In the bustling atmosphere before the 5-day holiday, from April 30 to May 4, Da Nang's tourism industry is witnessing extremely positive signals. According to the latest information from the city's Department of Tourism, the room booking capacity at the resort system and 5-star hotels in the area has reached an impressive high level, with some facilities even reaching over 80%. This shows the strong attraction of Da Nang as a top destination during this big holiday.
With people enjoying a full five-day holiday, equivalent to the 2024 holiday season, the demand for tourism and exploration in Da Nang is becoming stronger. It is estimated that the capacity of 4-5 star tourist accommodation facilities and equivalent facilities is expected to reach about 75-80%, a promising figure for the recovery and growth of the city's tourism industry.
The number of tourists expected to come to Da Nang during the April 30 and May 1 holidays this year is expected to increase compared to the same period last year.
The excitement of Da Nang during this holiday is also clearly shown through the bustle of Da Nang International Airport. It is expected that during the 5-day holiday, the airport will receive a total of 692 flights, a significant increase of 16% over the same period last year. On average, Da Nang will receive about 138 flights per day, including 57 international flights and 81 domestic flights, showing the interest of domestic and foreign tourists in this beautiful coastal city. In addition to air routes, waterways also recorded positive signals when Da Nang Port is expected to welcome a large cruise ship AIDASTELLA to Tien Sa port, bringing about 2,000 international tourists to visit, a number 2.5 times higher than the number of cruise ship passengers arriving during the holiday last year. The number of visitors to Da Nang by train is also forecast to increase by about 10% over the same period in 2024, estimated at over 13,200 visitors.
Many exciting activities to attract tourists to Da Nang this holiday
To create more attraction and enrich the experience for tourists, the Department of Tourism of Da Nang City will officially open the 2025 beach tourism season from April 26 to May 2 with the theme "Blue Wave Dance". This series of special events includes 18 diverse activities, held at East Sea Park, Son Tra Peninsula and famous tourist beaches of Da Nang. The highlight of this year's beach tourism season is the 2025 Da Nang International Sea Rescue Competition, which promises to bring professional and impressive skill performances. In addition, visitors also have the opportunity to admire the colorful artistic kite performance, participate in the exciting "Overcoming the Waves of Da Nang Summer 2025" Sea Swimming Competition, enjoy the romantic sailing performance and explore the unique Son Tra Xanh - Up the forest and down the sea tour.
Not only outdoor activities, cultural and entertainment venues in the city also actively respond to the holiday. Da Nang Museum will organize a special 3D Mapping film screening to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification on the nights of April 29, April 30 and May 1. Da Nang Fine Arts Museum will introduce to the public an art exhibition with the theme "Da Nang brocade", honoring the beauty of Da Nang's culture and people through the lens of art.
On average, there are 138 flights per day, including 57 international flights and 81 domestic flights to Da Nang. Da Nang Port is expected to welcome a cruise ship to Tien Sa Port, bringing 2,000 international visitors to visit Da Nang.
In particular, on April 30, the Danang City Tourism Promotion Center will coordinate with Vietnam Railways Corporation to organize a solemn welcoming ceremony for the special train pair running on the North-South route named "Unification Train" in the train waiting area. Visitors will enjoy traditional art performances, traditional musical instruments, witness the ceremony of releasing doves of peace and listen to the bustling drums of welcome. At the same time, special guests on the unification train will also receive fresh flowers and meaningful gifts from the city. At tourist areas, attractions and accommodation facilities in the area, many attractive culinary programs and special offers are also deployed to serve visitors in the best way.
To ensure a safe and civilized holiday for tourists, the Da Nang Department of Tourism has specifically requested tourism service businesses and People's Committees of districts to strengthen security and order, environmental sanitation, resolutely combat acts of stalking and soliciting guests, and ensure absolute safety for tourists. Many owners of accommodation establishments said that their room capacity has almost reached its maximum, with the majority of guests coming from large cities and the Central region. In addition to large hotels and resorts, community tourism spots in Hoa Vang district such as Lang La, An Phu Farm, Bana Rita Farm... also announced that they were fully booked during the holiday, showing the increasing interest of tourists in types of experiential tourism close to nature and local culture.
The city's transportation sector has also made careful preparations to meet the increased travel demand during the holiday season. Da Nang International Airport is expected to receive a total of 692 flights during the five-day holiday, with 285 international flights and 407 domestic flights, corresponding to increases of 10% and 21% respectively over the same period last year. In the waterway sector, the city is ready to welcome the AIDASTELLA ship with an expected number of international passengers 2.5 times higher than last year's holiday. The number of train passengers to Da Nang is also forecast to reach over 13,200, an increase of about 10%.
On this occasion, the Department of Tourism of Da Nang city opened the 2025 beach tourism season from April 26 to May 2 with the theme "Blue Wave Dance", including 18 diverse activities.
Tourist areas and private businesses in the area have also proactively launched many separate festival activities to attract tourists. Sun World Ba Na Hills will organize a brilliant sunflower festival and give away red flag shirts with yellow stars as a meaningful gift to tourists. Danang Downtown entertainment complex will bring a vibrant atmosphere with the Lion and Dragon Festival and the "Vui Phet" night market with many attractive cultural and culinary activities. Some other tourist attractions such as Ao Dai show, Charming show, Tien Sa show... also focus on special culinary programs and traditional art performances to serve tourists, promising to bring memorable experiences during this holiday.
