Ba Na Hills 2026: Golden Bridge, Tickets & Tips

Ba Na Hills (Bà Nà Hills, now branded Sun World Ba Na Hills) is a mountain-top resort and theme park on Chua Mountain, west of Da Nang, at around 1,400–1,500 m. It is famous for the Golden Bridge held up by two giant hands, a record-breaking cable car and a French-style village. A standard 2026 ticket costs 1,000,000 VND for adults, including the return cable car.

Status (checked October 2026): open daily. The 2026 standard ticket is 1,000,000 VND per adult (650,000 VND for Da Nang residents) and, under the “1 Ticket – 3 Days” programme, can be used on three consecutive days after FaceID registration. October to December is the rainy season in central Vietnam: cable cars can pause in storms and the summit is often foggy, so keep your Ba Na day flexible.

Why Ba Na Hills is worth seeing:

The Golden Bridge: a 150 m gold-coloured walkway lifted by two huge stone-look hands, opened in June 2018.
A record cable car: the Toc Tien – L’Indochine line opened in 2013 and is still cited as the longest non-stop single-track cable car at 5,801 m.
Cool mountain air: the summit is usually several degrees cooler than the beaches of Da Nang.
A full day in one ticket: French Village, Le Jardin d’Amour gardens, pagodas and the indoor Fantasy Park are all included.
Colonial history: the French opened a hill station here in 1919 to escape the lowland heat.

Ba Na Hills at a Glance

Vietnamese name	Bà Nà Hills (Sun World Ba Na Hills), on Núi Chúa (Chua Mountain)
Location	Ba Na commune (formerly Hoa Ninh commune, Hoa Vang district), Da Nang city
Distance	About 35–40 km by road west of central Da Nang (45–60 minutes by car); about 55 km from Hoi An
Known for	Golden Bridge, record cable car, French Village, flower gardens, Fantasy Park
Altitude	Summit area around 1,400–1,500 m above sea level
Opening hours	Daily; cable cars run from the morning into the evening, with times varying by line and season
Entrance fee	1,000,000 VND adult (about US$38); 800,000 VND child 1–1.4 m and seniors over 70; under 1 m free
Time needed	A full day (6–8 hours including the cable car)
Best time	February to May for clearer skies; arrive at opening time
Nearby	Marble Mountains, Dragon Bridge, Hoi An Ancient Town
Find it	Google Maps · Tripadvisor · Official price list

Is Ba Na Hills Worth Visiting?

Yes, if you want the Golden Bridge photo, a spectacular cable car ride and a cool, fun day out. Ba Na Hills is a commercial theme park rather than a cultural site, and it is busy, but the views on a clear day and the scale of the cable car make it one of the most memorable days in central Vietnam.

Best for: families, first-time visitors, photographers and anyone escaping the summer heat.
Skip if: you prefer authentic history; spend the day at My Son Sanctuary or the Museum of Cham Sculpture instead.
Short on time: take the first cable car, walk the Golden Bridge and French Village, and be back in Da Nang by mid-afternoon.

History of Ba Na Hills

French colonists founded a hill station on Chua Mountain in 1919, building villas, a hotel and roads so officials could escape the heat of the coast. After the colonial period the resort fell into ruin, and for decades only foundations and old wine cellars remained in the forest.

Sun Group redeveloped the mountain from the late 2000s. The record-breaking cable car opened on 29 March 2013, the French Village and Fantasy Park followed, and the Golden Bridge, designed by TA Landscape Architecture of Ho Chi Minh City, opened in June 2018 and became one of the most photographed structures in Vietnam. Today the resort is operated as Sun World Ba Na Hills.

What to See at Ba Na Hills

1. The Golden Bridge (Cau Vang)

The 150 m Golden Bridge curves through the trees at around 1,400 m, held up by two enormous hands made of fibreglass and wire mesh finished to look like weathered stone. Go straight here after the cable car: by late morning the walkway is shoulder-to-shoulder with visitors.

2. The Toc Tien – L’Indochine cable car

Opened in 2013, this line runs 5,801 m without a break and climbs well over 1,000 m, passing over forest, waterfalls and cloud. Several other lines also link the base station with the summit; the ride takes around 15–20 minutes each way.

3. The French Village

A recreated European old town with a cathedral, square, cobbled lanes, cafés and hotels, including the Mercure French Village. It is a theme-park reconstruction, not a heritage site, but it photographs beautifully when the mist rolls in.

European-style buildings of the French Village at Ba Na Hills, Da Nang — The French Village recreates a European old town on the mountaintop. Photo: Raita Futo, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

4. Le Jardin d’Amour

A series of themed flower gardens laid out on the slopes, with fountains, sculptures and viewpoints over the mountains. It is quieter than the bridge and the village.

5. Debay Wine Cellar

A wine cellar dug into the mountain in colonial times and now used for wine storage and tastings. Entry is an add-on (about 100,000 VND in the 2026 price list).

6. Linh Ung Pagoda and the spiritual area

Near the summit stand Linh Ung Pagoda, a large seated Buddha statue, a bell tower and Linh Chua Linh Tu Shrine. They are part of the basic ticket and offer some of the best views when the weather is clear. (This is a different pagoda from Linh Ung Pagoda on the Son Tra Peninsula.)

7. Fantasy Park

An indoor amusement park with rides, games and cinema attractions. Most rides are included; some games and attractions carry extra charges. It is a good rainy-day fallback.

8. Alpine coaster and evening shows

The toboggan-style alpine coaster runs through the forest (extra charge). On many evenings there are shows, street parades and the Beer Plaza with live music; check the day’s programme at the ticket office.

Ba Na Hills Tickets and Opening Hours (2026)

Ticket	Non-local visitors	Da Nang residents
Adult (over 1.4 m)	1,000,000 VND (about US$38)	650,000 VND
Child 1–1.4 m / Senior over 70	800,000 VND	550,000 VND
Child under 1 m	Free	Free
Adult combo with lunch buffet	1,300,000 VND	1,000,000 VND
Child / senior combo with lunch buffet	1,000,000 VND / 1,150,000 VND	750,000 VND / 890,000 VND
Night combo (cable car, Beer Plaza dinner buffet, shuttle)	1,050,000 VND adult	Same
Opening hours	Daily, from morning into the evening; cable car times vary by line and season

The basic ticket includes the return cable car, the Golden Bridge, French Village, Le Jardin d’Amour, the spiritual area and most Fantasy Park rides; the wine cellar, alpine coaster and some games cost extra. Prices are set by Sun World Ba Na Hills; check the official 2026 price list before you go.

How to Visit Ba Na Hills Step by Step

Book ahead online or through your hotel or tour operator, and bring your passport: local-resident prices are checked against ID.
Leave Da Nang by 7:00–7:30 to reach the base station around opening time.
Ride up and head straight to the Golden Bridge before the crowds arrive.
Continue to the French Village and Le Jardin d’Amour, then have lunch at the buffet or a café.
Spend the afternoon at Fantasy Park or the pagoda area, and ride down by late afternoon unless you have booked an evening combo.

How to Get to Ba Na Hills

From	How	Time
Da Nang centre	Private car or Grab taxi to the cable car station	45–60 minutes
Da Nang centre	Shuttle bus (sold with some ticket combos) or a group tour	About 1 hour
Da Nang centre	Motorbike (experienced riders only)	About 1 hour
Hoi An	Private car or tour with hotel pick-up	About 1–1.5 hours
Hue	Private car via the Hai Van Tunnel (a long day; better to overnight in Da Nang)	About 2.5–3 hours

For taxis, buses and airport transfers, see our Da Nang transport guide.

Best Time to Visit Ba Na Hills

When	What to expect
February–May	Generally the clearest, most comfortable months; spring flowers in the gardens
June–August	Hot on the coast but cool on top; peak domestic holiday crowds
September–December	Rainy and typhoon season in central Vietnam; frequent fog and possible cable car pauses
Weekdays, first cable car	The quietest time for the Golden Bridge
Weekends and public holidays	Long queues at the cable car and on the bridge

Local Expert Tips for Ba Na Hills

These tips come from years of arranging Da Nang tours for international travellers.

Check the summit forecast, not the beach forecast: Da Nang can be sunny while the bridge is in cloud.
Bring a light jacket; it can feel 8–10°C cooler than the coast, and wet in the afternoon.
Use your three-day validity if fog spoils day one: register FaceID at the retail ticket office before your first entry.
Eat early or late: buffet restaurants are packed between 11:30 and 13:00.
Wear comfortable shoes: the resort is spread across slopes and stairs.
Pair it wisely: Ba Na takes a full day, so do the Marble Mountains or Hoi An on another day.

Ba Na Hills vs Marble Mountains

Feature	Ba Na Hills	Marble Mountains
Type	Mountain resort and theme park	Limestone hills with caves and pagodas
Ticket	1,000,000 VND adult	40,000 VND (Thuy Son)
Time needed	Full day	2–3 hours
Distance from centre	About 35–40 km	About 9 km
Best for	Views, photos, families	Culture, caves, easy half day

Our view: on a short trip, choose Ba Na Hills if the weather is clear and you want the iconic Golden Bridge; choose the Marble Mountains if you have only half a day or prefer authentic Buddhist sites at a fraction of the price.

Nearby Attractions

Marble Mountains: caves and pagodas on the road to Hoi An.
Dragon Bridge: the fire and water show on weekend nights.
My Khe Beach: Da Nang’s main city beach.
Son Tra Peninsula: forest, langurs and sea views.
Museum of Cham Sculpture: the world’s largest collection of Cham art.
Hoi An Ancient Town: the UNESCO-listed trading port.

Sightseeing in Da Nang for First-Time Visitors: Where Ba Na Hills Fits

Most travellers give Ba Na Hills one full day of a three- or four-day stay. A typical plan: day one in the city with the Cham Museum, My Khe Beach and the Dragon Bridge; day two at Ba Na Hills; day three via the Son Tra Peninsula and Marble Mountains to Hoi An. See where to stay in Da Nang and our Da Nang travel tips before you book.

Plan your trip with our Da Nang travel guide and Da Nang tours. Contact Vietnam Tour Expert Team for a free custom itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ba Na Hills

1. How much is the Ba Na Hills ticket in 2026?

The standard 2026 Ba Na Hills ticket is 1,000,000 VND for adults and 800,000 VND for children 1–1.4 m and seniors over 70; children under 1 m are free. Da Nang residents pay 650,000 VND.

2. Does the Ba Na Hills ticket include the cable car?

Yes. The basic ticket includes the return cable car plus the Golden Bridge, French Village, gardens, the spiritual area and most Fantasy Park rides.

3. Is the Golden Bridge included in the Ba Na Hills ticket?

Yes, the Golden Bridge is inside the resort and there is no separate fee; you cannot visit it without a Ba Na Hills ticket.

4. How far is Ba Na Hills from Da Nang?

Ba Na Hills is about 35–40 km by road west of central Da Nang, a 45–60 minute drive to the cable car station.

5. How long do you need at Ba Na Hills?

Plan a full day at Ba Na Hills: 6–8 hours including the cable car, or about 5 hours if you focus only on the Golden Bridge and French Village.

6. What is the best time to visit Ba Na Hills?

February to May usually brings the clearest views at Ba Na Hills; arrive for the first cable car on a weekday to avoid the worst crowds.

7. Is Ba Na Hills worth it?

Ba Na Hills is worth it for the cable car, the Golden Bridge and the cool air, but it is an expensive commercial theme park; culture lovers may prefer My Son or Hoi An.