Da Nang, Vietnam’s central coastal city, offers moderate Muslim-friendly facilities. Home to a Cham Muslim community, the city has basic halal infrastructure and excellent beaches. While more limited than Ho Chi Minh City, Muslim travelers can find halal options with some planning. See our halal food guides for dining options. Explore halal food in Danang for more information. Explore Muslim travelers for more information.
Muslim-Friendly Score: 5/10
Da Nang provides basic options:
- 2+ mosques in the city
- 20+ halal restaurants
- Cham Muslim community: Indigenous Muslims
- Seafood abundance: Safe option
- Growing tourism: Developing infrastructure
Best Muslim-Friendly Areas
City Center
Most options:
- Near main mosque
- Some halal restaurants
- Convenient location
My Khe Beach Area
Tourist zone:
- Limited halal but some options
- Hotel restaurants may accommodate
- Seafood abundant
Hoi An (nearby)
Day trip destination:
- Some halal options
- Cham community presence
- 30km from Da Nang
The Cham Muslim Community
Vietnam’s indigenous Muslims:
- 1,000+ years of history
- Central Vietnam heartland
- Unique culture: Blend of traditions
- Welcoming to visiting Muslims
Halal Food Options
Halal Restaurants
Limited but available:
- Indian restaurants: Most reliable
- Middle Eastern: Some options
- Cham restaurants: Authentic local
Seafood
Best natural option:
- Fresh from the sea
- Grilled simply: Avoid sauces with alcohol
- Beach restaurants: Abundant choices
- Morning markets: Fresh catch
Vietnamese Adapted
With caution:
- Pho: Ask for no meat or verify halal
- Banh mi: Vegetarian versions available
- Spring rolls: Fresh vegetable safe
Mosques in Da Nang
Da Nang Mosque
Main facility:
- Central location
- Cham Muslim community
- Visitors welcome
- Friday prayers
Other Prayer Spaces
- Smaller musallas
- Community-run
- Ask locally for locations
Near Tourist Attractions
My Khe Beach
- Seafood restaurants available
- Limited dedicated halal
- Beautiful coastline
Marble Mountains
- No halal at site
- Pack snacks
- Return to city for meals
Ba Na Hills
- Very limited halal
- Pack food for day trip
- Cable car experience
Hoi An Day Trip
- Some halal restaurants
- Ancient town atmosphere
- Cham community presence
Practical Tips
- Seafood focus: Abundant and safe
- Cham community: Unique Muslim culture
- Indian restaurants: Most reliable halal
- Pack for day trips: Limited at attractions
- Mosque visit: Experience Cham Islam
- Beach seafood: Fresh daily
- Hoi An: Include in itinerary
- Hotel requests: Ask in advance
- Vegetarian backup: Always available
- Less developed: Than HCMC for halal