Marble Mountains, Da Nang: 2 places to see on the route
The Marble Mountain Route in Danag includes a visit to the Marble Mountains (Ngu Hanson) and Thui Son (Mountain of Water), the largest hill of the massif with a height of 107 m.
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- Places
- Start
- Marble Mountains (Ngũ Hành Sơn)
- End
- Thuishon (Water Mountain)
- Stops
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Stops on this route
- Marble Mountains (Ngũ Hành Sơn) — Picturesque group of five limestone hills famous for karst caves, Buddhist shrines, viewpoints and pagodas. Located 7 km from Danang city center on the road to Hoi An.
- Thuishon (Water Mountain) — Largest and most visited hill of the marble mountains at 107 m height covering approximately 7 hectares.
Useful for your trip
- Timing
- Arrive early in the morning, at 6:00 a.m., to avoid the crowds and heat when climbing the mountains.
- Food
- Close to the mountains, the hotel has a good breakfast with a selection of fruits, vegetables, eggs and croissants. Have a hearty breakfast before getting up.
- Transport
- If the hotel is located near the Marble Mountains, you can walk there instead of a taxi.
- Transport
- The taxi fare from Da Nang is approximately 70,000 VND.
- Save money
- The entrance to Mount Thui Son (Water Mountain) costs 40,000 VND. Walking up the 153 steps is free, the elevator costs VND 30,000 one way.
- Tip
- This is a shrine, so the shoulders should be covered. If necessary, you can buy a cape at the entrance.
- Tip
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the ascent and descent of stairs are very long and steep.
- Tip
- On the way to the top, there is a pit stop with fresh juices and coconuts for rest and snacks.
- Tip
- Under the mountains, there are many marble workshops and gift shops.
- Tip
- Huyong Cave is illuminated by natural light through a hole in the vault and is filled with the aroma of incense.
Video on this route
Marble Mountains. Da Nang. Vietnam