runs along the left bank of Cau Rao River which flows into Nhat Le River.
Tips to Visit Bach Dang Walking Street in Da Nang
– Bach Dang Walking Street is worth visiting, suitable for those who like having a leisurely walk by the river or chill out with a drink without hustle and bustle.
– On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, it’s busier in Bach Dang Walking Street. If like a more laid-back vibe, visitors should go on weekdays.
– Bach Dang Walking Street is wheelchair accessible, bicycle friendly, and kids friendly.
– On the weekend, from Friday to Sunday, the Dragon Bridge Fire Show occurs at 9 o’clock pm. It’s needed to walk to the dragon’s end on the opposite bank, on Tran Hung Dao St.
– There are no night markets, bars, pubs, night clubs, etc in Bach Dang Walking Street. Along another stretch of Bach Dang Street, it’s possible to see them.
– In the rainy season, from October to the end of January, it rains frequently. Live performances and other outdoor activities may be shut down.
– It’s better to visit with a local guide. Text us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) to book.
How to Get to Bach Dang Walking Street in Da Nang
Within Da Nang city downtown, on the west bank of Han River, Bach Dang Walking Street has two main entrances: north entrance by APEC Park or a semicircle bridge and south entrance near Nguyen Van Troi Bridge. Both entrances are on Bach Dang Street.
If stay near Dragon Bridge or Tran Thi Ly Bridge or Cham Museum, visitors can walk to Bach Dang Walking Street. At night, this place won’t be far (to walk) from must see attractions – Dragon Bridge, Son Tra Night Market.
From the rest of Da Nang city, visitors can take a car/taxi/minivan/bus/electric buggy car or ride the motorbike to Bach Dang Walking Street. The easiest way is finding the quickest road to Han River bank. If stay by the beach, it’s needed to go across Thuan Phuoc Bridge/Han River Bridge/Dragon Bridge/Tran Thi Ly Bridge/Tien Son Bridge to reach the other side.
From Hoi An, the distance to Bach Dang Walking Street is some 30 kilometers. The most popular ways to get there are taking a private car/minivan/bus or riding the motorcycle. If go by car/van/bus, visitors can start going along this street from the north or south entrance. However, if go by motorbike, the south entrance is nearer. From Hoi An, the best route is the coastal road (Truong Sa Rd, Vo Nguyen Giap Rd) – Nguyen Van Thoai St – Tran Thi Ly Bridge – Bach Dang St. The parking is by any entrance, with a fee of 5,000 VND/bike/time.
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Places to Visit near Bach Dang Walking Street in Da Nang
Near Bach Dang Walking Street, visitors can go to these places: the Dragon Bridge (distance: 400 meters), APEC Park (distance: 100 meters), Museum of Cham Sculpture (distance: 400 meters), Da Nang Fresco Village (distance: 800 meters), Han Market (distance: 1,2 km), Da Nang Cathedral or Pink Church (distance: 1km), Son Tra Night Market (distance: 1km), Bach Dang Street & Promenade (distance: 400 meters), Tran Thi Ly Bridge (distance: 200 meters), Nguyen Van Troi Walking Bridge (distance: 200 meters), Ho Chi Minh and 5th Military Zone Museum (distance: 700 meters), Helio Night Market (distance: 1,5km), Da Nang Downtown (formerly Sun World Asia Park) (distance: 1,5km), Sun Wheel (distance: 1,5 km), Love Lock Bridge (distance: 1,5km), Dragon Carp Statue (distance: 1,5 km).
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