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📍 Hoi An

Lantern-lit old town and tailor shops.

CultureRomance🗓 2–3 days
Overview

Hoi An travel guide

Lantern-lit old town and tailor shops. Hoi An is one of the highlights of any trip to Vietnam, and most travellers spend around 2–3 days here.

Things to do

Top things to do in Hoi An

Culture

In Hoi An, explore temples, museums and the historic centre.

Romance

In Hoi An, wander romantic streets and soak up sunset views.

Getting around

How to reach & get around Hoi An

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Getting there

Most visitors arrive in Vietnam via Hanoi (HAN) / Ho Chi Minh (SGN), then continue to Hoi An by domestic flight, train, bus or road.

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Budget

Plan for roughly $25–$200 per day. See the full Vietnam budget guide.

Beyond Hoi An

Day trips & nearby places

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Hanoi

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Old Quarter chaos, lakes and egg coffee.

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Ha Long Bay

Ha Long Bay

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Limestone karsts on an overnight cruise.

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Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City

🗓 2 days

Buzzing southern hub and war history.

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FAQ

Hoi An travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Hoi An?
Most travellers spend 2–3 days in Hoi An — enough to see the highlights and explore temples, museums and the historic centre.
What is Hoi An known for?
Hoi An is especially good for culture, romance. Lantern-lit old town and tailor shops.
When is the best time to visit Hoi An?
The best time is generally Feb–Apr, Aug–Oct, in line with the rest of Vietnam.
How do you get to Hoi An?
Most visitors arrive via Hanoi (HAN) / Ho Chi Minh (SGN), then reach Hoi An by domestic flight, train, bus or road.
How much does Hoi An cost?
Budget around $25–$200 per person per day depending on your style.
Is Hoi An worth visiting?
Yes — Hoi An is one of the highlights of Vietnam, particularly if you enjoy culture, romance.