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Vietnam Hội An travel guide
10 things to do in Hội An, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Hội An
- Japanese Bridge — bridge in Hoi An, Vietnam (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Precious Heritage Art Gallery Museum — museum located in Hoi An, Vietnam (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Hoi An Museum — history museum in Hội An, Vietnam (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Museum of Trade Ceramics — museum (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Quan Cong Temple (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Hoi An Park — urban park in Vietnam (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Tan Ky Old House — historic house museum in Hoi An, Vietnam (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Minh Huong Temple of Literature, Hoi An (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Evangelical Church of Hội An (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Citadel of Quang Nam (visit ≈ 60 min)
2-day Hội An walking itinerary
Starting point: Ancient Town. The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 2.9 km · 3,950 steps · 39 min on the way): Japanese Bridge → Hoi An Museum → Minh Huong Temple of Literature, Hoi An → Hoi An Park → Quan Cong Temple → Precious Heritage Art Gallery Museum → Museum of Trade Ceramics
- Day 2 (≈ 0.5 km · 720 steps · 8 min on the way): Tan Ky Old House
Hidden gems and overlooked spots in Hội An
- Cantonese Assembly Hall — Temple-hall founded by Chinese merchants near the Japanese Bridge, known for its dragon fountain and carved beams. (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Fujian Assembly Hall — The old town's grandest Chinese hall: a colourful gate, incense coils and an altar to the sea goddess. (visit ≈ 25 min)
Where to stay in Hội An
- Ancient Town: Lantern-lit lanes and historic houses; traffic is restricted.
- An Hoi: Across the river, with the night market and river-view hotels.
- An Bang Beach: An easy-going beach a short bike ride from town, with seafood shacks.
Getting from the airport to Hội An
- Da Nang (DAD): No rail link; taxi, Grab or shuttle ≈ 45 min.
Getting around
The Ancient Town is best on foot; bikes are ideal for the beach and villages. Use Grab for longer rides.
Classic places to eat
- Bánh Mì Phượng: World-famous bánh mì; expect a queue at lunch.
- Bánh Mì Madam Khánh: A small shop known as the “Banh Mi Queen”.
- Cơm Gà Bà Buội: Hội An chicken rice for decades.
- Morning Glory: Ms Vy’s classic restaurant serving street-food recipes.
- Bale Well: Grilled pork and rice-paper wraps beside a historic well.
- Reaching Out Teahouse: A silent teahouse run by a hearing-impaired team.
- Mót Hội An: Famous herbal lemon drink with small sweets.
Romantic views
- Hoai River (Evening): Lantern boats and candles floating on the water.
- Japanese Covered Bridge (Evening): The town’s 400-year-old symbol, lit up at night.
- An Bang Beach (Sunrise): A quiet beach with fishing boats at sunrise.
- Tra Que Vegetable Village (Early morning): Green gardens and rice fields reached by bike.
Day trips
- Mỹ Sơn — 26 km from the centre
Good to know before visiting Hội An
- Fine: Drug offences carry extremely severe penalties, including death.
- Fine: E-cigarettes and heated tobacco have been banned since 2025.
- Fine: Photographing military sites, borders and government buildings is prohibited.
- Fine: Drones require a permit.
- Warning: Political criticism and unauthorised protests can be prosecuted.
- Warning: Cross through motorbike traffic slowly and steadily; riding needs a valid licence.
- Emergency: police 113, ambulance 115, fire 114
- Plugs: A/C/F, 220V
- Tap water: Don't drink tap water; use bottled.
- Tipping: Tipping is optional but appreciated in tourist areas.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Vietnam, Wikivoyage — Vietnam, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Hội An travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Hội An?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Add extra days for day trips (Mỹ Sơn).
- What are the top things to do in Hội An?
- Highlights: Japanese Bridge, Precious Heritage Art Gallery Museum, Hoi An Museum, Museum of Trade Ceramics and Quan Cong Temple. The map has 10 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Hội An?
- Ancient Town: Lantern-lit lanes and historic houses; traffic is restricted. Other options: An Hoi and An Bang Beach.
- How do you get from the airport to Hội An city centre?
- Da Nang (DAD): No rail link; taxi, Grab or shuttle ≈ 45 min.
- How do you get around Hội An?
- The Ancient Town is best on foot; bikes are ideal for the beach and villages. Use Grab for longer rides.
- What is the emergency number in Hội An?
- Emergency: police 113, ambulance 115, fire 114.
- Do you tip in Hội An?
- Tipping is optional but appreciated in tourist areas.
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