Dragon Bridge

The Dragon Bridge mirrored in the Han · Giang Nguyễn · Pexels License

A steel dragon across the Han River that lifts its head at weekends and breathes fire and water over the crowd.

The Dragon Bridge opened on 29 March 2013, the anniversary of the city's liberation, and almost immediately became the first thing anyone pictures when Da Nang is mentioned. The dragon's body follows the shape of Ly-dynasty dragons, running the full length of the bridge and changing colour through the night. The moment worth waiting for is the weekend: the head turns to the river, breathes nine bursts of fire and then three of water, smoke drifting into the packed crowds on both banks while children shriek. By day it is simply a road — so if you only cross it at noon, you will not understand why the whole city is proud of it.

Visitor information

When is the best time to visit Dragon Bridge?

Saturday and Sunday evenings, for the fire show

How long do you need at Dragon Bridge?

1 hour

What are the opening hours of Dragon Bridge?

All day

Did you know

The bridge is 666m long with six lanes, and opened on 29 March 2013.
The dragon's form follows Ly-dynasty dragon motifs and runs the bridge's entire length.
The fire-and-water show runs on weekend evenings, usually beginning at 21:00.
It links the administrative centre on the west bank to the beaches on the east.

Travel tips

Arrive before 20:30 for a spot near the dragon's head — after that both banks are full.
Stand downwind to stay dry; the last three bursts of water carry a long way.

Source: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q5305270

Updated: 2026-08-16