Guide to Vietnam Golden Bridge (Hands Bridge) in Ba Na Hills

A bridge held by two giant Buddha's hands passes through the clouds; that is the Golden Bridge (or Hands Bridge). When you saw photos of the Golden Bridge Vietnam online, you were probably blown away by its magic and sanctity. Like countless tourists from home and abroad, go and feel its charm, it will be an unforgettable experience. Before you go, check the detailed information and answers to frequently asked questions about the Hands Bridge.

What Is the Golden Bridge Vietnam Famous for?

At an altitude of about 1,400 meters above sea level in the Ba Na Hills, the Hands Bridge is 150 meters long and 12.8 meters wide, with an elegantly curved body and a golden color. Walking on the bridge is like strolling on a golden ribbon floating in the clouds, with magnificent mountain scenery at your feet. The two Buddha's hands are very realistic and make an extremely strong visual impact. The hands, which appear to be carved out of stone and be hundreds of years old, are actually made of fiberglass and wire mesh and were completed in 2018. The ancient appearance of the Buddha's hands contrasts with the golden color of the bridge, creating a sense of magic. Flower barriers have been set up on both sides, also providing visitors with an excellent photo opportunity.

Golden Bridge in Vietnam

Where Is the Golden Bridge in Vietnam?

The Golden Bridge is located in Ba Na Hills, Da Nang, Vietnam, about 23 kilometers away from downtown. The bridge stands halfway up Ba Na Hills and can be reached by cable car. The cable car network in Ba Na Hills was rated by CNN as one of the world's 10 most impressive cable car networks, with the largest elevation drop in the world. You can enjoy the pristine forests at your feet along the way.

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How to Get to the Golden Bridge?

Connected by a busy transport network, there are many ways to get to the Hands Bridge. You can take a train or bus to Da Nang city, then a 40-minute drive to the Ba Na Hills. There are also some flights if you want to get there as early as possible, with a one-hour drive to the Ba Na Hills. Apart from the taxi and shuttle bus, you can also try a motorbike ride to the hills. From the gate at the foot of the Ba Na Hills it is a 10 minute walk to Hoi An railway station to take the cable car to Marseille station, which is about 30 minutes away. Get off at Marseille station, walk through a garden and you can see the Golden Bridge.

Cable Car to Ba Na Hills

When Is the Best Time to Visit Golden Bridge?

By Month

For the clear sky of the fantastic scenery, you can visit the Hands Bridge from April to August when there is less rain and fog in Ba Na Hills, and you can easily get clearer pictures of the Golden Bridge. From September to December, there is short rainfall, sometimes with a little more fog on the mountain, but the Hands Bridge in the fog gives you a dreamlike and unreal feeling, which is very attractive. From January to March, there is quiet and peaceful with fewer crowds, with more opportunities to take photos, especially its two giant Buddha's hands have strong pathos.

By Day

Usually, the tour buses take a large number of tourists to Ba Na Hills around 9 am and the queue for the cable car becomes very long. If you arrive around 8 am, you can get on the cable car directly. Then please go straight to the Golden Bridge, there are few people on the bridge at this time, so you can get more satisfying photos.

Golden Bridge in the afternoon, then around 5 to 6 pm is the best time. The Golden Bridge is even more golden at sunset and its two Buddha's hands are sacred and awe-inspiring in the setting sun. In addition, by this time, many tourists have left Ba Na Hills and the bridge is not crowded.

How Much Is the Ticket Price?

To visit the Golden Bridge, you need to purchase a Ba Na Hills ticket, which costs approximately 36 USD for adults and 30 USD for children, covering cable cars, outdoor attractions including the Golden Bridge, and most of the indoor entertainment facilities. Tickets can be purchased at the ticket booths at the gate, and it is recommended to purchase tickets online in advance to avoid lines.

How Much Time Do I Need to Visit the Golden Bridge?

You will spend about 1-2 hours exploring and photographing the Golden Bridge, but with the time spent riding the cable car, and visiting the rest of the sights in Ba Na Hills, it will take you about a day in total.

What to Do After Visiting the Golden Bridge?

Ba Na Hills is one of the most famous amusement parks in Vietnam, besides the Golden Bridge, it has beautiful gardens, a French village, and lots of entertainment facilities.

After exploring the Hands Bridge, you can take a stroll through Le Jardin D'Amour Garden to see a wide variety of flowers or take the cable car at Debay Station to the mount top French village. If it is possible, try to get on the cable car before 2 pm to catch the daily dance show in the square at 2:30 pm.

When you get off at Morin station, you're in the French village, which has beautiful castles, a cathedral, and fountains. The village has some nice restaurants with French, Asian and Turkish food, you can enjoy lunch there and rest for a while. If you have children with you, you can go to Fantasy Park, where there are various entertainment facilities that children like very much.

French Village

Tips for Visiting the Golden Bridge

• If you want to avoid the crowds or get the best photo opportunities, try to avoid Vietnamese national holidays such as New Year's Day, Hung Kings Commemoration Day, Reunification Day, National Day, etc.
• The Hands Bridge is at a high elevation and the temperature there is lower than at the foot, so bring an extra jacket when you visit there in summer.
• Most of your time will be spent outdoors, so bring sunscreen and a hat.
• A pair of comfortable shoes is always a good idea for a visit to the Golden Bridge.
• If you want to spend the night in Ba Na Hills, Mercure Danang French Village, a 4-star hotel at the top of the mountain, offers comfortable accommodation, breakfast, spa, swimming pool, etc. You can look out over the city at night and enjoy the sunrise and sunset from there.

The Golden Bridge is definitely one of the most special and stunning bridges in the world, and is a must-hit attraction in Vietnam, don't miss it. Let Odynovo create travel plans and handle possible hassles for you, so you can enjoy your Vietnam tour to the fullest.