Da Nang 🇻🇳
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Population | 1,125,316 | 2,427,000 | 8,850,000 | 237,559 | 1,305,737 | 6,718,903 | 1,270,169 |
Official language(s) | Vietnamese | Spanish | Spanish | Portuguese | Czech | Portuguese | Bulgarian |
Level of English | Low | Low | Moderate | Very High | High | Low | High |
Main airport | Da Nang International Airport (DAD) | José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) | Mexico City International Airport (MEX) | Francisco Sá Carneiro International Airport (OPO) | Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) | Galeão International Airport | Sofia International Airport (SOF) |
Most common months to visit | February - May | January - April, December | March - May, October, November | May - September | June - October | January - March, December | April-June, September-October |
Currency | VND - Vietnamese Dong (₫) | COP - Colombian Peso ($) | MXN - Mexican Peso ($) | EUR - Euro (€) | CZK - Czech Koruna (Kč) | BRL - Brazilian Real (R$) | BGN - Bulgarian Lev (лв) |
Credit cards | Accepted in some places. Cash also needed. | Accepted in some places | Widely accepted (less with AMEX) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted most places (some places are cash only) | Accepted everywhere | Accepted everywhere |
Remote worker visa | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Average monthly costs | $959 | $1293 | $1867 | $1759 | $1806 | $1833 | $1289 |
Rent | $316 | $732 | $778 | $717 | $780 | $1066 | $567 |
Groceries | $161 | $87 | $281 | $148 | $158 | $95 | $10 |
Dining out | $128 | $131 | $182 | $280 | $240 | $210 | $227 |
Cafe | $35 | $18 | $49 | $45 | $53 | $25 | $27 |
Coworking space | $88 | $96 | $159 | $96 | $175 | $130 | $140 |
Mobile internet | $4 | $16 | $25 | $21 | $24 | $7 | $10 |
Public transportation | $15 | $21 | $11 | $95 | $61 | $33 | $30 |
Taxis | $15 | $14 | $9 | $25 | $33 | $14 | $12 |
Shared bicycles and scooters | $0 | $0 | $24 | $10 | $19 | $16 | $40 |
Sport and cultural events | $6 | $8 | $81 | $45 | $19 | $55 | $18 |
Museums and sights | $2 | $9 | $20 | $24 | $35 | $26 | $12 |
Nightlife | $74 | $73 | $64 | $66 | $50 | $54 | $82 |
Gym | $34 | $15 | $69 | $56 | $56 | $31 | $23 |
Yoga | $71 | $54 | $65 | $82 | $66 | $40 | $62 |
Massage | $10 | $20 | $51 | $48 | $37 | $32 | $29 |
SIM card options | Viettel, Vinafone | Claro, Tigo | Telcel, Movistar | Vodafone, MEO, NOS | Vodafone, T-Mobile | Tim, Claro, Vivo | A1, Telenor, Vivacom |
Tipping | 5-15% in restaurants, round up at bars and cafes | Tip 10% in restaurants | 10-15% for restaurants, bars and services | 5-10% at restaurants if happy with service, not expected at cafes or bars | 10% at restaurants and bars, round up elsewhere | 10% usually included in restaurants, 10% at bars and cafes with table service is common | 10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafés |
Taxi apps | Grab | EasyTaxi | Uber | Uber, MyTaxi, Cabify | Uber, Liftago | Easy Taxi, 99 Taxi, Uber | TaxiMe, TaxiStars |
Tap water | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Not drinkable | Drinkable | Drinkable | Not drinkable | Not 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 blend of indigenous and European traditions with rice, maize, cassava, assorted legumes, and meats | Corn, beans, tortillas and chili peppers typically alongside meat and cheese | A variety of meats often mixed with fresh legumes and vegetables. Emphasis on rich seafood dishes and creamy desserts. | Thick soups are often combined with stewed vegetables and baked meats to produce rich dishes. Gravies and creams are popular in Czech cuisine, as is beer! | Emphasis on rice, beans, pork and beef with a variety of root vegetables and fresh fruits. Fresh seafood is also very common. | Vegetables and mild spices are often mixed with dairy products to create rich chicken and pork products. Seafood dishes also popular in some regions of the country, making them popular in the capital. |
Local food specialities | Chao Tom, Bahn Xeo, Goi Cuon, Bun Thit Nuong, Bahn Cuon, Mi Quang, Bun nam, Bun cha ca | Bandeja paisa, ajiaco, mondongo, empanada, and arepa | Enchiladas, torta de chilaquiles, esquites, quesadillas, tlacoyos, tacos, tostadas | Bacalhau, Alheira de Mirandela, Francesinha, queido da serra da estrela, tripas a moda do Oporto, pasteis de chaves, tarte de amendoa | Vepřo knedlo zelo, Česnečka, Guláš, Svíčková na smetaně, Ovocné Knedlíky. | Feijoada, bolinho de bacalhau, fried sardines, caldo verde, pao de queijo and brigadeiros. | Kebapche, Bulgarian musaka, lyutenitsa, shkember chorba, kyufte, kavarma, banitsa and tarator |
Eat like a local | Smaller, local restaurants, roadside eateries, street food stalls and local markets | Street stalls for empanada and arepa with cheese, restaurants for traditional Colombian food | Markets, food stalls, menú del día (cheap set lunch menus) | Local taverns, terraces, markets, tascas, churrascarias and local sports bars | Pubs and taverns, street food stalls, local cafés | The "snack capital" of Brazil, Rio is a perfect place to try street food as well as the wide varieties of small, traditional eateries and churrascarias easily found across the city. | Taverns, local BBQ restaurants, local markets and smaller eateries in residential and university areas. |
Vegetarian / vegan options | 107 options on HappyCow | 153 listings on Happy Cow | 279 listings on Happy Cow | 46 options on Happy Cow | 112 options on HappyCow | 54 options on Happy Cow | 20 options on HappyCow |