Da Nang recently ranked among Asia's top 2 summer destinations by Lonely Planet. The city attracts visitors with its blend of vibrant fireworks festivals, the cool climate of Ba Na, and the tranquil pace of life in Hoi An ancient town.

Below are experiences travelers should not miss when visiting the city on the Han River during the peak season of june and july.

Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2026

Witness international fireworks from the grandstand. Photo: Sun Group

The DIFF 2026 festival, organized by the Da Nang City People's Committee (UBND TP Da Nang) in collaboration with Sun Group, is entering its most competitive nights. The night of june 20, with the theme "Creativity," will feature a showdown between teams from Germany and Macau (Trung Quoc). Subsequently, on june 27, the "Vision" theme will pit Australia against Portugal. The two leading teams will meet in the final night, titled "Connecting Horizons," on july 11.

On social media groups, visitors are "hunting" for grandstand tickets early to secure a direct viewing spot along the Han River. From this vantage point, spectators can fully enjoy large-scale light displays blooming across the sky, harmonizing with vibrant music. DIFF is more than just a fireworks competition; it has become a cultural brand, transforming Da Nang nights into an emotional art space.

Discover French cuisine and light art in Ba Na

Visitors check in at Golden Bridge. Photo: Sun Group

Sun World Ba Na Hills is an ideal escape from the heat, with temperatures on Chua Mountain always lower than in the city center. Besides landmarks like the Golden Bridge and the ancient French Village, Ba Na offers new visual and culinary experiences this summer.

Maison Eric Kayser, a French bakery, recently opened. Photo: Sun Group

Visitors can enjoy artisanal bread at Maison Eric Kayser, a renowned Parisian brand located in the heart of the French Village. In the cool mountain air, savoring a crispy croissant or a fragrant sourdough bread with a cup of coffee offers a sense of relaxation for diners.

Additionally, the nearly 800 square meter Lumiere Light Art space is a must-see technological highlight. Here, interactive light transforms with human movement, allowing visitors to step into a multi-sensory universe and create unique visual compositions. Ba Na peak is also bustling in the summer with the Sun Festival and a series of minishows by international dancers, creating a vibrant atmosphere throughout the day.

Experience a slower pace in Hoi An ancient town

Located about one hour from Da Nang city center, Hoi An ancient town offers a contrasting, peaceful pace of life. When the town lights up, visitors often stroll along radiant lantern-lit streets, take a paddle boat on the Hoai River, or enjoy local specialties like cao lau and banh my along the river. Its moss-covered roofs and ancient architecture provide families a quiet space to connect and unwind after vibrant journeys in the city.

Enjoy air travel and destination offers

Passengers flying Sun PhuQuoc Airways receive offers to Da Nang in june and july. Photo: Sun Group

To fully explore Da Nang while optimizing costs, travelers can choose a special offer program exclusively for Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA) passengers.

Accordingly, from now until july 7, travelers purchasing a combo ticket for Sun PhuQuoc Airways (SPA) and Ba Na cable car through official channels will receive a gift package valued at VND 680,000.

This gift package includes a WOW Pass Silver priority ticket, valued at VND 300,000, reducing cable car waiting times, and a lunch buffet voucher, valued at VND 380,000, for the mountaintop. Notably, customers who bought airline tickets before the program announcement can still receive this offer when purchasing additional cable car tickets via the official website or ticket counter at the tourist area.

"The combination of Han River fireworks, art on Ba Na peak, and the serene charm of Hoi An creates the most diverse summer journey in the Central region. With pricing support programs from SPA, this is the ideal time for travelers to plan their exploration of Da Nang," a Sun Group representative stated.

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