Da Nang: Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Ticket with Cable Car

Golden Bridge and Mountain Gardens: Ba Na Hills from Da Nang

You get cable car access up and down the mountain, entry to Ba Na Hills, and the freedom to explore the Golden Bridge, French Village, Luna Castle, and gardens on your own schedule. Official e-tickets arrive by email before your visit, and you present those at the gate for entry. The whole site is designed for self-guided wandering, so you move between attractions as you choose and stay as long as you want.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge

• Present official e-ticket for entry
• Ride round-trip scenic cable car
• Visit Golden Bridge and French Village
• Explore Le Jardin d’Amour gardens
• See Luna Castle and temples
• Enjoy Fantasy Park rides and games
• Take photos of mountain views

The Experience

You're standing 1,500 meters up a mountain and the Golden Bridge is right there — two giant stone hands holding a ribbon of gold across the forest. It's the kind of thing that looks unreal in photos, and it still looks unreal when you're actually walking across it. Ba Na Hills is the reason most people make the trip from Da Nang, and the ticket gets you there by cable car, which means you skip the drive and go straight to the views. The cable car ride itself is part of it — twenty minutes of forest and valley spreading out below you, and then you're at the top.

The whole place is designed to keep you moving without rushing. There's the Golden Bridge, sure, but also the French Village with its colonial-style buildings (it's oddly charming, like someone built a slice of 1920s France on a Vietnamese mountaintop), the Luna Castle with its turrets and gardens, and Le Jardin d'Amour, which is basically a flower garden that changes with the season. If you're traveling with kids or just want to burn some energy, there's the Alpine coaster — that's the optional add-on, and it's worth considering if you've got the time. The temples and viewpoints are scattered around, so you're not following a fixed route; you just pick what appeals and wander. The cool mountain air is a relief if you've been in Da Nang's heat.

One thing to know upfront: the voucher you get from booking isn't your ticket. You'll receive official e-tickets by email within seven days before your visit — check your spam folder because they sometimes hide there. You present those at the gate, not the booking confirmation. It sounds like an extra step, but it's how they manage entry, and once you have the e-tickets it's straightforward. The round-trip cable car is included, so you don't buy that separately. You can spend as long as you want up there, though most people do the main attractions in four to five hours.

The ticket covers admission and the cable car both ways, so the only thing you're paying extra for is food, drinks, and the coaster if you choose it. Strollers work fine if you're bringing small children, and the paths are mostly walkable, though there are some hills. It's not a guided tour — you're exploring at your own pace, which means you can linger at the Golden Bridge for photos or skip the parts that don't interest you.

What’s included

• Admission ticket to Sun World Ba Na Hills.
• round-trip cable car ticket.
• access to the Golden Bridge, French Village, Le Jardin d'Amour gardens, Luna Castle, temples, scenic viewpoints, and Fantasy Park with included rides and games.
• self-paced exploration of the mountaintop site.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendly

Operated by Caiyi Travel

Is this one for you?Right for anyone visiting Da Nang who wants to see the Golden Bridge and mountain attractions without arranging transport up the mountain or managing entry lines — the cable car and included admission mean you go straight from the base to the views.

Top questions

Do I need to book the Alpine coaster in advance?

The Alpine coaster is an optional add-on available at the time of booking. You can choose to include it or skip it; it's not required for general admission to Ba Na Hills.

When do I receive my official e-tickets?

Official e-tickets are sent to your email and platform inbox within 7 days before your visit. Check your spam folder, as they sometimes end up there.

Is the cable car ride included in the ticket?

Yes, round-trip cable car transportation is included in your admission ticket.

Can I bring a stroller or pram?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. The site is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

How long should I spend at Ba Na Hills?

Most visitors spend four to five hours exploring the main attractions. There's no time limit, so you can stay longer if you want to visit every area or take photos.

What do I present at the gate for entry?

Present your official e-ticket, not the booking confirmation voucher. The e-ticket is what the gate staff will scan for verification and entry.

Is food included in the ticket?

No, food and drinks are not included. There are dining options available at Ba Na Hills, which you pay for separately.