Last updated: 06/2026
Da Nang has no shortage of beautiful spots, but pretty in travel photos and workable for a professional shoot are two different things. This guide shares 15 locations from real shooting experience, with permit tips, golden hours and equipment logistics.
After years of filming in Da Nang across every kind of project, from TVCs and corporate videos to music videos and short films, the CINEFY team has tested nearly every location in the city. This is a list of 15 places genuinely worth shooting, not a copy-paste tourist list.
Group 1: Beach & River
The best coastal and Han River locations for filming
1. Nam O
Natural rock beach, untouched. Early morning 5:30-7:00 is a stunning golden hour. No permit needed, easy for small teams.
2. My Khe
Late afternoon 16:00-17:30 is the perfect window. No permit needed for small teams. Logistics difficulty: easy.
3. Han River
Sunset 17:00-18:30 is the prettiest. No permit needed. Dragon Bridge and Tran Thi Ly Bridge make perfect backdrops.
4. Non Nuoc Beach
Quieter than My Khe, great for wide shots. Early morning or late afternoon. Right next to the Marble Mountains.
Group 2: Streets & Urban
Old town, markets and urban architecture as backdrops
5. Hoi An Old Town (30 minutes away)
Morning 7:00-9:00 before the crowds. Larger crews need approval from the old town management board. Logistics: easy.
6. Con Market
Early morning 6:00-7:00 for the authentic feel. Best to ask the market management. Tight spaces.
7. Dragon Bridge & riverside streets
Beautiful all day, especially at night when the bridge lights up. Wide sidewalks, easy equipment setup.
8. An Thuong expat quarter
Late afternoon to evening for cafe and nightlife vibes. Many venues happily host shoots in exchange for a tag.
Group 3: Nature & Mountains
Epic natural scenery for cinematic shots
9. Son Tra Peninsula
Morning 6:00-9:00 for drone shots. Permits required for large teams and drones. Logistics: hard, narrow steep roads.
10. Hai Van Pass
Early morning 6:00-8:00 with little traffic. Large crews need permits. Majestic scenery but tough logistics.
11. Marble Mountains
Caves and pagodas. Natural light falling through the caves creates beautiful effects. Entrance tickets required.
12. Hoa Vang (countryside)
All day, avoid 11:00-14:00. Rice paddies and villages, the authentic Vietnam film look. Logistics: medium.
Group 4: Indoor & Controlled
For when the weather will not cooperate or you need a controlled space
13-14. Hotels & resorts
Intercontinental, Hyatt, Naman Retreat: five-star resorts will open their lobby or pool areas for shoots. Booking rooms alongside helps.
15. Rental studios in Da Nang
Da Nang has a handful of rental studios; book early, especially in wedding season (October-December) and TVC season (March-May).
💡 Field tip: When the weather turns or the project needs a controlled environment, a studio is the best option. Da Nang currently has only a few rental studios, so book early, especially in wedding and TVC season.
Quick reference table
Comparing the 8 most popular locations
| Location | Best time | Permit needed? | Logistics difficulty |
|---|
| Nam O | Early morning 5:30-7:00 | No (small teams) | Medium |
| My Khe | Afternoon 16:00-17:30 | No | Easy |
| Han River | Sunset 17:00-18:30 | No | Easy |
| Hoi An Old Town | Morning 7:00-9:00 | No | Easy |
| Con Market | Early morning 6:00-7:00 | Recommended | Hard |
| Son Tra | Morning 6:00-9:00 | Yes (large teams, drones) | Hard |
| Hai Van Pass | Early morning 6:00-8:00 | Yes (large crews) | Hard |
| Hoa Vang | All day (avoid 11:00-14:00) | No | Medium |
Da Nang has dozens of beautifully designed cafes, from industrial to tropical. Many will rent their space outside opening hours (usually before 7:00 or after 22:00) for around 500K-2 million VND.
If you are planning a shoot in Da Nang and need equipment, crew or specific location advice, contact CINEFY. We know this city from a filmmaker's point of view, not a tourist's.
