The Marble Mountains
The Marble Mountains, a famous tourist attraction and pilgrimage site in Da Nang, is a cluster of five marble-and-lime mountains topped with different pagodas.
Just off the road along the coastal area of Da Nang, you will find the towering landmark which is known for its interesting legend — locals believe that The Marble Mountains came from the shell of a dragon’s egg. Each mountain is named after the element it is believed to represent: Hoa Son (Fire), Kim Son (Metal), Thuy Song (Water), Moc Son (Wood), and Tho Son (Earth). Hike to the top and be amazed at the panoramic view of all of Non Nuoc and My Khe Beach. On the base of the mountain, you’ll find villages specialising in marble sculptures.
Location
The Marble Mountains is located at 2 Huyen Tran Cong Chua, Hoa Hai, Ngu Hanh Son, Da Nang.
Opening Days and Hours
This attraction is open to visitors from 7:00 to 17:30.
Entry Fee and Bookings
Entrance fee is VND 40,000 (USD 1.75).
How to Get There
- Fly to Da Nang via Jetstar, Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Express, and Vietnam Airlines.
- From the airport, board a taxi to the city centre.
- Board a bus to the Marble Mountains.
Suggested For
- Solo travelers/backpackers
- Couples
- Families with kids
- Groups of friends
Time to Spend
Suggested duration in this attraction is 4 hours.
Popularity and Best Time to Go
Visit as early as 7:00 so you will have enough time to explore the area.
Food
Small stalls selling food are available on the mountain. Tourists are also encouraged to bring their own food and water.
Nearby Attractions
- Lady Buddha
- My Son
- Museum of Cham
Stay
Hotels near Da Nang include White Snow Hotel, Sanouva Da Nang Hotel, Moonlight Danang Hotel, One Opera Danang Hotel, and Sun River Hotel. Rates range from USD 30 to USD 95.
