January
17.3°C ~ 63°F
7 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
Da Lat Railway Station
A 1930s Art Deco station with a tourist steam train, one of the prettiest in Vietnam.
- Location
- Da Lat
- Time needed
- From 30 min
- Entry fee
- Free
- Best months
- Nov – Mar
Overview
Da Lat Railway Station was built in the 1930s in an Art Deco style with three tall, curved roof peaks. It is one of the best-known buildings in the city and a favourite for photos. The station is no longer on a long-distance line, but a tourist train runs a short route to the village of Trai Mat, and carriages of different eras are on show.
A visit takes about 30 minutes, or 90 if you ride the tourist train. Ask at the ticket office for the departure times and prices of the day. The cafes around the station are a handy place to rest.
Highlights
- See the Art Deco station building
- Take a short ride on the tourist train to Trai Mat
- Look at the old carriages
- Pair it with a visit to Linh Phuoc Pagoda at Trai Mat
Visitor information
| Opening hours | Daytime. Exact hours not confirmed. |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | Free to see. Train tickets are sold separately; ask at the station. |
| Time needed | 30 – 90 min |
| Best time of day | Morning |
| Good for | Photographers, architecture lovers, families |
| Accessibility | Level platform |
| Facilities | Ticket office, cafe |
Prices and hours can change. Check the official source before you go.
Best time to visit
Weather in Da Lat by month.
February
17.7°C ~ 64°F
5 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
March
19.3°C ~ 67°F
9 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
April
20.1°C ~ 68°F
15 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
May
20.1°C ~ 68°F
26 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
June
19.6°C ~ 67°F
27 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
July
19.2°C ~ 67°F
29 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
August
19.3°C ~ 67°F
27 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
September
19°C ~ 66°F
28 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
October
18.6°C ~ 65°F
25 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
November
18.3°C ~ 65°F
15 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
December
17.4°C ~ 63°F
8 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
How to get there
- From Da Lat centre
1 Quang Trung Street, in the centre of Da Lat, a short taxi ride from Xuan Huong Lake.
- Da Lat Railway Station
Tips before you go
- Go in the morning
- Check train times at the ticket office
- Combine with Linh Phuoc Pagoda
- Bring a camera for the roof lines
Location
1 Quang Trung, Da Lat
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FAQs
Can I take a train?
Yes, a tourist train runs to Trai Mat. Check the times.
Is the station free to visit?
Yes. Train rides cost extra.
What style is the building?
Art Deco, from the 1930s.