Da Lat
Central Highlands, Vietnam
Daily Budget
~US$22
per day
Best Months
Climate
Tropical / Summer
Vibe
Adventure base
Overview
Da Lat is Vietnam's mountain retreat, perched at 1,500 m in the Central Highlands. Originally built as a French colonial hill station, it is known for its cool climate, pine forests, flower gardens, and wonderfully quirky attractions (including the "Crazy House"). The city has a thriving coffee culture, excellent local food, adventure sports, and a creative arts scene. Backpackers love it as a refreshing escape from the coastal heat.
Editor's Pick
Da Lat stands out for: Cool, spring-like climate year-round (15–25C) — a relief from the tropical lowlands; Quirky, unique attractions unlike anywhere else in Vietnam; Outstanding coffee culture — Da Lat is in Vietnam's coffee heartland.
Things to Do
View all 14 activitiesExplore Da Lat Night Market for street food
banh trang nuong (Vietnamese pizza), grilled corn, soy milk, avocado ice cream
Explore Da Lat Night Market for street food: banh trang nuong, grilled corn, soy milk, avocado ice cream
Explore Da Lat Night Market for street food: banh trang nuong (Vietnamese pizza), grilled corn, soy milk, avocado ice cream
Top Hostels
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Hostels
5 hostels with reviews and vibe scores
Things to Do
14 activities and experiences
Getting Here
Transport routes, prices, and tips
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does it cost to backpack in Da Lat?
- Budget around US$22 per day in Da Lat, covering a hostel dorm, meals, local transport, and a few activities.
- When is the best time to visit Da Lat?
- The best months for backpackers to visit Da Lat are Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, when the weather is most favourable and conditions are ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
- What are the best hostels in Da Lat?
- Top-rated hostels in Da Lat include Cozy Nook Hostel, Dalat Backpackers Hostel, Trigon Hostel Da Lat. Prices for a dorm bed typically start from US$20 per night.
- What are the top things to do in Da Lat?
- Must-do activities in Da Lat include Explore Da Lat Night Market for street food, Explore Da Lat Night Market for street food: banh trang nuong, grilled corn, soy milk, avocado ice cream, Go canyoning with Dalat Adventure Tours or Highland Sport Travel. There are 14 activities and experiences listed for backpackers.
