Ba Na Hills

Situated on Chua Mountain, Ba Na Hills is one of Da Nang’s premier attractions. Because of its high altitude, the area has a much cooler climate than the city center and is often shrouded in mist or clouds at certain times of day. Ba Na draws visitors with its cable car system, scenic mountain landscapes, and famous landmarks such as the Golden Bridge, the French Village, Le Jardin d’Amour flower gardens, and Linh Ung Pagoda. It is an ideal day trip when visiting Da Nang.

Overview of Ba Na Hills 

Ba Na is both a nature reserve and a resort complex located in Ba Na Commune, Da Nang City, approximately 25 km southwest of the city center. The entire complex sits atop Chua Mountain, part of the Truong Son Range, at an elevation of 1,487 meters above sea level.

Between 1919 and 1938, the French developed the summit of Chua Mountain, building villas, a hospital, a post office, and a bank to serve as a holiday retreat for French officials, military officers, merchants, and wealthy Vietnamese.

Over the past 15 years, Ba Na Hills has gained widespread recognition for its tourism complex, earning the title of “Vietnam’s Leading Tourist Resort” from the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism for four consecutive years (2014–2017).

Ba Na enjoys a cool climate year-round, with average daily temperatures ranging from 17°C to 20°C. It is often described as a temperate zone within a tropical forest, as the weather can shift to reflect all four seasons within a single day.

How to get there?

The transport options listed below only take you to the cable car station. To continue up to the summit of Ba Na, visitors must purchase a cable car ticket. Since 2018, Da Nang City has closed the road route to Ba Na due to safety concerns; it is now reserved for forest ranger patrols, planting and maintenance, and firefighting.

Bus

From Da Nang Airport, visitors can take bus route No. 3 to Ba Na Hills (a 25 km journey). The fare is 30,000 VND, with buses running every 15 to 30 minutes. Operating hours are from 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM daily.

Three other bus routes depart from within the city to Ba Na: Route No. 9 (Oncology Hospital – Pham Hung); Route No. 13 (Oncology Hospital – Vietnam-Korea University); and Route No. 14 (Han River Port – High-Tech Park). Fares range from 8,000 to 30,000 VND per trip.

Taxi

A 5-seater taxi from Da Nang city center to the Ba Na cable car station costs between 350,000 and 400,000 VND per trip. Popular taxi companies include Vinasun, Tien Sa, and Mai Linh. Visitors can also opt for ride-hailing services. Taxis are a suitable choice for groups of 3–4 passengers.

Other modes of transport include motorbikes and bicycles; travelers can park their vehicles at the lot near the cable car station.

Cable car and tickets

The cable car operates from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Tourists traveling by cable car to the top of Ba Na have the following options. Ticket price for round trip:

– Cable car ticket: 950,000 VND (adults) – 750,000 VND for children (1-1.4m) and people over 70 years old. For Da Nang people, ticket prices are 600,000 VND and 500,000 VND, respectively.

– Cable car combo and lunch buffet: 1.4 million VND (adults) – 950,000 VND for children (1-1.4m) and people over 70 years old. For Da Nang people, ticket prices are 950,000 VND and 700,000 VND, respectively.

– Night cable car combo, time frame from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.: ticket price ranges from 500,000 VND to one million VND, depending on the time. With night combos, visitors can also choose combined transportation, dining, and accommodation services. Free cable car tickets include access to Fantasy Park, the Golden Bridge, the flower garden, and Moon Castle. Tourists should note that cable car ticket counters are separate for individual customers, groups, and travel companies.

Accommodation

The only hotel at the top of Ba Na is Mercure Danang Ba Na Hills, designed like a fairy-tale castle. All 494 rooms have windows overlooking the French village or panoramic views of Ba Na mountain. Hotel amenities include a spa, gym, indoor swimming pool, bar, retail store, and bakery. Room prices range from 2.5 million VND per night.

Places to visit in Ba Na Hills

After reaching the top, visitors should stop at the information counter to get a map of the Ba Na Hills tourist area and directions from stations such as Hoi An station, Suoi Mo station, Ba Na station, or Morin station. Some outstanding sightseeing areas on Ba Na Peak:

Golden Bridge

The Golden Bridge is a must-see destination. At an altitude of 1,414 m above sea level, the bridge is likened to a golden silk strip running halfway across the mountain. Inaugurated in June 2018, the Golden Bridge is 150 m long and supported by two giant hands.

The bridge quickly became a new tourism symbol of Da Nang, praised by many international newspapers such as CNN, BBC, The New York Times, Time, and The Guardian.

In August 2018, Time magazine voted the Golden Bridge among the 100 most wonderful destinations in the world. In 2021, The Daily Mail voted the bridge one of the world’s 10 new wonders.

The Golden Bridge is always crowded with tourists during the day. For a deserted photo, visitors must arrive early in the morning or stay overnight in Ba Na.

French Village

A 45,300 m² area recreating medieval France, with 7 areas: Bretagne village, Conques Aveyron village, Chateau De Chenonceau castle, St Denis Cathedral, Apremont sur Allier village, etc.

The French Village features squares, churches, hotels, shops, and paved streets. The buildings feature characteristic details such as sloping roofs, stone walls, large windows, and pointed towers, reminiscent of ancient French towns.

The area also features a moss-covered fountain, a sculpture of Auberon, the king of the fairies, and a road with famous giant book models such as The Little Prince and The Old Man and the Sea, decorated with ornamental plants and flowers.

At the center of the area is Du Dôme Square, where visitors often enjoy performances and entertainment.

Moon Castle

Inspired by European myths, the castle impresses with its soaring towers, pointed roofs, and decorative details imbued with magical colors. The structure evokes fairy-tale castles, where magic, mythical creatures, and adventure inspire the visitor experience.

With a total floor area of about 38,000 m², the castle has four themed floors: Dragon Cave, Mighty Wolf, Elite Owl, and Moonlight Square. Each floor offers a distinct space for discovery, drawing visitors into a world of magical creatures and imaginary stories.

The Moon Castle stands out not only for its exterior but also for its internal entertainment system. The multi-level structure integrates screening areas, performance stages, and modern technology-powered experiences. A key highlight is the Airship Cinema or “Flying Eye”, which delivers a vivid, immersive experience combining visuals and motion.

Eclipse Square

Inspired by the astronomical phenomenon of a solar eclipse, the square centers on the intersection of the Sun Kingdom and the Moon Kingdom, two distinct themed zones within the resort.

Eclipse Square’s standout feature is a pyramidal glass tower, complemented by rows of towering stone columns that reflect classical European architecture. Elaborate decorative details create a majestic, romantic aesthetic. In particular, the colonnades and vaulted arches evoke ancient Greek and Roman architecture, making visitors feel as if they are strolling through a European square.

The square’s spacious layout blends architecture with the natural landscape atop Ba Na Mountain. From this vantage point, visitors can admire the surrounding structures, enjoy the cool mountain air, and capture photos against a backdrop of unique architecture.

Fantasy Park

Inspired by two famous works by French author Jules Verne, Journey to the Center of the Earth and Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, Fantasy Park recreates a wondrous world of adventure that blends imagination with modern entertainment technology.

Spanning approximately 21,000 square meters across three levels, Fantasy Park offers a diverse range of attractions, from gentle activities for children to thrilling, high-adrenaline challenges. Visitors can enjoy a free-fall tower, interactive video games, bumper cars, and other exciting entertainment.

A standout feature is the Dinosaur Park, which showcases impressive, life-sized dinosaur models that transport visitors back to the prehistoric era. The indoor gaming area also offers a vibrant entertainment space perfect for families and groups of friends.
The complex also houses Vietnam’s first wax museum, featuring lifelike wax figures of world-renowned artists, politicians, and business leaders such as Lady Gaga, Jackie Chan, Barack Obama, Steve Jobs, and Angelina Jolie.

Debay wine cellar 

Debay wine cellar, named after the French captain who discovered Ba Na, was built in 1923. It stores wine, most of which comes from France.

Normally, European wine cellars are dug underground, while the Ba Na wine cellar extends into the mountain. The tunnel is about 100 m long, 2.5 m high, and 2 m wide. The tunnel walls are built of mountain stone, and the ceiling is arched. The cellar temperature fluctuates between 16 and 20 degrees Celsius.

Debay Wine Cellar is not only a tourist destination but also an opportunity to learn about the culture of wine enjoyment and the history of Ba Na resort’s formation. Depending on the ticket package, guests can combine a visit to the wine cellar with wine tasting at the service area.

Currently, the cellar has 14 wine holes, including wine from villa or hotel owners in Ba Na. Entrance tickets start at 100,000 VND per adult.

Le Jardin d’Amour flower garden

Le Jardin d’Amour flower garden is a prominent attraction in Ba Na Hills, located near the Golden Bridge area, Linh Ung Pagoda, and Debay wine cellar. With its large area and many gardens in different styles, it is a great place to walk, admire flowers, and take photos.

Le Jardin d’Amour has 9 gardens, each with a different theme and layout. Visitors can explore the Garden of Dreams, Garden of Eden, Garden of Mysteries, Garden of Lovebirds, Garden of Thought, Garden of Mythology, Garden of Memory, Osaka Garden, and Sacred Garden. The space combines flowers, trees, walkways, miniature landscapes, and decorative works.

Thanks to the cool mountain climate, the garden provides ideal conditions for growing many types of flowers. Depending on the time of year, the garden’s colors and landscape also change with the flowers in season. In addition to large flower beds, visitors can see rows of trimmed trees, decorative statues, and many views of the Ba Na mountain landscape.

Le Jardin d’Amour is conveniently located near many famous landmarks. After visiting the flower garden, visitors can easily reach the Debay wine cellar, Linh Ung Pagoda, and the Golden Bridge.

Spiritual spaces

Ba Temple, Linh Ung Pagoda, Linh Phong Stupa, Linh Phong Meditation Pagoda, and Shakyamuni Buddha Dai are spiritual spaces on the top of Ba Na.

Linh Ung Pagoda – Ba Na

Linh Ung Pagoda – Ba Na is one of Ba Na Hills’ most prominent spiritual attractions, located on Chua Mountain at nearly 1,500 meters above sea level. Inaugurated in 2004, this is one of three famous pagodas named Linh Ung in Da Nang.

The pagoda’s most prominent feature is the statue of Shakyamuni Buddha, about 27 meters high, meditating on a lotus. The white Buddha statue stands out among the mountainous landscape and can be seen from many locations in Ba Na. Below the statue, reliefs depict stories from the Buddha’s life.

The pagoda has Vietnamese Buddhist architecture with a curved tile roof, a large yard, and a solemn worship space. Compared to the bustling entertainment areas of Ba Na Hills, this area feels quieter. On foggy days, pagodas and Buddha statues rising above the clouds and mountains create Ba Na’s unique character.

In front of the pagoda stands a three-leaf pine tree, a precious pine variety in the Vietnam Red Book.

Linh Phong Stupa

Linh Phong Stupa is part of the spiritual complex in Ba Na Hills, located in the Chua Mountain area. The building features traditional Buddhist architecture and is often visited by tourists alongside Linh Phong Zen Pagoda, the Bell Tower, and Linh Chua Linh Tu.

Linh Phong Stupa has nine floors; each floor has four sides with a white stone statue of Shakyamuni Buddha facing out in four directions, surrounded by statues of the Four Great Heavenly Kings. Four bronze bells are hung at the four corners of each tower floor, symbolizing sacred resonance. In Buddhist architecture, stupas often have religious significance and are symbols associated with Buddhist teachings.

In Ba Na, Linh Phong Stupa helps create a tourist area with traditional cultural colors, distinct from European architecture and modern amusement parks in Ba Na Hills.

Linh Phong Zen Pagoda

Linh Phong Zen Pagoda, also known as the North Pagoda, represents Northern pagoda architecture, built of ironwood and covering ​​650 m². The temple grounds are designed into two rows, left and right, guarded by Buddha statues and 18 Arhats.

The pagoda features tiled roofs with upturned eaves, and its buildings surround a spacious courtyard. The surrounding area is open and airy, blending greenery with Ba Na’s characteristic mountainous landscape. Situated away from the bustling entertainment zones, it offers a peaceful setting for visitors to rest, sightsee, and learn about Buddhist culture.

A notable feature of the Linh Phong Zen Pagoda complex is the statue of Maitreya Buddha, a familiar figure in Buddhism known for his joyful expression and large belly. This figure is often associated with joy, serenity, and prosperity. Visitors can pay their respects, offer incense, or simply explore the pagoda grounds.

Ba Temple

Ba Temple is one of the oldest spiritual sites in Ba Na, set amid mountains and forests at the top of Chua Mountain. Compared with the modern buildings and crowded entertainment areas of Ba Na Hills, Ba Na Temple is small, with simple architecture and traditional folk beliefs.

The temple was built in the early twentieth century, when the French began exploring and developing Ba Na into a resort. According to local beliefs, this place is dedicated to Ba, a deity believed to protect the Ba Na land and bring peace and protection to those who live, work, or visit this mountainous area. Through many historical upheavals, most of the old resorts in Ba Na have been degraded or disappeared, but Ba Na Temple has been preserved and remains a place of worship.

The project is not very elaborate, mainly consisting of the main altar and a small front yard. The surrounding space has many green trees, creating a quiet, separated feel from nearby entertainment areas. People and tourists often come here to burn incense and pray for peace, health, and luck.

Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple

Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple is dedicated to Ba Chua Thuong Ngan (Princess of the Forest), a Mother Goddess associated with the mountains and forests in Vietnamese folk belief. The temple is situated atop Chua Mountain at an elevation of 1,487 meters, the highest point in the Ba Na area.

The name “Linh Chua Linh Tu” can be interpreted as the sacred temple of the Mountain Goddess. Traditionally, people believed Ba Chua Thuong Ngan presided over the mountains and forests, protecting people and bestowing peace. Consequently, the temple holds profound spiritual significance, particularly in relation to the long-standing Vietnamese tradition of Mother Goddess worship.

Inside, the temple houses altars dedicated to the Princess of the Forest and other Mother Goddesses, featuring ceremonial tables, statues, and lacquered, gold-gilded horizontal boards inscribed with Chinese characters. These elements offer visitors insight into an indigenous Vietnamese spiritual practice, elevating the site beyond a mere sightseeing attraction at Ba Na.

A distinctive external feature is a red plaque displaying the name “Linh Chua Linh Tu” in gold Chinese characters. A hexagonal pavilion stands in front of the main sanctuary and houses a statue of the Maitreya Buddha.

For international visitors, Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple offers a compelling opportunity to explore the tradition of Mother Goddess worship and Vietnam’s cultural reverence for nature and the mountains.

Bell Tower

The Bell Tower is built in the Vietnamese Buddhist architectural style. It is a multi-story, quadrilateral structure, with a massive bronze bell housed on the uppermost level.

The Bell Tower’s most distinctive feature is its one-ton bronze bell. According to Sun World Ba Na Hills, the bell was cast right at the summit of Ba Na rather than being transported up the mountain as a finished piece. It was cast as a single, solid unit, and its body is adorned with intricate carved patterns.

In a Buddhist context, the ringing of a bell is not merely a signal; it is deeply connected to monastic practice and religious life. At Ba Na, the resonant tolling of this great bell carries far across the mountain landscape, lending a unique character to the spiritual area atop the peak.

Performing arts programs

Alongside the sightseeing attractions, artistic performances are a key part of the Ba Na Hills experience. Notably, these shows aren’t confined to a single stage; they take place across various locations, allowing visitors to catch performances as they explore the grounds.

Ba Na’s performances vary, from music, dance, and street performances to international mini-shows. Some acts incorporate elaborate costumes, props, and direct audience interaction, creating a vibrant atmosphere in the plazas and entertainment areas.

Daily between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, performances take place at Le Jardin D’Amour Flower Garden, Hoi Tu Square, the Church, the French Village, and Beer Plaza. 

Culinary scene at Ba Na Hills

Ba Na Hills’ culinary scene is defined by its diversity rather than a single signature dish. According to 2026 updates from Sun World, the complex features nearly 30 restaurants, cafes, and dining outlets, with the highest concentration located in the French Village area.

Visitors can choose from a wide range of cuisines, spanning Vietnamese to various international styles. Buffet options include Vietnamese, Korean, Indian, and European dishes, while specialty restaurants offer Russian, Italian, Chinese, Thai, and Korean cuisine. Vegetarian options are also available.

Notable venues include Beer Plaza, featuring an Asian-European buffet; Four Seasons Buffet Restaurant, offering a Vietnamese-Korean buffet; KUNGFU NOODLE RESTAURANT, specializing in noodles and Chinese cuisine; and NGOC CHI VEGAN RESTAURANT, catering to those seeking vegetarian meals.

In addition to full meals, visitors can find bakeries, cafes, fast-food outlets, and street food stalls scattered throughout the resort. This variety ensures that the dining experience at Ba Na Hills caters to diverse needs, whether for a hearty buffet meal or a quick break with coffee, pastries, or snacks while sightseeing.

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