Hoi An
Vietnam
- Safety rating
- 8.3/10
- Best time to visit
- February to May brings warm, dry weather; the town can flood during the autumn rainy season.
- Population
- 0.1M
Overview
Hoi An is a beautifully preserved UNESCO-listed trading port whose lantern-lit old town glows along a gentle river. Tailor shops, ochre merchant houses, and a famous Japanese covered bridge make it Vietnam's most romantic town. Riverside lanterns and floating candles create a magical evening atmosphere.
Top attractions
Wander the lantern-lit Ancient Town, the Japanese Covered Bridge, the night market, and nearby An Bang Beach.
Getting around
The old town is pedestrian-only and walkable, with bicycles ideal for reaching the nearby beach.