AsiaHoi An
Silk lanterns, riverine street food, and bespoke tailoring.
Why visit
01 / 10The case for going
Hoi An, once a bustling trading port between the 15th and 19th centuries, preserved its unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese influences unlike any other city in Vietnam.
Its UNESCO-listed Ancient Town remains car-free, a living museum of ornate merchant houses, pagodas, and a covered Japanese bridge, where lanterns glow nightly and tailors craft custom suits in a day.
What to do
02 / 10Ways to spend a day
Activities €50–100 total
- 01Commission custom clothing from a Hoi An tailor. Book on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)
- 02Cycle through rice paddies to An Bang Beach for sunset. Book on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)
- 03Learn to cook local dishes in a riverside class. Book on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)
- 04Explore the caves and pagodas of the Marble Mountains. Book on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)
- 05Ride a scooter or hire a car for the scenic Hai Van Pass. Book on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)
- 06Take an evening boat ride on the Thu Bon River with floating lanterns. Book on GetYourGuide (opens in a new tab)
Book activities & tickets
Silk lanterns, riverine street food, and bespoke tailoring.
Where to stay
03 / 10The right base
Accommodation €30–70/night
In Hoi An
Hoi An Ancient Town
central and walkable, cafés and shops on every lane
Cam Chau
peaceful residential area, easy cycle to old town
In An Bang
An Bang Beach
beachside vibe, fresh seafood, ideal for quiet evenings
Find a place to stay
How to get there
04 / 10Easiest way in
How to get around
05 / 10Once you land
The Ancient Town is walkable, and bicycles are ideal for exploring rice paddies and nearby beaches. For day trips to Da Nang or the Hai Van Pass, scooters (around 5-8 EUR/day) or Grab cars are common.
Get around
What to eat
06 / 10Order this
Food €15–30/day
- TasteAtlas (opens in a new tab)
Cao Lau
pork noodle bowl
- TasteAtlas (opens in a new tab)
White Rose Dumplings
translucent shrimp dumplings
- TasteAtlas (opens in a new tab)
Banh Mi Phuong
crispy baguette sandwich
- TasteAtlas (opens in a new tab)
Com Ga Hoi An
shredded chicken rice
- TasteAtlas (opens in a new tab)
Mi Quang
turmeric noodle soup
By the numbers
07 / 10Cards on the table
Safety index
75/100
General guide, not advisory data
Best seasons
Spring · Fall
When it's at its best
Stay for
5 days
The sweet spot
Daily spend
$$
Mid-range
How to fit in
08 / 10Read the room
The Ancient Town lights up with silk lanterns after dusk, making evening strolls particularly atmospheric. Rise early for market life and quieter streets before the main crowds arrive, and enjoy Vietnamese coffee breaks throughout the day.
How to pack
09 / 10What goes in the bag
Best in Spring
Spring: warm and dry days around 25-30C, comfortable evenings, low humidity.
- light, breathable clothing for heat
- broken-in shoes for walking
- swimwear for the beach
- small backpack for day trips
- a light scarf or sarong for sun protection
How to prepare
10 / 10The boring bits
Three things worth sorting before you fly.
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