What is Ba Na Hills?
Ba Na Hills (Sun World Ba Na Hills) is a mountaintop resort complex about a 45-minute drive from central Da Nang. Originally a French colonial-era hill station, it's now run by the Sun Group. A cable car ranked among "the world's most impressive" carries visitors up to the summit, where a recreated medieval French village, an amusement park, and a Buddhist temple are spread across a site large enough to fill a full day.
The Golden Bridge — a walkway held aloft by two giant stone hands, opened in 2018 — has become one of the most photographed spots in Vietnam and a fixture on social media worldwide.
Ticket prices
These are approximate 2026 prices. Rates vary by age, residency, and season, so check the official site before you go.
| Category | Approx. price (round-trip cable car included) |
|---|---|
| Adults / children over 1.4m | 850,000-950,000 VND |
| Children 1-1.4m | ~750,000 VND |
| Under 1m | Free |
| Da Nang residents (ID required) | 600,000-950,000 VND |
Combo tickets that include a buffet meal or shuttle bus cost more. Booking in advance through the official site or a travel platform like Klook, Traveloka, or VELTRA tends to get you through the gate faster than buying on the spot.
Riding the cable car
From the base station, the cable car climbs to the summit area across multiple connected sections. Total travel time varies by route, but budget 20-30 minutes overall. The views over the surrounding mountains — and on clear days, all the way to central Da Nang and the coast — are worth the trip on their own.
Enter at the base ticket counter or scan your online booking QR code
Head to the cable car station (follow signage — there are several lines)
Explore the Buddhist temple and gardens at the summit
Move on to the French Village area and the Golden Bridge
Visit Fantasy Park for the amusement rides, if you have time
Take the cable car back down
Highlights and how to get around
The grounds are large and the layout can be confusing, so it helps to decide your priorities in advance.
- Golden Bridge — the star attraction. Morning light hits it at a flattering angle
- Linh Ung Pagoda — a Buddhist temple at the summit, with a massive Buddha statue
- French Village — a recreated medieval European streetscape, lit up differently at night
- Fantasy Park — an indoor amusement park, a handy backup if it rains
How to avoid the crowds
With over 100,000 reviews online, it gets busy even on weekdays. The line for photos at the Golden Bridge in particular can get long.
- Arrive right at opening (8am) — the single most effective tactic, beating the tour buses
- Go on a weekday — weekends and holidays draw crowds from everywhere
- Aim for the low season — March-April and September-December are said to be quieter
- Avoid visiting right before or after rain — mountain weather changes fast, and the cable car sometimes pauses for storms
What to wear and bring
The summit is noticeably cooler than the city below, and you may want a light layer depending on the season. If you're visiting Linh Ung Pagoda, modest clothing that covers your shoulders and legs is appropriate. You'll be walking a lot, so comfortable shoes are strongly recommended.
Mountain weather can turn quickly — a compact umbrella or windbreaker is a good idea. Sun protection matters too, since it's often bright and exposed.