Self-Guided Travel to Ba Na Hills – Complete Guide & Tips

Visiting Ba Na Hills on your own has never been easier or more cost-effective! In this guide, Ánh Việt Travel shares all the essential information—from cable car tickets, ideal visiting times, suggested itineraries, to a detailed map of attractions, helping you plan a full day or multi-day trip to Da Nang while maximizing your experience and saving money.

Best Time to Visit Ba Na Hills

Ba Na Hills can be explored year-round, but according to Ánh Việt Travel, the best period is from March to September. During this time, the weather is cool and pleasant, with clear skies during the day for sightseeing and photography, and minimal rain at night for leisure activities.

The climate is unique, often described as four seasons in a single day:

• Lowest temperature: 0 – 20°C

• Highest temperature: 25 – 30°C

• Average temperature: 17 – 20°C

These conditions are ideal for both 1-day tours and extended stays.

Ba Na Hills Visitor Map & Key Areas

Ba Na Hills is a large resort complex with multiple cable car routes, restaurants, entertainment, and recreation zones. To ensure you don’t miss any highlights, Ánh Việt Travel breaks it down into four main areas:

1. Foot of the Mountain

At the base, you will find:

• Food court & souvenir shops

• Ticket counters

• Hoi An Restaurant

• Suoi Mo Station & Suoi Mo Spring

Tip: Have a light snack, explore shops, and buy souvenirs before boarding the cable car. You can choose the route to either Ba Na Station or Morin Station, both offering panoramic views of the mountains.

2. Ba Na Station Area

Here, visitors can explore:

• Grand Buddha Statue

• Linh Ung Pagoda – one of the three famous Linh Ung pagodas

• Tinh Tam Garden

• Shakyamuni Buddha Statue

• Doumer Restaurant

• Debay Wine Cellar

Transportation options include the mountain train or walking to enjoy the natural scenery and fresh air.

3. Morin Station Area

At the central hub of Ba Na Hills, you’ll find:

• Resorts and accommodation

• Le Jardin D’Amour – 9 themed gardens with hundreds of colorful flowers

• Fantasy Park – the largest indoor amusement park

• French Village – classic European architecture

• Full amenities including restaurants, entertainment, and relaxation areas

Guests can explore on foot or take the cable car.

4. Ba Na Summit

At the highest point (~1489m), the spiritual zone features:

• Linh Chua Linh Tu Temple

• Lady of the Forest Temple

• Tru Vu Tea House – enjoy tea while admiring clouds, forests, and the French Village

This area is perfect for relaxing and taking in breathtaking views.

Ba Na Hills Cable Car Ticket Prices

Local Visitors (Da Nang & Central Vietnam)

• Adult: 450,000 VND

• Child (1.0 – 1.4m): 350,000 VND

• Under 1m: Free

Non-local Visitors

• Adult: 750,000 VND

• Child (1.0 – 1.4m): 600,000 VND

• Under 1m: Free

Note: Tickets include: entrance, round-trip cable car, VAT 10%, most Fantasy Park rides, mountain train, and flower gardens. Excluded: Wax Museum, claw machine games, carnival, and buffet.

Tip: Purchase tickets a few days in advance, especially during holidays, to avoid sold-out situations or price hikes.

Opening Hours

• Ba Na Hills: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, daily including holidays

• Cable Car: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

How to Get to Ba Na Hills

From Da Nang city center:

• Private car or taxi

• Motorbike

• Tour shuttle

Distance: ~40 km from Da Nang, making it convenient for a full-day trip.