Dalat is the best mountain resort for tourists in Vietnam. As soon as I arrived in Dalat I fell in love with the fresh climate and the breathable air that go with the altitude.
I recommend you go round the artificial lake first and then visit the market. I tried some strawberries and blackberries that were as big as they were delicious. A treat that you shouldn't miss for anything. I also visited the numerous famous colonial buildings such as the golf club, the convent, Yersin school, the cathedral, the governor's residence, the villas and, the star of the show, the superb station. Once I had finished this pleasant task I went off on a scooter. Dalat's surroundings are perfect for enjoyable trips during which I found some pretty villages, beautiful waterfalls...
In brief, I had a great stay in Dalat and I definitely recommend you go and have a good time in this famous resort.
Dalat is high in the mountains and surrounded by green hills. I have to say that Dalat is full of tourists, as many foreigners as there are Vietnamese. The fresh mountain climate is very attractive. There's plenty of opportunity to party in the town's bars which have something for everyone. In the centre of Dalat there is lake Xuan Huong which is a pleasant place for a walk. And right next to it are the really colourful botanical gardens.
Dalat's French quarter is full of charming colonial style houses and villas. It has a good view of Dalat, its lake and its famous "Eiffel Tower".
What I liked best at Dalat wasn't the town itself but its surroundings. Dalat is a great place for nature lovers. It has parks, lakes, waterfalls and lots of rural villages to visit. I went to Lat where the ethnic minorities live. The people were really nice and I liked it a lot.
Don't leave without trying Dalat's famous wine, which I think is the best you can find in this country.
I liked the city of Dalat mainly for its cake shops. I tested a lot of them in different places and I was never disappointed. I found it pleasant to get lost in the streets whilst exploring on foot as it is not easy in traffic.
I was especially interested in visiting the Mad House. The architecture and design are amazing, I almost believed I was in Spain in front of a Gaudi. I had not seen anything like it during my trip to Vietnam, it is very impressive. The place attracts many visitors, mostly Vietnamese. I stayed for at least 2 hours.
I also enjoyed hiring a motorbike and walking through the surrounding valleys to the lake. The route is really pleasant, even though there are a number of difficult areas. The view is not among the most beautiful that I have seen in Vietnam but it is still, nevertheless a good memory. I found some small isolated corners where I could observe children playing or fishing.