Which Da Nang beach is better and less crowded — My Khe or Tien Sa (Son Tra Peninsula)?

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TL;DR

Tien Sa beach on the Son Tra Peninsula is quieter and less crowded — a Grab motorbike ride from the city center costs about 40,000 VND (~$1.6); My Khe beach in the center is busier but gets noticeably nicer if you ride a scooter further along the coastline.

What the community said

The main crossroads near My Khe beach is constantly packed with people taking photos — apparently a trend started by a Korean video/influencer, and tourists have been copying the shot ever since, even though the spot itself isn't particularly scenic.

Crossroads near My Khe Beach

Other travelers confirm the crossroads near My Khe isn't visually impressive, but it has become a popular photo spot regardless.

If you ride a scooter further along the coast from the city center, My Khe beach becomes noticeably nicer and less crowded than the busiest central stretch.

My Khe Beach (further section)

As an alternative, travelers recommend Tien Sa beach on the Son Tra Peninsula — it's calmer than My Khe. You can get there via a Grab motorbike taxi from the city center for about 40,000 VND (~$1.6).

Tien Sa Beach, Son Tra Peninsula, ~40,000 VND