Spanning downtown Da Nang, Vietnam, the Han River Bridge (Song Han Bridge) is a cable-stayed swing bridge that links Le Duan Street with Pham Van Dong Street. Engineered and built by Vietnamese engineers and partially funded by local donors, it opened on March 29, 2000, as the first modern bridge to jumpstart major economic development on both banks of the Han River. Today, it remains a proud symbol featured prominently on the city's logo.
As you explore the area, you will be visiting the only operating swing bridge in Vietnam. Its symmetrical cable-stayed design features a steel swing span measuring 122.7 meters (403 feet) long that rotates smoothly on a circular turntable central pier, alongside fixed concrete spans. It is a striking piece of local history and a vibrant element of the modern cityscape.
When night falls, you can watch the entire structure light up brightly across the water. Late at night, vehicular traffic is halted so the bridge can swing open on its axis to let river shipping traffic pass through, offering a unique spectacle in the heart of the city.
What to see at Han River Bridge
- Vietnam's only operating swing bridge
- First bridge engineered and built by Vietnamese engineers in Da Nang
- Brightly lit structure at night
- 122.7-meter steel cable-stayed swing span that rotates on a central pier
- Historic link connecting downtown Le Duan Street to Pham Van Dong Street
Visiting tips
Arrive before 10:45 pm on weekends to secure a view before traffic stops and the bridge swings open at 11:00 pm.
How long: 1 hour · Best time: Late evening
How to get there & what’s nearby
Han River Bridge is easy to reach on Da Nang’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Mỹ Sơn and Dragon River Bridge. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Da Nang travel guide.
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