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Dalat is Vietnam’s premier hill station, which sprung up as a cool respite for the French from the stifling tropical heat of Ho Chi Minh City.

The area surrounding Dalat is extremely picturesque with many tiered plateaux whose perpetual spring-like climate is able to support a diversity of crops not generally associated with Vietnam.

French colonial influence

The French influence is evident in the hundreds of colonial villas dotted throughout the town in various states of repair. Aside from its colonial legacy, Dalat is considered by many Vietnamese to be the 'prettiest town in Vietnam'. It is a popular honeymoon spot due to its alpine landscape of pine forests, rolling hills and tranquil lakes.

Dalat Palace

Hotel Sofitel Dalat Palace, DalatAfter a morning of sightseeing or trekking you can enjoy afternoon tea and cakes on the impressive lawn of the Dalat Palace — once the center of colonial society, this recently refurbished property is a pleasant reminder of days gone by.

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    Places near Dalat

    Accommodation choices for Dalat

    We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Dalat. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.

    Ideas for experiencing Dalat

    Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Dalat, and which use the best local guides.

    • Pinhatt Mountain Trek
      View from Pinhatt. Dalat

      Pinhatt Mountain Trek

      Pinhatt Mountain Trek

      The first section of trail takes you along a gentle path through minority farms and pine forest, then continues through forest paths until you arrive at the base of Pinhatt.

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    • Tour of Dalat's highlights
      Dalat Railway Station

      Tour of Dalat's highlights

      Tour of Dalat's highlights

      Your guide will take you to see the sites which make Dalat arguably the most kitsch town in Southeast Asia.

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    • Rock climbing in Dalat
      Waterfall in Vietnam's Central Highlands

      Rock climbing in Dalat

      Rock climbing in Dalat

      There are a variety of routes within 10 kilometers of Dalat that range from easy for total novices to extremely difficult.

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