A walking tour of Da Nang's main tourist district near My Khe Beach, recorded on February 23, 2026, documents recent changes including new shops, restaurants, and bars. The video highlights the newly developed Barrett Zone, a nighttime entertainment area with live music on Tuesdays and Saturdays, though breakfast spots are still missing. Notable openings include Papa Steak on DBA Street and a clothing store offering big sizes. A new Solis Hotel is under construction, potentially blocking beach views from a nearby building. The area remains lively with many new businesses, though some familiar spots have closed. The tour also covers practical tips: pharmacies are plentiful but serious medications should be brought from home with prescriptions, and hard drugs carry severe penalties in Southeast Asia. The overall vibe is one of rapid development and increasing options for visitors and residents alike.
Key Facts
- Barrett Zone is a new nighttime entertainment area with live music on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
- A new Solis Hotel is under construction and may block beach views from a nearby building.
- Papa Steak has opened on DBA Street in a location that was previously a coffee shop and then a clothing store.
- A clothing store on DBA Street offers big sizes for larger customers.
- Hard drugs carry severe penalties including death penalty in Vietnam; even prescription ADHD medication like Adderall may be illegal in some Asian countries.
