Da Nang City, known as the "tourism capital" of Central Vietnam, is increasingly asserting its position as one of the top destinations favored by international tourists, especially tourists from Korea.
A clear demonstration of this strong attraction is the impressive number of Korean tourists flocking to Da Nang in 2024, surpassing the 1 million mark, and this trend continues to maintain strongly in the first half of 2025. Not only is it a destination for a large number of ordinary tourists, Da Nang has also become a "secret resort paradise" of many Korean stars, typically Vietnamese fans recently encountered two members of the global music group BTS, Jungkook and Jimin, on the streets of Da Nang, or famous actor Lee Jong Suk also chose this place as a vacation destination with his family.
Recently, 2 members of BTS were spotted traveling in Da Nang after their time in the military.
Actor Lee Jong Suk also posted photos at a luxury hotel in Da Nang recently.
The appeal of Da Nang comes from many factors, the most prominent of which is the pleasant climate. Different from the cold humidity of Hanoi or the harsh sunlight typical of some other coastal areas, Da Nang offers fresh air with gentle sunshine and cool sea breezes all year round. According to the experience of many tourists, the most ideal time to explore Da Nang is from February to April, when the weather in spring is dry and cool, creating favorable conditions for all sightseeing and exploration activities. Although the rainy season from May to August can disrupt the schedule, the diverse beauty of the city is always a big plus.
One of the things tourists like most when traveling to Da Nang is that the climate here is very pleasant, the sun is not too harsh but there is a cool sea breeze.
Another key factor is the geographical convenience and landscape diversity. It only takes about 2 to 3 hours of flight from Seoul, South Korea, a time equivalent to a domestic flight to Jeju Island, and visitors can set foot in Da Nang.
From Korea, for example, the capital Seoul, flying to Da Nang only takes about 2 - 3 hours, the same time as from Seoul to Jeju Island.
Instead of choosing Jeju with its similar seascape, many Koreans prefer Da Nang because of its unique combination of sea, mountains and rivers in a harmonious whole. Just 30 minutes from the center, visitors can enjoy the famous My Khe beach, admire the majestic Hand Bridge on top of Ba Na Hills, and stroll along the romantic Han River. The ability to fully experience the "triangle" of sea - mountains - rivers in just one day is rare, making Da Nang a unique destination.
With such a place full of sea, mountains, and rivers, it is not difficult to understand why many Korean tourists, especially Korean stars, often choose Da Nang to "escape" from showbiz.
The combination of beautiful landscapes and friendly amenities explains why Da Nang has become the top choice for many tourists, especially Korean artists looking for a place to "hide" from the spotlight and busy schedules. Grasping the large number of Korean visitors, many service establishments in Da Nang have proactively adjusted to suit their tastes, from providing bilingual menus and signs in Korean and Vietnamese to the increasing appearance of authentic Korean restaurants. Even the locals are constantly learning Korean to communicate, creating an extremely comfortable and pleasant travel environment for visitors from the land of Kim Chi.
In May, Korean actress Seo Ye Ji also visited Da Nang and Hoi An.
In addition, it is impossible not to mention the appeal of Vietnamese cuisine in general and Da Nang in particular. Vietnamese cuisine, with its richness and harmony from dry dishes such as banh mi, com tam, goi cuon to rich soup dishes such as pho, bun bo, bun rieu, has conquered the hearts of many international tourists. Many people even consider enjoying special street food or traditional meals in Vietnam as one of the most important reasons for them to continue to come back to explore the S-shaped country. Besides, the reasonable standard of living and cost of living in Da Nang is also a big plus, helping tourists to enjoy a complete vacation without worrying too much about the budget.
There is another factor that is equally important, which is cuisine. Vietnamese cuisine is something that international tourists really like when they come here.
Da Nang is also a familiar location on Korean television. The city has appeared in many famous travel reality shows such as "Battle Trip" and "Carefree Travelers", or popular entertainment shows such as "Knowing Brothers" and dating show "Love Catcher in Bali". Not stopping there, the beauty of Da Nang was also chosen as the setting for photo shoots of famous stars such as Seo Yeji and even appeared in the hit TV series "Taxi Driver 2", helping the image of Da Nang become more and more popular and closer to the Korean public.
Da Nang appeared many times on famous Korean shows.
The TV show Knowing Brothers was recorded in Da Nang.
With all its outstanding advantages, from the temperate climate, harmonious nature with sea, mountains and rivers, rich cuisine, reasonable costs to the frequent presence in Korean media - Da Nang is no longer simply a normal tourist destination. This place brings a true sense of relaxation, private and close enough for stars to temporarily leave their busy schedules and the spotlight. Not too noisy like Seoul or far away like Europe, Da Nang is familiar enough, new enough for every tired heart to find a real resting place.
