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Moving to Da Nang

The 'Goldilocks' city of Vietnam. Big enough to have all amenities, small enough to feel relaxed. Mountains on one side, world-class beach on the other.

Cost of Living

$800 - $1,800

Safety

Very High

English Level

Moderate

Internet

Very Good

If You Do Nothing Else

  • 1Rent a motorbike or get Grab car set up
  • 2Visit the Son Tra Peninsula for monkey spotting
  • 3Explore An Thuong for the digital nomad scene
  • 4Join 'Da Nang Hoi An Expats' group

Housing & Neighborhoods

An Thuong

The tourist/nomad hub. Walkable to the beach, lots of bars and cafes.

Son Tra

Quieter, closer to nature, and popular with long-term expat families.

Hai Chau

The city center. Better for 'local' prices and modern apartments.

Where to Search

Da Nang ApartmentFacebook Groups

Work & Tech

Primary Industries: Outsourcing, Tourism, and Remote Work

Coworking Hubs

  • Enouvo Space
  • The Hub Da Nang

Family & Kids

International Schools

  • APU International School
  • Green Shoots (Hoi An)

Family Activities

  • My Khe Beach
  • Asia Park
  • Ba Na Hills

Personalized Advice

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James

James Elkins

Software Engineer & Expat

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