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Da Nang ๐ป๐ณ
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Hanoi ๐ป๐ณ
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Porto ๐ต๐น
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| Population | 1,125,316 | 8,053,663 | 237,559 |
| Official language(s) | Vietnamese | Vietnamese | Portuguese |
| Level of English | Low | Moderate | Very High |
| Main airport | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | Nแปi Bร i International Airport (HAN) | Francisco Sรก Carneiro International Airport (OPO) |
| Most common months to visit | February - May | January, February, October - December | May - September |
| Currency | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | VND - Vietnamese Dong (โซ) | EUR - Euro (โฌ) |
| Credit cards | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places. Cash often preferred. | Accepted everywhere |
| Remote worker visa | No | No | Yes |
| Average monthly costs | $959 | $1167 | $1759 |
| Rent | $316 | $503 | $717 |
| Groceries | $161 | $151 | $148 |
| Dining out | $128 | $134 | $280 |
| Cafe | $35 | $39 | $45 |
| Coworking space | $88 | $72 | $96 |
| Mobile internet | $4 | $4 | $21 |
| Public transportation | $15 | $20 | $95 |
| Taxis | $15 | $13 | $25 |
| Shared bicycles and scooters | $0 | $0 | $10 |
| Sport and cultural events | $6 | $3 | $45 |
| Museums and sights | $2 | $4 | $24 |
| Nightlife | $74 | $89 | $66 |
| Gym | $34 | $57 | $56 |
| Yoga | $71 | $57 | $82 |
| Massage | $10 | $21 | $48 |
| SIM card options | Viettel, Vinafone | Viettel, Mobifone | Vodafone, MEO, NOS |
| Tipping | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Not required but appreciated, especially in taxis, restaurants and bars. Round up or add 10%. | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars |
| Taxi apps | Grab | Grab, GoViet | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify |
| Tap water | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable |
| Overall cuisine | Healthy and with robust flavors, Vietnamese cuisine combines noodles and rice with a variety of greens and local herbs to compliment specially seasoned pork, beef or seafood dishes. In Da Nang, you'll find a strong emphasis on barbecued seafood dishes as well as fish-based sauces. | A mix of French, Southeast Asian and Chinese with lots of fresh herbs and spices. Northern Vietnam cuisine includes a lot of fish and noodles. | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. |
| Local food specialities | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Pho, cha ca, Vietnamese coffee, pastries and breads | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa |
| Eat like a local | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Noodle Houses, Bakeries, Coffee and Tea Houses, street food | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars |
| Vegetarian / vegan options | 107 options on HappyCow | 104 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow |