Dragon Bridge
Dragon Bridge
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This 2,185-foot-long bridge shaped like an undulating golden dragon is the most famous bridge over the Han River in downtown Danang. On weekend nights, the dragon comes to life in quite an unusual way: the bridge is closed to traffic, and the massive dragon head on the east end of the bridge releases bursts of flames and water in a spectacular night show. Prepare to get wet if you stand on the bridge near the head. Otherwise, you can view the spectacle from the river bank along Tran Hung Dao Street or many of the nearby rooftop bars. The bridge is usually a stop on a night tour of Da Nang. – Tripadvisor
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- RaymondaleKuala Lumpur, Malaysia1,116 contributionsfire and water showvisited here on 10 September Sunday,came to see the golden dragon spraying fire and water at 9 pm, before 9 pm, many visitors already came here, and picked an observing point in advance to watch the dragon’s fire and water show. be noted that you should stay away from the dragon’s head, or else you might get wet during the water-breathing show. the show usually lasts for about 15 minutes. the dragon head will spray fire first, and then water. after the show, many visitor will take photos at the both side of the bridge, i also took some pics with the dragon head.the show only held on Saturday and Sunday night, if you want to see, make sure you come earlier to snag a good spot, cuz it might be very crowded.Visited September 2023Travelled soloWritten 4 October 2023
- Sightseer599574344171 contributionMagic!I wanted to see the Dragon Bridge breathe fire four years ago but unfortunately spent the night in A&E. This time I managed to see it and it was everything I wished to see! Another thing ticked off my extensive bucket list!Visited October 2023Travelled soloWritten 21 October 2023
- Baby-Babble982 contributions🐉 Simply Spectacular !! 🐉Our taxi driver told us about this event when he picked us up from the airport .. so naturally we had him collect us and take us to the fire spitting dragon 🐉 Wow ! What a spectacle we found it absolutely fabulous and what a crowd puller!! Typically a tourist "must see" but don't stand on the bridge facing the dragon or you're going to get a soaking of water! I can imagine that it could be an "inconvenience " for local people because they shut the bridge, but please do not forget that the tourists happen to come to your city with many Dongs!!! There are quite a few negative reviews about this fire spitting dragon ... to those who say "don't bother" I say in return "Bah Humbug" Get over it! And I'm sure that people can make up their own mind..Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 26 October 2023
- Ciara S2 contributionsUnique ExperienceImpressive site to see. At 9pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday the dragon breathes fire and sprays water which is very cool to see! Its also right next to a large food market and riverside restaurants. The area is extremely busy around the time we went at 9pmVisited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten 5 November 2023
- Jitu AgarwalIndia105 contributionsWorth the visitSat-Sun- 9 pm for around 15 mins show... The crowd around to see the show, the atmosphere and the real show- all are worth watching. The dragon head emits fire first and after a gap, water.... You can plan to visit the night market nearby before/after the show, so plan accordingly. If you have to wait for the show, take something along to put on the field, sit and wait for the show to begin.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 15 November 2023
- Raulyn RediangVietnam67 contributionsFire and Water showFriday night, and I passed by here. I was wondering why there are a lot of people around, and I just realised the dragon bridge show. So I stopped to watch. It was worth it. And it's free. Just don't stay near the head of the dragon if you don't want to feel the heat from the fire and if you don't want to get wet with water.Visited November 2023Travelled soloWritten 10 December 2023
- Oliver TDa Nang, Vietnam113 contributionsWorth a visitThis is the most beautiful bridge in Da Nang. It spits water and fire every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night. It is the worth to come here, enjoy the show, walk over the bridge, to Love Pier and the Carp here. Pro tip: reserve a balcony table at near by La Cabana steakhouse to have dinner and watch the show.Visited May 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 26 December 2023
- vivek0210Bengaluru, India2,521 contributionsMagnificent Dragon Bridge, DaNangDa Nang is an extremely beautiful coastal city in Vietnam. To travel in and around Da Nang like Ba Na Hills, Golden Bridge, Hoi An use the local taxi services. Extremely inexpensive. I used an English speaking, always smiling and reliable taxi driver called Hoang ±84 936423833. He has a clean Mitsubishi SUV and we availed his services to drive to Dragon bridge, Golden Bridge, Ba Na Hills, Hoi An. He is very reasonable and reliable in terms of time and scheduled appointments.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 7 January 2024
- Gina G11 contributionsA must seeA must see for hen in Da Nang. We should really close to the dragon and could feel the heat from the fire and never anticipated the little surprise. I’ve been completely showered with water at the end.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 12 January 2024
- Lucinda J N9 contributionsGreat display of lightsI loved this! Atmosphere was great. All along the river the lights were amazing before the fire show. The market right beside the bridge has great cheap food , especially the seafood. Also it's one of the cheapest markets for souvenirs I have been to yet (better than hoi an & Saigon). Also wonder along the river to the love bridge where you can get a padlock engraved and leave your mark. The dragon breathing for was impressive and the water spout was also good. Doesn't last for long but is worth seeing. Yes it does get busy but we stood on the river side and watched and didn't actually stand on the bridge. We could feel the heat on the ground so would have been hot up there!What other bridge in the world can do this??Visited January 2024Travelled with familyWritten 14 January 2024
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Melanie_Yeoh
Semenyih, Malaysia1,145 contributions
May 2019 • Family
If you are interested to watch a short fire show and you don't mind the crowd, give it a go. The show happens on weedends, 9pm. The dragon head on one end of the bridge will blow fire, followed by smoke, then water. We went there on a Saturday, stood under the DHC Marina statue, crowded with people and smelled bad water. Nothing happened because we were unlucky, someone important to Vietnam passed away and so the show was cancelled to pay respect to him. We went back the next evening, the crowd got worse, every tourist was there to catch a glimpse of the fire dragon. We decided to just stand by the roadside to enjoy the show. Something unique I shall say, worth to watch or not, I leave to you to decide. I think it worth, not my fam though, they say no more such silly shows.
Written 14 January 2020
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Meuok
Bang Sare, Thailand158 contributions
Mar 2020 • Family
Having only been in Da Nang an hour or so, we decided to make our way and see the Saturday night show at the dragon bridge which, I believe, starts at 21.00.
We walked and found ourselves outside a riverside entertainment centre, which had sumptuous 'pints' of draught Tiger (@30,000 đồng) and a superb view of the 'Dragon Bridge'.
However, we felt a touch underwhelmed by the actual 5 to 10 minute display, the very beginning being the best part when the dragon snorts out the first burst of fire.
This said, it's worth going to see, as the night market is right next door, and there's some interesting grub to be eaten, even though the stuff in the market are a bit mundane.
We walked and found ourselves outside a riverside entertainment centre, which had sumptuous 'pints' of draught Tiger (@30,000 đồng) and a superb view of the 'Dragon Bridge'.
However, we felt a touch underwhelmed by the actual 5 to 10 minute display, the very beginning being the best part when the dragon snorts out the first burst of fire.
This said, it's worth going to see, as the night market is right next door, and there's some interesting grub to be eaten, even though the stuff in the market are a bit mundane.
Written 14 March 2020
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OzyOs2
Sai Kung, China42 contributions
Dec 2019
Watching the sun go down and the lights come up is beautiful to say the least. Boats with lights floating up and down the river and 1 million “want a boat ride” hawkers getting their occasional victims sorry passengers.
You can light a candle and float it down the river, but the wind our night made one edge of the river colourful!
The shopping is great and definable worth walking around Old Town.
Was a romantic couple strip this time, but looking forward to returning again with my kids.
You can light a candle and float it down the river, but the wind our night made one edge of the river colourful!
The shopping is great and definable worth walking around Old Town.
Was a romantic couple strip this time, but looking forward to returning again with my kids.
Written 14 January 2020
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Paul Douglass
Sydney, Australia45 contributions
Dec 2019
With ample pedestrian footpaths either side of this iconic landmark, it gives access to the coast and city of Da Nang. Accommodating thousands of vehicles on a daily basis this bridges is never quiet, which gives it a character of its own.
This bridge in the evening provides opportunities to view Da Nang surrounded in neon lights. It also has great great eateries either side to dine in.
This bridge in the evening provides opportunities to view Da Nang surrounded in neon lights. It also has great great eateries either side to dine in.
Written 9 January 2020
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Hina Tanwar
New Delhi, India22 contributions
Jan 2020
The bridge looks impressive and as the show starts everyone gets very excited but by the time you start enjoying the show ends abruptly. Its a really short show with nothing much but the night market near the bridge is really a must visit. Lots of Vietnamese street food, exquisite fruits,slushes,smoothies to try.Overall a good place to visit.
Written 23 January 2020
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JacktarLancsuk
Lancs uk122 contributions
Feb 2020
We stayed at the SenRiver Hotel which is situate at the 'tail end' of the Dragon. The Dragon only breathes fire twice on Saturday and Sunday nights at 9.00pm. We were happily chatting away when the first blaze took place. We hadn't realised that it was 9 o'clock ! By the time we had set our camera's the second breathe had already happened and we didn't get a single shot !!
A couple of rockets launched just before the event would have alerted us to the time and prepared us. Two 5 second blasts of flame hardly warrant all the hype. Don't bother making a special effort to see it. It's not worth it
A couple of rockets launched just before the event would have alerted us to the time and prepared us. Two 5 second blasts of flame hardly warrant all the hype. Don't bother making a special effort to see it. It's not worth it
Written 4 March 2020
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Mactoek
Schiedam, The Netherlands314 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Each weekend you can enjoy the Sin Tra Night market and some nice local music entertainment at the entrance of the Dragon bridge in Danang. We were there in December so it was probably busier than usual.
The Dragon is lightens up in various colors and around 9 pm there comes fire and water out of the dragon’s head. It not super spectacular, but great to experience.
It can be very busy so it’s good to arrive earlier to find a right stop to be able to take nice pictures and videos.
The Dragon is lightens up in various colors and around 9 pm there comes fire and water out of the dragon’s head. It not super spectacular, but great to experience.
It can be very busy so it’s good to arrive earlier to find a right stop to be able to take nice pictures and videos.
Written 20 January 2020
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Karolina R
Vienna, Austria63 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Da dragon fires first fire than water for 5 mins every Saturday and Sunday at 9 pm.
They will close the street for that event and a lot of people come to see this.
Be ready to fight your way to the front for a better sight.
The dragon Bridge is good reachable from the son tra night Market where you can go eat before the event
They will close the street for that event and a lot of people come to see this.
Be ready to fight your way to the front for a better sight.
The dragon Bridge is good reachable from the son tra night Market where you can go eat before the event
Written 17 February 2020
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Good_Partner
Sydney, Australia4,160 contributions
Feb 2020
Not many cities will dress up a bridge with such decoration to attract tourist. It's the effort Danang government put in to enhance the tourist industry and a credit to her. The design of this dragon looks impressive if you support the idea. There wasn't much to impress during daytime but after evening. It is worth the 2 hours to spend walking around the area to watch the so called performance if time allows. Before you move close to this bridge, you should walk around from distance to appreciate the full scale of the bridge.
Written 11 February 2020
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Salman U
London, UK58 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
the dragon bridge has 10 minutes show on Saturdays and Sunday from 9pm.. it gets really crowded by locals and tourists.. if your in danang it wouldn't hurt to check it out.
you have some shows that take place by the riverside and also a huge market set up by the side of the bridge.. you got food custom key rings live portrait drawing and many more.. it's worth a walk.
you have some shows that take place by the riverside and also a huge market set up by the side of the bridge.. you got food custom key rings live portrait drawing and many more.. it's worth a walk.
Written 23 February 2020
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Is the Fire Show available on Friday?
Some , including the official Dragon Bridge Wikipedia page, stated that it runs through Friday to Sunday at 9pm. However, I have been reading a lot of comments here and Google map and it says it is only available on Saturday AND Sunday only.
Written 8 February 2023
When I was there last January, it ran from Friday through Sunday at 9 pm.
Written 9 February 2023
What is the best view point to watch Dragon bridge show in weekend?
Written 19 January 2020
Directly in front of the head, there is a set of stairs just below to get up there (the lift wasn't working). The heat is real and the water will get you wet. Some people obviously knew and put up their umbrellas, we just enjoyed the spray
Written 20 January 2020
Waar kun je het beste zitten om de vuurshow te zitten?
Written 10 November 2019
週末の夜9時位から炎を吹くショーがあります。午後8時30分頃より交通規制があるので、タクシーで近くまで行くなら早めの出発が良いと思います。炎を吐いたあとに水を吐くので、濡れても良い服装が良いと思います。
Written 3 November 2019
Does this only breath fire & spit water on saturday & Sunday?
Is there one 1 "show" or does it repeat?
How long does it last ?
Written 26 October 2018
Yes at 9pm lasting around 5 minutes
Written 27 October 2018
Hi hello I and my parents planning to visit da nang, Vietnam in the month of February 2019, can you please advise me for the following requirements.
1. Cheep transportation from airport to city, please provide me if you have good taxi agent.
2. I am planning to stay 3nights to see and enjoy the weather of Bana hills, is their any budget hotel to stay.
3. In da nang city Planning to stay at danang river side hotel, is this hotel good for family staying.
4. Is weather in the month of February is comfortable to visit da nang.
5.where to purchase mobile Sim card and how much it costs. Please advise me.
Written 16 September 2018
1. The Da Nang airport is within the city precinct so a taxi ride to your hotel will not cost a great deal, I would think less than 150K VND (there will be a 10K VND airport tax added). I generally use the green Mai linh taxis or the green and white Vinasun, but the yellow taxis are also quite good and more abundant. If you are really desperate to save a dollar or two you can ask someone to call a Grab (ie Uber equivalent) or download the app using the airport wifi if you have a smart phone or tablet etc
2. Ba Na Hills is somewhat like Disney land and almost by definition is not a budget place. I'm not sure how adults could spend 3 days there especially in February when it will be quite cool and anyway the weather in Da Nang at that time will be very pleasant, although I suppose it depends on where your from. Ba Na is a great escape in Summer due to the cooler climate, but I doubt it has the same appeal in winter, but I've never visited in winter. If you have children from 4 to 16 they'll love it at anytime.
3. Sorry I've never stayed at Da Nang Riverside, but if you have river views it should be pleasant. If you're on the other side of the building you might possibly get beach views if on a high level, but there are so many high rise buildings going up along the beach front. It is a long walk to the beach
4. It depends what you're use to, but I find the weather very pleasant in February - not too hot and cools down at night. I think its around the low to mid 20s in the day, but you can find this on the web somewhere
5. You can get a Sim at the airport, I haven't done it for a while, but the Sim card itself isn't very expensive, it depends what plan you get and whether you want data, international calls etc. If you don't get it at the airport there are also plenty of mobile phone shops. I've found over the years Vinaphone, Mobiphone and Viettel are all reliable. Actual phone calls are not very expensive and I pay as I go with 100K VND cards (available everywhere) that last me about 2 to 3 weeks, but of course it depends on how many calls you make
Just a couple of other things - you should check your travel time against the dates for New Year (Tet). Vietnam virtually closes down over 10 days or more during this period and it's not the best time to travel. Also I love the beaches in Da Nang, but from December to about March they are at their worst - not very inviting at all; an amazing contrast to the summer months.
Written 17 September 2018
Hi hello, I and my parents Hi hello, I and my parents traveling from Da nang to Kuala Lumpur and on the same day kuala lumpur to jakarta, we will be arrive kuala lumpur by 4'30pm (flight right time) and my next flight is 7'30 pm both are airasia but separate PNR so we need to collect our language and proceed to jakarta flight, can you please tell me is that time is sufficient for us, at what time the boarding will be closes for collection of check in language please reply. Flight details AK649 to AK 353 next flight is 7'30 pm both are airasia but separate PNR so we need to collect our language and proceed to jakarta flight, can you please tell me is that time is sufficient for us, at what time the boarding will be closes for collection of check in language please reply. Flight details AK649 to AK 353,
Written 14 September 2018
Actually question best answered by Air Asia but typically 3 hours is sufficient for such transfer. You hope there is no flight delay out of Danang. Also do let the flight Supervisor know of your connecting flight and they could help look out for you like early disembark when plane landed.
Written 15 September 2018
Can you please tell me any good 3star hotel Opp to the dragon bridge to watch dragon show
Written 14 August 2018
I didn't stay in downtown Da Nang, but a really nice place to watch the Dragon Bridge Show is the 99+ Sky Lounge Bar. It's a yacht that was turned into a restaurant/bar and if you get there early enough you can sit on the deck which is facing the Dragon Bridge. It's located near the DHC Marina. The food was amazing and the owner was incredibly friendly!
Written 24 August 2018
quá đẹ, quá tuyệt vời!
Written 23 March 2018
Chính xác bạn đã tham quan : quá đẹp quá tuyệt vời - xin cảm ơn sự đồng cảm & tương tác hiện thực khách quan - Rất hy vọng từ cmt của bạn hàng triệu triệu người trên khắp cả nước & năm châu sẽ ghé Đà Nẵng để relax & recreation.
Written 24 March 2018
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