Travel Guides To Hoi An Ancient Town – Top Things To Do

One of the most famous ancient cities in Vietnam is Hoi An Ancient Town. However, do you know much about Hoi An? Or are you a first-time travelers? Do not worry! Sun Getaways Travel will introduce all about Hoi An Ancient Town to you. Let’s take a look!

Hoi An Ancient Town Introduction

Hoi An Ancient Town is a beautiful and peaceful city in Quang Nam province. It has an area of up to 61,71 square kilometers. The town is built with 13 administrative divisions including 9 wards: Thanh Ha, Cam Chau, Cam An, Cam Nam, Tan An, Son Phong, Cua Dai, Minh An, Cam Pho; and 4 communes: Cam Thanh, Cam Kim, Cam Ha, Tân Hiệp Island – Ca Lao Cham.

Moreover, the town has a long-standing history associated with the development of central Vietnam. It has a mysterious ancient beauty that makes tourists curious. There are classic houses with yellow golden walls and red clay roofs. Moreover, plenty of houses with unique architectures are the cross-cultural result between Vietnam, Japan, and China.

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Where is Hoi An Ancient Town located?

Hoi An Ancient Town Vietnam is located on the Thu Bon River downstream, near the coastal city of Da Nang – Quang Nam Province, central Vietnam. This place used to be a significant port city in the 15th-16th centuries between Vietnam and other countries such as China, France, etc.

Best Time to Visit Hoi An

The best time to visit Hoi An is from February to April. This is during the dry season when the weather is mild and pleasant. Moreover, you will not have to face heavy rainy days. Even though not many people travel to Hoi An, it is still worth visiting this time because it is less crowded and convenient to discover the surroundings.

Furthermore, June is also an ideal time to visit Hoi An. This is a high influx of tourists traveling to the ancient town. At this time, people love going to the beach, wandering around the town to admire the beauty, and feeling the sunshine.

In contrast, December and January are not recommended for tourists to make a trip to Hoi An. This is the rainy season, so the atmosphere is extremely cold and humid. The average temperature is only 22 Celcius degrees.

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How to Get to Hoi An Ancient Town?

To travel to Hoi An Ancient Town, there are several means of transportation for you to use. For example, if you are living quite far from Hoi An, you can take a train, a bus, or a flight to Danang city first (Chu Lai Airport or Danang International Airport will be arrival spots for those booking a flight). Then, you can rent another vehicle to get to Hoi An. Also, the Hoi An Ancient town entrance fee is free. Hence, do not worry about it!

When reaching Hoi An Ancient Town, it is convenient to rent a motorbike or a bicycle to wander around and admire the ancient beauty. The rental cost ranges from 40,000 VNd for bicycles and between 120.000 VND and 150.000 VND per motorbike. Especially, you will have an authentic experience when making the trip around Hoi An and observing the local life by cyclo.

Things to Do in Hoi An Ancient Town

Tourists traveling to Hoi An have a bunch of interesting activities to try. Please follow the below information and plan the best schedule for yourself!

Wander around the town

Firstly, it will be a big loss if you do not spend time exploring every corner of Hoi An. A large number of ancient yellow houses and architecture appear in front of your eyes. There is a complex of Chinese temples, French-colonial accommodations, and old canals.

Besides, you should not miss the chance to check in at the hottest symbol of Hoi An – Japanese Covered Bridge. Or you can go window shopping at wooden shop buildings. There are a lot of interesting wooden products in different shapes for you to see. Especially, the town will become sparkling at night with thousands of lanterns illuminated on every road and corner. 

Discover craft villages

Another choice of tourists when making a trip to Hoi An is to visit traditional craft villages. For instance, Kim Bong Carpentry Village is not a strange name for visitors these days. People come here to see how talented carpenters are when they produce incredible furniture and other items for mini replicas of Hoi An and Vietnam’s typical buildings.

Besides, Tra Que Herb Village is a famous location often listed in tourists’ Hoi An traveling schedule. People coming there can learn more about the locals’  agricultural techniques. Also, if you still have time, you can try visiting  Thanh Ha Pottery Village and Phuoc Kieu Bronze Casting Village to experience more exciting activities.

Visit Hoi An Ancient Town night markets

Hoi An night markets are places that tourists should not miss when planning a trip to the ancient town. The market is opened on the 300-meter-long Nguyen Hoang Street with vibrant stalls selling souvenirs, food, and handmade jewelry. Moreover, the market will become a romantic beautiful place with many vibrant lanterns on the road. This vibe is extremely suitable for couples on dates.

Register for a cooking class

Last but not least, do not miss the boat to experience Hoi An cooking class. This is the time for tourists to learn how to cook local dishes such as Quang noodles, and Cao Lau. Also, learners will have a chance to go to the markets, bargain, find materials, and practice cooking. In the end, they will taste their dishes and feel the flavorful fresh ingredients that they have chosen from the bustling markets. If you are lucky enough, you will have an opportunity to experience a boat trip from Hoi An cooking classes.

Where to Stay in Hoi An?

As one of the top tourist attractions in central Vietnam, a lot of hotels, homestays, and resorts are ready to serve you. Here is the list of Hoi An Ancient Town accommodations that you can refer to choose from: 

• Kiman Hoi An Hotel and Spa;
• Lazy Bear Hostel;
• Vietnam Backpacker Hostels – Hoi An;
• Golden Pearl Hoi An Hotel;
• Cozy Hoian Boutique Villas;
• Pham Gia Boutique Villa;
• The Seaside Bungalow;
• La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa;
• Hoi An Silk Marina Resort and Spa.

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What to Eat in Hoi An?

Hoi An is famous for several dishes due to its unique flavors. For example, if you are a first-time visitor, do not forget to try Banh mim Quang noodles, Cao Lau, chicken rice, and water fern cake! Or you can try the best street food in Hoi An ancient town like Banh Mi. All dishes are delectable and can make you mouth-watering immediately.

Travel Tips to Hoi An Ancient Town

Here are different tips for you before going on Hoi An tours:

• You can discover Hoi An more easily when wearing walking shoes;
• You will experience the best activity ever if you visit in the evenings for lantern light-ups and workshops;
• You can rent a bike to discover nearby beaches such as My Khe Beach;
• Do not throw garbage on the road! Put them in the garbage can instead!

Conclusion

In conclusion, Hoi An Ancient Town not only has plenty of places for people to discover and a mul-ti cultural cuisines as well. Sun Getaways Travel has just shared you with all the detailed information about Hoi An Ancient town. We wish you the best Hoi An town. Good luck!