If you are planning to go to Danang, you should visit the Danang museum to visit the vivid images of the land people of Central Vietnam. Located right in the city center, the museum highlights the transformation of Danang from a port town into a modern urban hub through detailed exhibitions, historical documents, and cultural displays. 

Danang museum overview

• Address: N0.31, Tran Phu Street, Thach Thang Ward, Hai Chau district, Danang city ( N0.31, Tran Phu Street, Hai Chau Ward, Danang city nowadays). 
• Opening hours: 8:00 am - 11:30 am, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm from Tuesday to Sunday
• Entrance fee: Free

Danang museum was built in 1989, located in Le Duan street, Danang city formerly. The purpose of the museum is preserved historical artifacts and showcasing local to local and tourists. Entering the museum, you go back to the past, seeing the valuable historical memories and the development journey of the city through each stage. 

Danang Museum

However, the museum of Danang city was renovated and expand its scale. So the museum was moved to 24 Tran Phu Street in 2011,  as a national special historical site, attracting a large number of tourists for those who love national history. Especially, Danang museum is especially a symbol of the city's prominent cultural and educational landmarks. 

Exploring Da Nang’s stories through vibrant photos and historic images

Afterward, the city government decided to move the Danang museum to the new place at 31 Tran Phu and 42-44 Bach Dang streets. 

On March 28, 2025, the museum was inaugurated after a long time of renovation and construction, marking the 50th anniversary of the city's liberation, bringing great historical significance. 

The space has a modern, new and elegant look with exhibition technologies. In the future, Danang museum promises to become one of the most popular spots in the city. 

Highlight architecture of Danang museum 

The museum has an area of up to 3000m2 with a creative and artistic exhibition. The museum has 3 floors and each floor is indicated to separate themes. 

The first floor

Coming to the first floor of Danang museum, you can see the displayed artifacts through each period. The image and artifacts talk about natural conditions, geology, and resources. Besides, you can see a collection of antiquities associated with the fishermen's life and Danang city. 

Interactive exhibition presenting Danang’s heritage, bridges, and modern development

Besides, tourists can learn more about Vietnamese traditional agriculture and other crafts. You can see the image about  the making of Tuy Loan rice paper, Nam O fish sauce, Non Nuoc stone carvings,,....

The second floor

If you want to admire the historical artifacts in two wars between the French and Americans, you should come to the second floor. You can see the collected and preserved pictures and war remnants. Tourists can know more about the resistance and patriotic movements. 

Exploring Danang’s past with stories, artifacts, and timeless photos

The third floor

Go up to the third floor, you can see the countless artifacts and pictures of the ethnic communities in Danang and Quang Nam (Nowsaday Danang). You can see some artifacts associated with the life and culture of ethnic groups like tools, clothing, jewelry, musical instruments... Besides, the Danang museum has a cinema room with 30 seats. Tourists can sit and watch documentaries about Danang city. 

How to get to Danang museum? 

Danang museum is located inside the premises of the Dien Hai citadel, at 24 Tran Phu street, Danang city. With a convenient location, tourists can easily approach the Danang museum. 

Danang museum is close to other popular attractions like Han market, Danang cathedral and Dragon Bridge. 

You can transfer by taxi, walking or bus. Besides, you can book app cars such as Grab, Xanh SM, be.. In this case, if you come with a large group, you should book a private car. It can be a time-saving way to connect your visit with stops at other landmarks. 

The museum opens from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm each year. So, you should note that it is an interesting journey. Danang museum is the best spot for those to explore the city's rich history and culture. 

The Danang museum displays the cultural and historical artifacts in the city. The space is creative with thousands of specimens, promising as an interesting destination to visit and gain into the most worth living city in Vietnam.

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