Central Vietnam
Hoi An Ancient Town
Published on May 28, 2026
Overview
Hoi An Ancient Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site blending Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and European architecture.
What to Do
- Stroll the Old Town at night lit by thousands of silk lanterns
- Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, symbol of Hoi An
- Get clothes tailored in 24 hours at one of hundreds of skilled shops
- Take a cooking class learning Cao Lau and White Rose dumplings
- Rent a bike to An Bang and Cua Dai beaches
Best Time to Visit
February to April — dry, mild weather. Lantern Festival on the 14th of each lunar month.
Getting There
Fly into Da Nang (30 km) then taxi or bus.