Top Things to Do in Dalat, Vietnam, Dalat, Vietnam

It takes some effort and a few dongs to get to Dalat, but if you are on the run from the unbearable heat of Vietnam’s lowland coastline, this is the place to be.

Dubbed the 'City of Eternal Spring,' Dalat is a honeymoon destination for the locals and a nature escape for adventure-seeking western travellers. And here’s our take on the top things to do in Dalat, a former French resort often referred to as ‘Le Petit Paris.’

Nestled in the Central Highlands, Dalat is unlike any other city in Vietnam. The combination of the cooler climate and exciting hilly surroundings makes it the perfect getaway from sizzling hot cities.

The lower temperatures also make it easier and more enjoyable to explore the city on foot or bike as well as hike the tallest peak in the area, which we highly recommend.

Although swamped with coach tours, Truc Lam Pagoda, overlooking Tuyen Lam Lake is still one of the top things to do in Dalat. The pagoda is an active monastery where the Truc Lam ritual practised by monks dates back to the 1200s. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).