HoiAn


whereQuang Nam Province

Hoi An is a pretty town, located in central Vietnam, 3 hours drive from Hue.

The old town of Hoi An is particularly well preserved. It is a unique place in Vietnam where several cultures mix: Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and European. It has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999.

The fusion of cultures in Hoi An can be seen in the original architecture of houses, temples, bridges, communal houses, the way of life of the inhabitants and in its varied gastronomy. What makes Hoi An the great favorite of a large number of travelers.


when The best time to visit Hoi An

In terms of climatic conditions, the best time to go to Hoi An is between February and May. By the way, the best months to visit Hoi An are March and April, but you can also see Hoi An from June to August if you don’t mind the heat.

In Hoi An, the temperature rarely drops below 20 degrees during the day, even during the rainy season. The maximum temperature is on average 29°C (23°C in January to 33°C in June).


what2see What to see, what to do…?

The old town of Hoi An is very small and you can tour the various sites on foot or by bicycle. Despite its small size, there are plenty of things to see and do in Hoi An: enjoy the charm of the old town with its ocher walls, the green of the rice fields and the blue of the beaches. Hoi An brings together all the colors of Vietnam in one place!

Top 8 things to do in Hoi An:

  • Cross the Japanese bridge-pagoda, the old Tân Kỷ house (one of the most beautiful architectural structures in Hoi An) and the common house of the Chinese congregation of Fujian.
  • Wander the streets of the old town.
  • Take a night walk under the lanterns.
  • Have custom made clothes as well as leather shoes and/or bags.
  • Tasting of typical dishes and a cooking class.
  • Visit the gallery-museum of Vietnamese ethnic groups in Réhahn.
  • Visit the ecological village of Trà Quế and the surrounding rice fields by bike.
  • Relax on the beautiful beach of An Bang.