Hoi An Old Town
Best base: about 45km (1 hr) away. Lantern-lit streets and food; My Son works as a half-day tour.
Central Vietnam
My Son
- Best time
- Feb – May
- Ideal stay
- 1 day
- Avg. cost
- $35 – $70/day
- Airport
- 70km from Da Nang
My Son Overview
My Son is a UNESCO World Heritage site of red-brick Cham temple towers built between the 4th and 13th centuries in a green valley. It suits history fans, photographers and travelers based in Hoi An or Da Nang.
Highlights of My Son:
- Temple groups: Explore more than 20 ancient tower temples. A shuttle takes you to the core zone, so allow 2 – 3 hours.
- Tickets and hours: The standard ticket is 150,000 VND for adults (30,000 VND for ages 5 – 15) and includes the shuttle and museum. It opens 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM.
- Guide value: Some towers are ruins, so a guide adds real context. Book a half-day tour with hotel pickup from Hoi An or Da Nang.
- Early start: Choose the first tour of the day to beat heat and tour groups.
Best Time to Visit: Feb – May is dry and sunny, with cooler mornings for walking. Sep – Dec brings heavy rain and muddy paths. Avoid midday, when heat and crowds peak.
Book an early-morning tour a day ahead; the first slots fill first.
Where to stay in My Son
Where to base yourself, by travel style.
An Bang Beach (Hoi An)
Beach base with cafes, about 1 hr from My Son. Quieter evenings than the old town.
Da Nang My Khe Beach
City-beach base about 70km away (75 min). More nightlife and flights, but a longer transfer.
When to visit My Son
Temperature, rain and crowds by month.
January
21.3°C ~ 70°F
20 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
February
22°C ~ 72°F
13 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
March
24.9°C ~ 77°F
12 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
April
27.3°C ~ 81°F
12 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
May
28.8°C ~ 84°F
21 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
June
29.8°C ~ 86°F
18 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
July
29.2°C ~ 85°F
20 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
August
29.1°C ~ 84°F
20 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
September
27.5°C ~ 82°F
25 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
October
25.5°C ~ 78°F
26 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
November
24.1°C ~ 75°F
24 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
December
22°C ~ 72°F
25 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
Getting to My Son
Times, costs and booking links.
Step 1: Fly to Da Nang (DAD) Land here, then head into Da Nang
Da Nang Airport is only about 3km from the city center, so the ride takes 10 – 15 min. Beach hotels at My Khe are 5 – 8km away (10 – 20 min).
- Best option: Grab shows the fare in the app before you book. Metered taxis (Mai Linh, Vinasun) also work; check the meter is running when you set off.
- Price note: There is no official airport taxi tariff, so short rides vary. Confirm the fare in the app or on the meter.
- Public bus: Do not rely on a public airport bus. Touts have pushed travelers into expensive taxis, so use Grab or an official taxi.
Step 2: Private Car to My Son Half-day trip by car or tour
My Son is a day trip from Da Nang or Hoi An. A guided tour with pickup is the easiest option; a private car gives you your own timing.
- Guided tour: Half-day tours include pickup, transport and a guide. Confirm whether the entry ticket is included.
- Private car or Grab: About 70km from Da Nang (about 75 min) and 45km from Hoi An (about 1 hr). Agree a round-trip price and waiting time.
- Timing: Leave by 6:30 – 7:00 AM to arrive at opening and avoid midday heat.
- Tip: Bring a hat and water. Shade is limited between the temple groups.
