Why is Da Lat a cafe paradise?
Da Lat possesses a cool climate year-round, with an average temperature of 18–22°C, along with romantic morning fog — creating an ideal atmosphere to enjoy a cup of hot coffee. It is no surprise that this city has the highest density of cafes per capita in Vietnam.
Da Lat locals drink coffee not just to stay awake, but also to watch the clouds, listen to the rain, and look at the pine trees rustling in the wind. The cafe culture here is tied to a slow pace of life, with gentle acoustic music and steam rising from traditional phin filters.
10 unmissable cafes with beautiful views
1. Dalat Wonder Resort Cafe — View of vast pine hills
Located on a high hill in Ward 3 area, Wonder Resort Cafe allows you to sit amidst the pine forest and look down over the entire city. Early morning when dew still rests on the pine needles is the best time to visit.
2. The Married Beans Cafe — Retro style
The cafe is located in Ward 1 area, decorated in an old Saigon vintage style, with plenty of greenery and artistic photo corners. Coffee here is brewed traditionally, dripping slowly through a small phin filter.
3. Windmill Cafe — Flower fields and windmills
Located near Ward 7 area, Windmill brings a fairytale space with windmills and vibrant purple lavender fields. A super hot check-in spot during the flower blooming season.
4–10. Other memorable names
The Roots House Garden (Ward 10) with a wooden bridge spanning a koi pond, The Bloom Garden with a vibrant flower garden, Bazan Coffee with a modern industrial rooftop space, Soul Cafe hidden in a small alley in Ward 5, and Somewhere In Da Lat with a 360-degree view from the hilltop.
Tips for visiting cafes in Da Lat
You should visit in the morning (7–9h) to avoid crowds and catch the mist. On weekends, famous cafes are usually full after 10h AM. Bring a jacket because even if it is sunny, sitting outdoors is still quite chilly.
Coffee prices in Da Lat range from 35.000–80.000đ per cup; most cafes have stable Wi-Fi and scenery that is just as beautiful as cafes in major cities.
