Hoi An old town. What interesting things can you see in Hoi An? What to see in Hoi An

Today I invite you to walk with me through the old town of Hoi An (Vietnam), get ready, there will be a lot of photos :)

Hoi An Old Town, Vietnam

Hoi An- a city in central Vietnam, several centuries ago it was a major trading center in Southeast Asia and an important port of the South China Sea, and now it is city ​​museum under open air , in which ancient buildings have been preserved almost untouched, 844 of them have historical value. Hoi An City has been included in the list since 1999 world heritage UNESCO. Hoi An - sample trading city Southeast Asia 16th - 17th centuries, a city frozen for centuries :)

Hoi An is also a city of colorful lanterns with which houses, cafes, restaurants, shops, trees and city streets are romantically decorated :)

Soon I will definitely write an article with all the useful information about the city of Hoi An: how to get there, where to live, what to get around, where to eat and how much it all costs, but for now let's just Let's take a walk around the old town.

The city of Hoi An is so extraordinary that you can walk around it endlessly. We lived in the old town for four days and every day I enjoyed leisurely walks through the sights of Hoi An.

The city of Hoi An is quite small, and the old part of Hoi An can generally be walked around in a couple of hours, but walking here is very pleasant, even despite the May heat of +40 :) It’s the same as in Lviv, I can come countless times: it seems that you know every house, every coffee shop, every pub, but you still come and every time you enjoy the atmosphere, a leisurely walk and delicious food.

Cost of visiting Hoi An attractions

Before you start walking around the old town of Hoi An, you should buy tickets to visit attractions: some ancient houses, temples, meeting halls, communities, workshops, etc. There are twenty-two paid attractions in the old town.

Tickets are sold at these booths and at the information center. There are several of them around the old city.

A set of tickets to visit any 5 attractions costs 120,000 VND (~$6). When visiting, one ticket is cut off.

There, be sure to take a map of the old city. You won’t get lost in the city, but with a map it will at least be more or less clear which house is a museum and which is just a store or gallery :)

I just noticed that on the tickets it says that the ticket is valid for 24 hours. But there is no date on the ticket itself, and I used the ticket for all three days :) At first we got excited and bought a ticket for 5 attractions for each of us. As a result, Lesha refused to walk with me in the 40-degree heat and sat out in the hotel room during the day, so all 10 tickets went to me! But I must say that I have 3 tickets out of 10 left, i.e. I visited only 7 paid attractions in Hoi An :)

The fact is that all the houses and temples in the old city are very similar. If you, like me, are not particularly versed in architecture, then of course there is no point in visiting all 22 paid attractions of Hoi An. It’s better to just walk around the city, or even better, sit in a cafe and drink cold coffee or beer and watch the tourists :) But let’s not get ahead of ourselves, I’ll tell you about delicious food and drink in the next article.

Japanese bridge

No matter where you live, when walking through the old part of the city you will definitely come to the Japanese Bridge. Japanese covered bridge - a symbol of Hoi An, it is even depicted on the city’s coat of arms.

The Japanese Bridge was built by the Japanese living in Hoi An in 1593 to connect two shopping districts: Japanese and Chinese. The Japanese bridge is not a bridge over the Thubon River, but over a small river.

The Vietnamese are big fans of all kinds of legends and, of course, there is a legend associated with the symbol of Hoi An - the Japanese Bridge. This is a legend about a terrible huge monster that once lived in this world. The monster was so huge that its head was in India, its tail in Japan, and its body in Vietnam. When this monster began to move, all sorts of disasters occurred in Vietnam: hurricanes, typhoons, earthquakes. People decided to destroy this monster by building a bridge at its weakest point. Now there is an altar for prayer on the bridge.

There is a fee to cross the Japanese bridge (one of the tickets is torn off). But don’t worry, you can get to another part of the old town of Hoi An via a small bridge nearby :) Otherwise, at first I thought that every time I walked back and forth I would have to pay for the entrance :)

Quan Cong Temple

The oldest operating temple in Hoi An is Quan Cong Temple) was built by the Chinese in 1653. The temple is very small, I’m not even sure if it’s worth spending a ticket on it.

This one is located ancient temple opposite the central market, next to the building Minh Huong Communal house(1820). Minh Huong House served as a community house where members of the community gathered for meetings. By the way, representatives of the Minh Huong community still live in Hoi An.

Hoi An History and Culture Museum

But in a small Hoi An History and Culture Museum I advise you to take a look. The museum was opened in 1989 in an old religious building. The museum stores ancient objects, ceramic dishes, tools and other household items found during excavations. It turns out that the city of Hoi An is very, very old, he more than 2000 years! Since the 2nd century, Hoi An was the center and major port city of the Cham civilization, and traders from different regions came here.

In the 15th century, Hoi An was chosen by the Chinese and Japanese, and corresponding districts were formed in the city. The Chinese built houses and temples in their own style, which can still be seen in the city today.

Phuc Kien Assembly Hall

Beautiful Phuc Kien meeting hall built in Chinese style in 1757. Intended to meet the Chinese living in Hoi An. A temple was built here in honor of the sea goddess Thien Hau.

Phuc Kien Assembly Hall. Video

Quang Trieu Assembly Hall

Cantonese Community Meeting House is located right next to the Japanese Bridge. A very beautiful Chinese style house built in 1887. The interior of the temple, the paintings, and the very well-groomed grounds are impressive. There is a nice fountain with dragons in front of the temple entrance. Of all the paid attractions in Hoi An, Quang Trieu Assembly Hall is must see!

Streets of the old city

The houses in the old town of Hoi An are built in Chinese style. These are mainly two-story houses, on the ground floor of which there is a store or cafe, and the second floor is reserved for residential premises.

Hoi An houses are painted bright yellow, and sometimes there are nice combinations of yellow and blue 🙂 Beautiful... 🙂

Embankment of the Thu Bon River

One of the most pleasant places to walk in Hoi An is the Thu Bon River embankment. It is especially pleasant to stroll here in the pre-sunset hours, when coolness descends on the city, traders lay out their wares for sale, souvenir shops and shops open, cozy cafes invite you for a cup of coffee or an aperitif. Many restaurants have happy hours from 5 to 7 pm - when you order one cocktail, you get the second one for free.

It begins to get dark, numerous lanterns light up, the city transforms and becomes even more romantic.

Hoi An Old Town. Video

Take a walk with us through the streets of the old town of Hoi An and enjoy the atmosphere of this romantic city. Watch the video:

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Let's face it - Hoi An with its restored old houses, hundreds of shops and temples - most interesting place! Now protected by UNESCO, once the main Vietnamese shopping mall silk, porcelain, pepper, cinnamon and medicinal plants, Hoi An is a wonderful and unusual city. And here are the attractions you can find here:

Hoi An Old Town

Traces of Hoi An's thriving 16th- and 17th-century southeast Asian trading port are today concentrated in the Old Town, an open-air museum whose architecture is a unique blend of East and West. The area's architectural heritage includes Chinese temples, a Japanese bridge, pagodas, wooden houses, French colonial houses and old canals. Although the large-scale trading activities have long since moved to another location, this part is still of great interest.

Two facts about Hoi An Old Town are that it is very small, so you can easily get around it on foot, and the traffic is quite adequate compared to other larger cities in Vietnam.
Some streets of the Old Town are only allowed to be traveled on foot, by bicycle or motorcycle, while others are only allowed on foot. These factors make the Old City even more attractive to most travelers, especially those coming from frenetic Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi.

Many of the buildings in the Old Town were built over a hundred years ago and are “very Chinese”. Particularly charming are the wooden signs with the names of shops and hotels, with gilded Chinese characters - this reflects the fact that quite a lot of Chinese have lived in Hoi An since ancient times. Traditions are still alive in the Old Town.
Even though many old shops have been converted into modern boutiques for tourists, including countless tailor shops, souvenir shops, art galleries, restaurants and cafes, they have all been remodeled very carefully in a way that retains the spirit of yesteryear.

Hoi An Riverside

The coastal strip of Hoi An (Riverside) is very beautiful, especially at night as it is lit with quaint old-fashioned lanterns, making the area atmospheric and very romantic.
Of all the east-west streets in Old Town, Riverside is the busiest. The traditional buildings and shops of this avenue have welcomed foreign merchants since the days when the city was known as Hai Pho ("seaside town"). Currently, the street only welcomes tourists. Riverside's architecture seems to be untouched by time - buildings up to 200 years old and a wonderful mixture of Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and colonial styles. Those who would like to see the oldest buildings should go further inland, where they can find, for example, a 15th century pagoda.

Michon Sanctuary (Mỹ Sơn)

Michonne is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This is a great example of architecture ancient civilization Champa (or Champa), which once occupied the territory of the central and southern part of Vietnam.

Michonne is a complex that was a political center and a royal burial ground. The complex consisted of more than 70 buildings dedicated to Hindu gods and goddesses (for example, Shiva, the patron deity of the kings of Champa). Michon's buildings are made of red brick and sandstone, everything is very skillful and delicate - just a miracle! Like many historical places throughout the world, Michon was destroyed by time and wars and was forgotten for many years, until it was remembered and restored by the French in 1898. Unfortunately, one of the last wars caused great damage to the complex - the Americans bombed this area, because they knew that the Viet Cong were hiding there (they, poor things, believed that the enemies would not encroach on the holy places, but no!)

However, most of the central complex has survived, and the destroyed parts have already been restored.

Overall, this sanctuary is reminiscent of other similar sites in Southeast Asia, such as Angkor Wat in Cambodia. You should definitely visit Michonne and touch the history. Temple complex open all year round. Best time To visit - early in the morning, before it gets too hot and before there are crowds.

Location: in a valley in Duy Tan, Duy Xuyen district, Quang Nam province (about 40 km from Hoi An)

Hoi An Central Market

With the wafting aroma of herbs and spices and the vibrant colors of Vietnamese silk, this market is definitely a sight to behold. Prices here are, however, inflated, especially at the kiosks closer to the entrance, so make your way deeper into the bazaar to make the best purchase.

The market sells a lot of food: spices, exotic fresh fruits and vegetables, a huge selection of fresh fish.
The market is famous for its tailors, who can sew you a suit very quickly, in less than a day. Souvenir shops and shops of local hunters and artisans - all this is also here. The market is open throughout the day, but it is better to come in the morning. They start selling fish around 7:00, as fishermen just bring their catch - an opportunity to buy the freshest fish. Wear closed shoes to the market as the market floor is often wet and sticky, especially if you visit the fish section.
And sometimes it smells just disgusting here (especially where they sell meat), but, nevertheless, it’s quite a sight! Well, yes, be prepared to bargain. The first price named by the merchant will definitely be inflated, and specifically so. Do we need it? We bargain until we lose our pulse, otherwise we’ll leave all the money there!

Location: on Nguyen Hue and Tran Phu streets, on the banks of the Thu Bon River

Hoi An Museum of History & Culture

Most of the museum's objects date from the 16th to 18th centuries, although exhibits represent historical and cultural events before and after those turbulent trading years. The museum contains a collection of ceramics and historical photographs and drawings, and a number of Cham artifacts, including bronze temple bells and gongs.

The museum is located in the picturesque Quan Am Pagoda, one of the oldest in Vietnam (it was built in 1653). Overall, the museum's relics cover 2,000 years of Hoi An's history.
The museum also offers interesting information heritage of this region, including here you will learn more about traditional funeral rites (and look at very old tombs). Some exhibits have explanations in English, but not very detailed, so it would be wise to bring your own guidebook.

Opening hours: 8:00 - 17:00

Location: 7 Nguyen Hue

I went to Hoi An for one day, but stayed there for a month... In my opinion, an Asian city is a noisy anthill with frantic traffic on the streets, odorous food and barracks adjacent to high-rise buildings. Imagine my surprise when I saw Hoi An.

Old cobbled streets, neat two-story houses with tiled roofs, cute cafes, workshops and art galleries - this is Hoi An, a typical port city of the 16th-18th centuries. The first impression when you find yourself in the center is that you are not in Asia, but in Europe.

This the only city in Vietnam, which survived the war. The entire center is protected by UNESCO, more than 800 objects: temples, houses and bridges are of historical significance.

Hoi An is considered a tourist mecca for Europeans and Americans. Here you will not meet “package travelers” from Russia; travel agencies have not yet chosen this direction. Hoi An is a paradise for curious solo travelers and backpackers. The city has a large selection of hostels, inexpensive hotels and villas.

Hoi An City is located on the banks of the Thu Bon River. Many tourists compare it with Venice. Only instead of pumped-up gondoliers, colorful Vietnamese grandmothers offer rides on local gondolas.

Shopping is another reason to go to Hoi An. No, there are no huge shopping centers, supermarkets or outlets here. This city is famous for its tailors. For little money they will make an evening dress or suit no worse than in Italy.

Hoi An is also called the city of lanterns. They are lit on the streets every evening: red, yellow, orange, of various shapes and sizes.

How to get there

The simplest and quick way to get to Hoi An from Russia means to fly to Da Nang airport with transfers in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, and from the airport take a taxi or bus to the desired city.

There is another option: take a direct ticket to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, and from there to Hoi An by bus. Between these cities there is a so-called sleeping bus, in which you can sleep lying down, which is very convenient for long distances. You will have to spend more than 12 hours on the road, naturally, with short stops.

By plane

There are no direct flights from St. Petersburg to Vietnam; it is more convenient to travel from Moscow.

From Moscow to Da Nang

There is no airport in Hoi An itself. The nearest is 30 km north in the city of Da Nang. This is the third largest international Airport country and the largest in central Vietnam. It is small, but very convenient: there is Duty Free and several cafes with Vietnamese cuisine at reasonable prices.

Airplanes fly there from Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Dalat, as well as Hong Kong, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Siemrial, and Seoul.

From Moscow to Danang, as I already said, you can get there with a transfer in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. Aeroflot and Vietnam Airlines planes fly 5 times a week. To Hanoi – 9 hours 15 minutes. in the sky, to Ho Chi Minh City - 10 hours. The cost of a round-trip ticket is 450 €.

There are also flights from Moscow with transfers to Singapore (Singapore Airlines). It takes 10 hours to fly from Moscow to Singapore, and from there to Da Nang – 2 hours 50 minutes. You will have to pay 500 € for a ticket.

Tickets can be viewed on all well-known aggregator sites, or, for example, in the Travelask section.

From Da Nang to Hoi An

By taxi

You can take a taxi from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An - $20-25, but you need to bargain.

Taxi drivers wait at the entrance to the airport.

Transfer

You can order a transfer from your hotel, it will cost less than a taxi. A trip by minibus costs $5 (110 thousand VND), and by individual car – 14 $ (300-350 thousand VND). I booked a minibus through the hotel. Arrived for $5 (110 Vietnamese dong) and 40 minutes.

In recent years, the Vietnamese dong has fallen greatly against the dollar, so local residents They will be happy if you pay in American currency.

By bus

Between Da Nang and Hoi An there is a yellow bus number 1 with the inscription Danang-Hoian. It departs from the local bus station, which is located at Dien Bien Phu, after the junction with Highway 1A. It is better to get there by taxi ($5-10).

Further the bus is coming along Dien Bien Phu, Hung Vuong, Ong Ich Khiem, Nguyen Thi Minh Kha streets. It’s better to catch on the streets, you need to raise your hand up and the driver will slow down. Buses in Vietnam do not stop completely; you need to jump on while moving.

In Hoi An, the bus will take you to the northern station, where taxi drivers will be stationed. I took a motorcycle taxi at my own risk. Taking into account the bargaining, he brought me with a large suitcase for $3 (60 thousand dong). If you print out a city map in advance, you can walk to the hotel – the Old Town is small.

By train

Vietnam has a well-developed railway network along the coastline, reaching any large city can be reached by train. In Hoi An railway no, the nearest station is in Da Nang.

Trains go to Da Nang from Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Hue.

If you are going from Hoi An to Da Nang, you can take a taxi, bus or buy a ticket in Hoi An at travel agency– they will take you to the railway station themselves.

By bus

In Vietnam there is public buses, where the locals go. Here they are "killed". The salon is filled to capacity; people sit in the aisles between the seats. They are also very slow as the driver is constantly picking up people on the street. And they usually want to charge tourists double or triple the tariff.

This type of transport can only be used for short distances. Tickets are sold at the station. I drove one from Hue to Da Nang, the impressions are indescribable. If you want to feel the local flavor, then come here.

There are also tourist buses and sleeping buses (buses in which you can sleep). They are just convenient for long journeys across the country: the interiors are clean, they hand out water and even something to eat. In the sleeping bus there are separate beds (unlike neighboring Laos, where two people sleep on a bed) and a blanket is provided.

You can buy tickets at hotels and agencies throughout the city. Tourist buses come to Hoi An from Hanoi ($30), Ho Chi Minh City ($40), Nha Trang ($24), Hue ($13), Da Nang ($5).

This bus can be used to get to Vietnam from neighboring Laos. I drove from the city of Pakse (southern Laos) to Da Nang ($33), and from there by taxi to Hoi An. Travel time is about 10 hours with several stops.

You can rent a scooter ($5 per day). Anyone who has been to Asia knows that this is a more convenient form of transport.

From Da Nang to Hoi An there is a route that leads through the Marble Mountains.

Clue:

Hoi An - the time is now

Hour difference:

Moscow − 4

Kazan − 4

Samara − 3

Ekaterinburg − 2

Novosibirsk 0

Vladivostok 3

How to get there

By plane

Clue:

Hoi An - the time is now

Hour difference:

Moscow − 4

Kazan − 4

Samara − 3

Ekaterinburg − 2

Novosibirsk 0

Vladivostok 3

Hoi An is located in the central part of Vietnam. In the region, the high season lasts from March to September, this time is favorable for a beach holiday. The greatest amount of precipitation falls in autumn. In winter, the sea is very cold, but this period is perfect for sightseeing, since there is little precipitation and the average daytime temperature is +22.

You can find a package tour to Hoi An on various search engine sites, or, for example, by following the link.

Hoi An in summer

In Hoi An, summers are dry and hot. June and early July are a more comfortable time for a beach holiday.

In August, the temperature rises to +40, this is already for true heat lovers.

Hoi An in autumn

Autumn is the rainy season in Hoi An. The weather is still hot, but there is a lot of precipitation. The wettest months are October and November. At this time of year the sea is rough and the coastline is washed away.

Hoi An in spring

The dry season begins in March. At this time, the sea is still cool, but the average air temperature rises to +30. You can already sunbathe on the beaches.

In April-May, tourists flock to Hoi An for a beach holiday, and prices for tours rise significantly.

Hoi An in winter

Winter in Hoi An is wet and warm, but there is much less rainfall than in autumn. The sea gets very cold and there is a storm.

There is no swimming in Hoi An from December to March, but this time is great for walking around the old town.

Hoi An - weather by month

Clue:

Hoi An - weather by month

When is the season? When is the best time to go

Hoi An - weather by month

Clue:

Hoi An - weather by month

Districts. Where is the best place to live?

Conventionally, Hoi An can be divided into three zones:

• Old city,
• coast,
• outskirts.

Old city

If you are planning a trip in the low season, it is better to stay in the Old Town and the areas closest to it. A double room in the Old Town costs $40-70.

Hostels are suitable for young people and backpackers; there are many of them in the area. For a bed in a dormitory room you will have to pay $8-9.

Pros of housing in the Old Town:

• There are many cafes and shops around.

• Prices are higher than on the outskirts.
• Far from the sea.

Coast

If the main purpose of the trip is beach holiday, then choose hotels near two beaches: “An Bang” and “Cua Dai” (more about them below).

On the coast there are expensive hotels with large territories and their own beaches. Price per night: $100–250 per room, depending on the season. There are cheaper hotels within walking distance from the beach. The room costs $50-70.

Disadvantages of living on the coast:

• Far from the Old Town. You need to take a taxi or rent a motorbike to get to the historical center.
• During the rainy season, the coastline is greatly eroded.

You can book a hotel in Hoi An on Booking - by, and you can compare prices from different sites.

Where is it more comfortable to stay?

In Hoi An, the most popular housing is villas - these are two-story houses converted into hotels, where the owners themselves live. Typically, these hotels have private rooms and shared rooms (like a hostel). The atmosphere is very homely. I stayed in this villa.

The advantages of such accommodation:

• You are in a beautiful villa and can watch how wealthy Vietnamese people live.
• The hosts prepare breakfast for you.
• Clean and comfortable. At least that's how it was where I stayed. It felt like I was visiting relatives.

You can view offers for renting private apartments.

Clue:

Cost of food, accommodation, transportation and other things

Currency: Euro, € US Dollar, $ Russian Ruble, Rub Dong, ₫

It is difficult to highlight the main attractions of Hoi An; the entire Old Town is an open-air museum.

Hoi An has been preserved since the 16th-18th centuries, when the city was a major trade and port center South-East Asia. Chinese and Japanese merchants sailed along the Thu Bon River and traded silk, ceramics, porcelain, spices and Chinese medicines. Many of them stayed in the city and built houses, temples, and pagodas in their national style. The entire center consists of yellow two-story houses, the first floor of which is equipped with cafes, shops, art galleries and workshops, and the second floor with living quarters.

The largest number of attractions are located on Tran Phu St, Nguyen Thai Hoc and Bach Dang embankment. All of them lead to the symbol of the city - the Japanese Bridge.

Hoi An has a special system for selling tickets to attractions. You can buy one ticket for 120 thousand VND ($5) and see five attractions out of 22. This could be:

1. one of four museums;
2. one old house;
3. one meeting room;
4. traditional workshop or theater;
5. pagoda or bridge.

Tickets are sold at small kiosks in the old town.

Each time, coupons are torn off the ticket until it runs out. To explore other attractions, you need to buy a ticket for five visits again. The owners themselves may charge a small fee for entry to ancient houses not included in the list. Visiting many temples is free.

In addition to sightseeing on your own, there are many city tours available in Hoi An. You can buy bike tours around the city and surrounding area, photo tours of sights. Tours are conducted in English.

Top 5

Japanese Covered Bridge

The Cau Nhat Ban Bridge, built in 1593, connects the Chinese and Japanese quarters. There is a legend associated with him.

Once upon a time, there lived on earth a huge monster, Ku, whose head was in India, whose tail was in Japan, and whose body was in Vietnam. And when the monster moved, disasters occurred in Vietnam: earthquakes and floods. This bridge was built at the monster's weakest point in order to kill it.

Inside there is a small temple with an exhibition of old photographs. The two entrances are decorated with figures of dogs on one side and figures of monkeys on the other. According to legend, Japanese emperors were born in the year of the Monkey and the Dog, so people revered these animals. According to another version, the construction of the bridge began in the year of the monkey and ended in the year of the dog.

Entrance to it is possible with a general ticket, but I never paid. In the evening there are no controllers, you can freely walk across the bridge and look into the temple. Every evening the bridge is illuminated in different colors.

Phuc Kien Assembly Hall

The Assembly Hall was built in 1679. The Vietnamese themselves call Phuc Kien a pagoda. Initially, the Fujian Chinese met and communicated here, so the building became famous as a meeting hall.

Inside is Thien Hau Temple. It is dedicated to the goddess who guards ships at sea. The area is decorated with picturesque gardens, fountains and statues.

Admission with a general ticket.

Opening hours: daily 07.00-11.30 and 13.30-17:00.

Address: 46 Tran Phu St.

Cantonese Assembly Hall (Cantonese)

It is difficult to pass by this pagoda while walking near the Japanese Bridge. The meeting hall of the Cantonese Chinese community, built in the 18th century, attracts tourists with its unusual architecture.

The entrance is decorated with columns carved from solid granite and decorated with breadfruit wood. Note the carvings on the wooden beams.

Admission with a general ticket.

Opening hours: 8.00–17.00.

Address: 176 Tran Phu St.

Night market

In the evening, colorful lanterns are lit on the streets of Hoi An, bridges and figures on the river bank are illuminated, and the main action moves to the An Hoi Peninsula, where the night market.

Its main difference from all Asian markets is the huge selection of flashlights of all colors and sizes. You can buy them as a gift or just admire and take pictures against the backdrop of this beauty. The sellers show you right before your eyes how these beautiful “lights” are made from silk and paper.

The night market is a great place to try street food and buy a variety of souvenirs. And don’t forget to bargain; sellers initially quote double the price.

Opening hours: after sunset until 22.00.

Address: Nguyen Hoang Street.

Old House of Tan Ky

Tan Qui's house, built two centuries ago, belonged to a wealthy Vietnamese merchant. The interior, old inlaid furniture and some relics have survived to this day: engravings, ceramic dishes and family seals. The house has a flood warning. It was often flooded, so goods were stored on the second floor.

The rear façade of the house overlooks the Thubon River. This is where goods were unloaded from ships. The owner gives a tour of the house in English.

Entrance with a complex ticket.

Opening hours: 8.00–12.00 and 14.00–16.30.

Address: 101 Nguyễn Thái Học, Minh An, tp. Hội An, Quảng Nam.

Beaches. Which ones are better

There are two sandy beaches in the vicinity of Hoi An:

• "An Bang Beach" 3 km from the city center;
• "Cua Dai" 4 km from the city center.

"An Lang"

There are many sunbeds on An Bang Beach that belong to neighboring cafes. If you dine at their establishment, the sun lounger is free. There are several expensive beach hotels on the coast. Eat budget options for $30-50 per day, 15 minute walk from the sea.

The beach is popular among tourists and is quite crowded in high season. I would recommend this beach, it is cleaner.

"Qua Dai"

Cua Dai Beach is often washed away by monsoons. If you come during the low season, you will find sandbag dams.

There are several 4-star and 5-star hotels with their own beach. Price per night – 100-200$. There are also cafes with their own sun loungers on the coast.

The best way to get to the beaches is by bicycle, which you can rent for $1 per day.

Churches and temples. Which ones are worth visiting?

Quan Cong Temple

Kuan Kong Temple was built by the Chinese in the 17th century. It is dedicated to the hero Quang Kong, whose gilded figure is on the central altar. It is made of papier-mâché and supported on wooden frames. In Chinese mythology, this hero is similar to the Greek Hercules - strong, brave and courageous. Visitors can also see figures of his comrades and horses.

There are wooden plaques with names hanging on the walls - this is a list of people who donated money for the construction of the temple. These were mainly Chinese merchants. Note the rain gutters on the roof, which are shaped like carp. This fish symbolizes patience in China, and very often its images can be found in Hoi An.

Opening hours: 08.00–17.00.

Address: 168 Tran Phu St.

Tran Family Chapel

This chapel was built almost 200 years ago to worship the ancestors. The Chinese Chan family moved to around 1700.

The architecture of the building is made in Chinese and Japanese styles. The altar is decorated with wooden boxes containing stone tablets engraved with Chinese characters.

Opening hours: 8.00–17.00.

Address: 21 Le Loi.

Nguyen Tuong Family Chapel

The chapel is the tomb of Truong's ancestors. Family members who served as officials and mandarins in the imperial court were given some of the plaques as an honor by the emperors of Vietnam.

Opening hours: 08.00-17.00.

Address: 8 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, tp.

Hoi An Cathedral

In the courtyard of the church there are graves of Europeans. When this modern building was built to replace an earlier one located elsewhere, the remains of several 18th-century missionaries were reburied here.

Address: 4 Nguyen Truong To Street.

Museums. Which ones are worth visiting?

Meeting Hall (Chaozhou Hall Trieu Chau)

This Assembly Hall was built by Chinese merchants in the 19th century to worship the Sea Goddess.

Admission with a general ticket.

Opening hours: 08.00–17.00.

Address: 157 Nguyen Duy Hieu st.

Diep Dong Nguyen House

The house was built for a Chinese merchant at the end of the 19th century. On the ground floor there used to be a Chinese medicine pharmacy; medicines were stored in closed glass vessels that stood along the wall. The atmosphere of that era still reigns there.

On the second floor there is private collection porcelain, furniture and photographs. Items are not for sale. Two of the existing chairs were once given by the family to Emperor Bao Dai.

Admission with a general ticket.

Opening hours: 08.00–12.00 and 14.00–16.30.

Address: 80, Nguyen Thai Hoc.

House on the street Chang Phu 77 (Nha Co Quan Thang)

The house was built three centuries ago. The interiors are decorated with wood carvings. The roof beams are made in the form of a shell. Note the green ceramic tiles set into the enclosure around the courtyard balcony.

Admission with a general ticket.

Opening hours: 08.00–17.00.

Address: 77 Tran Phu Street.

The Old House of Phun Hung

This two-story house was built 230 years ago. The museum is located on the first floor, and the owners live on the second.

With a general ticket, you will be given a tour of the house.

Opening hours: 08:00–17:00.

Address: 4D Nguyen Thi Minh Khai.

Museum of Trade Ceramics

The museum occupies an ancient building that is more than 200 years old. The collection contains ceramics found during archaeological excavations in the Hoi An area. There is also a map with Vietnamese names of countries.

Admission with a general ticket.

Opening hours: 08.00–17.00.

Address: 80 Tran Phu St.

Museum of History and Culture of Hoi An (Hoi An Museum)

The museum introduces visitors to the history of Hoi An during different time periods. The exhibition includes photographs, furniture, dishes, bells, statues and an altar. In the center of the museum there is a small pond with goldfish.

Admission with a general ticket.

Opening hours: 08.00–17.00.

Address: 7, Nguyen Hue (next to the central market).

The Sa Huynh Culture Museum

The museum provides information about the people of the Sa Huynh culture. There is a collection of jewelry, weapons, and ceramics from the 1st and 2nd centuries.

Admission with a general ticket.

Opening hours: 08.00–17.00.

Address: 149 Tran Phu St.

Hoi An Folklore Museum

The museum contains more than 500 exhibits telling about the history, culture, literature and art of ordinary village residents of central Vietnam.

Most attention is paid to the production and products of silk.

Admission with a general ticket.

Address: 33 Nguyễn Thái Học, Minh An, tp.

Opening hours: 08.00–17.00.

Handicraft Workshop

A craft workshop where you can buy souvenirs and watch local folk dances, listen to mini-operas and traditional songs.

Admission with a general ticket.

Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday from 10.15 am to 15.15.

Address: 9 Nguyen Thai Hoc.

Traditional Theater

In the evening there are performances of traditional Vietnamese songs and dances.

Admission with a general ticket.

Opening hours: 21.00–22.00.

Address: 39 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street.

Well of Bale

This well, built in the 10th century, has long been overgrown with legends.

The water to prepare authentic Cao Lau, a local noodle dish, must come from this well. Nearby there is a cafe of the same name with local cuisine. Tasty and inexpensive.

Address: 45 Phan Chau Trinh Street | in the garden of Mr. Ba Lo Le, off Kiet Gieng Lane.

Silk Village (Hoi An Silk Village)

This is a new attraction in Hoi An, opened in the 21st century.

Here you can see how silk is made using ancient machines and devices, visit a sewing workshop and learn how mulberry larvae are raised. If desired, you can buy silk products.

Entrance costs $5 (100 thousand dong).

Opening hours: 08.00–21.00.

Address: 28 Nguyen Tat Thanh.

What to see in the area

Cam Nam Village

Located on the opposite side of the Hoi An River. You can cross the Cam Nam bridge, which is next to the market.

Grab a bike and go see how the locals live.

There are many cafes and restaurants with Vietnamese cuisine, prices are lower than in the center of Hoi An.

Marble mountains

This attraction is located 20 kilometers from Hoi An on the road to Da Nang. You can get there on your own by bike or by purchasing an excursion from a travel agency ($20-30).

In my opinion, it’s better to go on your own, it will be cheaper, and you can see Da Nang.

The Marble Mountains consist of five hills, several caves and temples. Some caves are very easy to reach; others require skill and physical preparation to see. They're waiting for you inside interesting statues Buddha. Of all the caves that I saw in Asia and Europe, these impressed me the most.

The territory is impressive, consists of steep descents and ascents, be sure to wear sports shoes. It's better to arrive early in the morning - there are fewer tourists. And take a flashlight with you, some caves are dark.

Here you can buy marble souvenirs.

Entrance costs0.7$ (15 thousand VND), map of the marble mountains – 0.7$ (15 thousand VND).

You can get there by local bus Hoi An - Da Nang. The central bus station is located on Hung Vuong Street.

Ruins of Michonne (My Son sanctuary)

Michon is an ancient city of the state of Champa. The open-air museum consists of 17 temples and towers from the 13th-14th centuries.

If you have seen Angkor Wat in Cambodia or ancient capital Thailand Ayutthaya, then Michonne will hardly surprise you. The scale of the city-museum is much smaller than the above-mentioned attractions. Part of the city was destroyed during the war, and most of the details were moved to the museum. Also on site is a traditional Cham show with songs and dances.

You can get to Michonne by rented bike, taxi ($20) or take a half-day excursion at the tourist office for $15-20 (400 thousand VND).

Entrance:5$ (100 thousand VND).

Cable car and Mount Bana (Ba Na)

Bana Mountain is a 2-hour drive from Hoi An. It is also called the second Sapa or Dalat. The height above sea level is 1478 meters. At the top there is a spa resort and a French-style amusement park.

The peculiarity of this mountain is that in one day you can see 4 seasons on it: in the morning spring, in the afternoon summer, in the evening autumn, and late in the evening winter. From Mount Bana to the neighboring Mount Vong Nguyet there is a cable car, one of the longest in the world (5042 meters). From the top there is an unforgettable view of the mountains and a tropical forest. On the other side you will find a statue of a sitting Buddha and temples.

You can take an organized excursion - $35 (750 thousand dong), or get there yourself by taxi ($60-70) or by bike.

A ticket for the cable car and the amusement park costs $25 (500 thousand VND), but you will have to pay extra for many attractions. Flower garden – 3$ (70 thousand VND).

Nearby Islands

Cu Lao Cham Islands

The Cham Islands are half an hour away by boat. The archipelago consists of 8 diverse islands.

The largest of them is Hon Lao, where you will find restaurants, markets and hotels.

Behind wildlife and deserted beaches you need to go to other islands. Here you can go diving and snorkeling.

How to get there

1. Public ferry – $2-3 (50 thousand VND) per person. For a bike and bicycle you will have to pay another $1 (30 thousand dong). The ferry departs from the port in the city center.
2. Rent a speedboat from a hotel or agency – $25 (550 thousand VND).
3. Excursion from a hotel or agency – $30 (650-700 thousand dong).

Main attractions. What to see

Food. What to try

Rickshaw

In the old city, tourists are offered a ride on bicycle rickshaws; it looks very authentic. They are used mainly by elderly Chinese.

For a 10-minute walk around the city you will have to pay $2.5 (50 thousand VND).

In Da Nang, at the airport counters there is information about Hoi An in Russian. Study the map, the location of attractions, beaches, hotels and feel free to hit the road.

If you are traveling on your own, please keep in mind that direct flights with Hoi An, no, you will first have to get to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, then to Da Nang, and only then to the resort by bus, taxi, or by car ordered in advance. The distance from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Danang is almost the same: about 850 km. Choose for yourself where it would be better for you to fly first for a transfer to Da Nang.

In Da Nang, for the convenience of tourists, every hour and a half from the airport to Hoi An there is a minibus transfer, delivering for 100,000 dong to the hotel you need. There is also a cheaper bus that runs from Da Nang: it departs from the city bus station. Travel there costs 10,000 dong.

You can travel from different cities in Vietnam by night buses; they are comfortable for night trips and inexpensive. For example, travel from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An will cost 320 thousand dong, from Hue - 100 thousand dong, from Dalat - 300 thousand, and from Nha Trang - 200 thousand dong. Tickets must be purchased in advance; they may not be available for sale on the day of departure.

Hoi Nang Hotels

Hotels at the resort are located on coastlines 1, 2 and 3. Basically, hotels with 2, 3, 4 stars are located on the 2nd and 3rd coastlines. On the first coastline, 5* hotels have chosen their place. They have everything a vacationer needs. There are also their own private beaches.

The more stars, the better the service: hotels have a currency exchange office, their own souvenir shops, restaurants, bars, barbecues, car rentals and other amenities and services. Some hotels provide free excursions as a “bonus” for paying for your stay.

Beaches near hotels with a small number of stars are municipal, i.e. free. It can be quite a long journey to get to them. Transport (motorcycle or bicycle) is not allowed on the beach, which aggravates the problem. You will have to walk or use paid parking. Fortunately, the beaches are clean and well-equipped.

Meals in BB hotels: breakfast only. Rarely do hotels in Hoi An offer HB meals: with breakfast and dinner (or lunch). Just one Sunrise Hoian Hotel Beach Resort 5* provides All Inclusive, the prices are very high.

The town is small and you can walk around its streets in 2-3 hours. Hoi An has two dozen attractions. Tickets for visiting them are distributed at city information centers: small booths.

Comprehensive tickets are sold for a visit to five main attractions, and such a “comprehensive” ticket costs 120 thousand dong. In such a “booth center”, do not forget to take a map of the old city, then you will be able to figure out where is just a house and where is a museum or gallery. After all, all the houses are old, so visually they can very easily be mistaken for a landmark.

The small town of Hoi An (Vietnam) is located in the central part of the country, 30 km from Da Nang.

The history of Hoi An goes back more than 2000 years; in the 16th century, this city was known as a large port of the South China Sea and a trading center for all of Southeast Asia.

Hoi An is located on the banks of the Thu Bon River, for which it is often called Venice. The only thing that offers gondola rides here is not pumped-up gondoliers, but colorful Vietnamese grandmothers.

Now Hoi An is known as an ancient city-museum, which has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1999.

Sights of the ancient city

The old part of the city is quite small, however, there is something to see here - many ancient buildings have survived the ravages of time, 844 of which are considered historical value.

Every day, from 8:30 to 11:00 and from 15:00 to 21:30, streets in the Old Town are blocked, and vehicle entry becomes impossible. The conditions are excellent for pedestrian tourists who want to walk around the historical center.

To see the sights in the old part of Hoi An, you need to buy tickets - they are sold at the tourist information center and at kiosks installed at the entrance to the Old Town.

On a note! There are 22 attractions that you have to pay to visit; the cost of a set of tickets to see any 5 is 120,000 VND ($6). Although the tickets indicate that they are valid for 24 hours, there is no date on them, therefore, they can be used for several days.

By the way, along with your tickets you can take a map of the Old Town of Hoi An. Although it’s impossible to get lost here, with a map it will be easier to figure out where the museum is, where the temple is, where the gallery is, and where it’s just a store - the thing is that looking at the building from the street, it’s not always possible to understand this.

Tourists visiting Hoi An's historic center are asked to respect national culture and dress decently: it is advisable for men to wear a shirt, and for women to wear long sleeves that cover their knees.

Covered Japanese Bridge

Walking around the Old Town, you cannot help but see the Japanese Covered Bridge, which is almost the main local attraction. Cau Nhat Ban is recognized as a symbol of Hoi An, it is even depicted on the city coat of arms.

Back in 1593, this bridge was built by the Japanese living in Hoi An to connect the Tran Phu and Nguyen Thi Minh Hai streets separated by the Thu Bon River.

The Japanese bridge has the shape of an arch and reaches a length of 18 meters. Constructed of wood and tiles, it is distinguished by its unusual architecture: a dark burgundy roof with exquisite carved patterns, a temple located right in the middle of the bridge, statues of a dog and a monkey standing at opposite ends of the bridge.

To cross the Japanese Bridge, you need to pay 1 ticket. To continue your walk further, you can return across the nearby bridge, and you no longer need to pay for this.

The active shrine of Quan Cong is a must see in Hoi An! It is located at 24 Chan Fu Street.

The temple is very ancient, it was built by the Chinese in 1653, dedicating it to the hero of folk myths Quan Kong - his papier-mâché statue, partially covered with gold, is installed in the center of the sanctuary.

The gutters for draining rainwater on the roof are very original - they are made in the shape of a carp, symbolizing endurance in Chinese mythology.

Note! Before entering the temple, you need to take off your shoes - there is a special platform for this.

Fujian Chinese Community Meeting Hall

There are 5 Assembly Halls in the city, but Phuc Kien is the largest and most famous of them. Even if you look at the sights of Hoi An (Vietnam) in the photo, you can understand how beautiful the Assembly Hall of the Fujian Chinese Community is.

Having settled in Hoi An, the visiting Chinese built Assembly Halls where they could pray to their gods and communicate, where they had the opportunity to preserve the traditions of their people. This building was built by the Chinese from Fujian province at the end of the 17th century.

The building looks like a hieroglyph representing the number “3”. In the spacious courtyard there are statues of Buddha and his disciples, and there is a fountain decorated with animal figures. Most of the building is dedicated to the temple of the goddess of the sea, patron of fishermen and all those who travel by sea. The Hall contains a large number of statues and bells made of bronze.

Interesting to know! As in most temples, you can leave a note here with your cherished wish. Once a year, the monks choose cards at random and all pray together for their wishes to come true.

What else is interesting about Hoi An?

Here you can walk not only around the Old Town - there are many attractions in Hoi An (Vietnam). There is always something to see not only in the city itself, but also not far from it.

Thuan Thien Island

Thuan Thien Island is located in east side from the center of Hoi An, you can get there by bike or bike.

Thuan Thien is famous for its culinary tour, during which tourists are taught how to cook traditional Vietnamese cuisine.

You can also take a bike ride on the island, discovering a lot of unusual things: cute fishing villages with houses on stilts, fishing from traditional round boats, unusual thickets of coconut palms on the water, spacious rice fields. In general, wandering around the island, you can observe the natural, non-tourist life of the Vietnamese.

Night market

In the evenings, many colorful lanterns are lit on the city streets, bridges and statues are illuminated. But the most interesting thing you can see at this time is the night market on Nguyen Hoang Street.

It opens at about 17:00 and is open until 23:00, until a shimmering twilight falls on the Khoy River.

The main thing that sets this market apart from all other Asian markets is the huge assortment of silk and paper lantern flowers that sellers make here. These products cost no more than $1, you can buy them as a memory of the trip, or you can light a candle in them and float them down the river for good luck.

The night market is a great chance to buy colorful souvenirs, interesting handicrafts, high-quality textiles and silk. As in any Asian market, you definitely need to bargain, as sellers immediately quote double the price!

In addition, Vietnamese stalls work here, offering to taste the famous dishes of local cuisine. Food can be bought at the following prices (VND):

• Cao Lau noodles – 25,000;
• Vietnamese beef soup Pho Bo – 30,000;
• 10 small pork kebabs – 50,000;
• fried rice with chicken – 40,000;
• fried spring rolls – 30,000.

Tourists often come here not only for shopping, but simply to take a walk, admire the view of the river, and look at the products in the souvenir shops.

Whole groups of tourists flock to the Marble Mountains from Hoi An, as this attraction, located 7 km from Da Nang, is the most popular in the area.

The Marble mountains are several hills in the middle of a field, covered with thickets of trees, bushes and cacti. And they are marble because marble was once mined here, but now they only sell souvenirs made from it.

On the most great grief everything is thought out for excursions: signs, fenced paths, staircases carved in stone, benches for relaxation, a spacious elevator for climbing to the top. There are many caves in this mountain - the largest of them, where the floors are tiled and there is lighting, house Buddhist temples with Buddha statues.

The Am Phu cave is impressive, which is a symbol of hell and heaven. Immediately at the entrance to the cave, the descent into “hell” begins, and the images there are so realistic that it is better not to take children for an inspection. A steep staircase leads from “hell” to “paradise”, where equipped observation deck you can admire the surroundings.

There are a large number of pagodas on this mountain, the most famous, Tam Thai, was built in 1825.

• The Marble Mountains complex is open to the public from 7:00 to 17:30.
• The cost of entry to the territory is $2.
• Tickets to Am Phu Cave and caves on Thủy Sơn Mountain cost 20,000 dong ($0.75), and a one-way elevator ride costs 15,000.

You can see the Marble Mountains by purchasing an excursion from a travel agency for $20-30, but it’s better to take independent travel. You can get from Hoi An to the Marble Mountains on your own by taking the Hoi An – Da Nang bus, which departs from Hoi An North Bus Station. You need to go to the Marble Mountains stop, from there it’s a 5-minute walk towards the sea.

You can get to the attraction on a rented bike. Traffic on the road is relatively calm, the journey from Hoi An to the mountains takes only 15-20 minutes. There is no parking for bikes, but you can leave one for free at any cafe or store.

Hoi An beaches

Tourists come to Hoi An not only for the sights of the Old Town, but also for a seaside holiday. There are few people on the local beaches, it is quiet and calm, only on holidays and weekends do Vietnamese gather on the coast.

There are 2 beaches in Hoi An: An Bang Beach and Cua Da Beach, but there is no clear boundary between them. The beach is quite crowded in the center and completely empty on the outskirts, but at the same time it is equally comfortable everywhere. In the central part there is a very gentle entry into the water - it takes a long walk to reach the depth where you can swim. That is why it is good to relax here with children. In this part there are restaurants with a variety of food and shops, and parking is available.

On the beaches you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas for the whole day for 40,000 VND ($2), but if you buy something in a nearby cafe or restaurant, you can get a sunbed for free. There is parking, the fee for leaving a bicycle or bike is 20,000 VND ($1). If you don’t want to pay for parking and don’t need sunbeds and umbrellas, you can go to undeveloped areas of the beach.

Standard entertainment available to tourists (prices in Vietnamese dong):

• jet skiing (15 min – 500,000, 30 min – 800,000);
• parachute riding (1 person – 600,000, 2 people – 800,000);
• Banana ride (5 people – 1,000,000).

The beaches are located at a distance of 4-5 km from the Old Town, and you can get to them:

• on foot - this is convenient only if the accommodation is located near the beach, otherwise the journey takes a lot of time;
• by taxi - according to the meter for travel from the center it will be about $3;
• by bicycle – the journey from the center will take up to 20 minutes;
• on a bike - this is the best option.

Urban transport

To take a walk around the Old City, tourists sometimes choose a pedicabs. For a 10-minute trip you will have to pay 50,000 Vietnamese money ($2.5).

Suitable for moving over longer distances:

Hoi An Restaurants

Vietnam is a true paradise for lovers of tasty and healthy food. Food in Hoi An, as in Vietnam in general, is very healthy: fresh fruits and vegetables in abundance, and seafood in equal quantities. Almost all establishments have an assortment of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

There are many establishments in Hoi An where you can have a tasty and satisfying meal, and the pricing policy is quite varied. A large number of restaurants are located along the beach strip, the food there is delicious, although the prices for Vietnam are quite high (in dong):

• fried beef with sauce or pork dishes – 150,000;
• French fries – 60,000;
• vegetables (stewed, fried) – 70,000;
• seafood (crabs, mussels, squid, shrimp, fish) – 200,000;
• salads – 100,000;
• soup – 75,000;
• juice – 40,000;
• beer – from 20,000.

In the restaurants of the Old Town, prices are generally more modest:

• soups – 50,000;
• squid with sauces – from 70,000 to 85,000;
• shrimp – from 90,000 to 120,000;
• Cao Lau noodles – 50,000;
• fried rice with vegetables and beef – 60-80,000;
• draft beer – from 12,000;
• bottled beer - from 15,000.

Fine dining restaurants

Among the more expensive establishments in Hoi An, the following can be noted.

The Restaurant at The Nam Hai Hoi An

Refers to The Nam Hai Hotel, located at Hamlet 1, Dien Duong Village. It offers Asian and Vietnamese cuisine - from fresh seafood to meat - and prepared by the chef himself. Impeccable style and service.

Bong Hoi An Restaurant And Bar at 244 Cua Dai Street

This is a brewpub where tourists can try Asian and Vietnamese cuisine. It's a family run business with only 1 chef so the restaurant is usually crowded, but the food is worth the wait! In this establishment you can even take part in master classes where you learn how to cook traditional Vietnamese food. The host of the master class picks up the participants from the hotel, goes with them to the local market to buy the necessary products, and then comes with them to the restaurant. During the master class, you can not only learn the secrets of culinary skills, but also hear a lot of interesting things about life in Vietnam.

Aubergine49 Restaurant

Located 1 km from the city center, at 49A Ly Thai To, Cam Chau Ward is a great option for those who don't like or are already tired of Vietnamese delicacies. The French food here is very tasty, although there is also Asian cuisine. The service is very good and there is parking in front of the restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Budget establishments

In Hoi An, you can dine in more modest establishments, and it will be no less tasty and satisfying.

The Kebab Shack

British fastwood cuisine is offered by The Kebab Shack, located at 38B Thai Phien, Cam Pho. There is a large selection of dishes and low prices, for example, a very tasty and filling kebab with pork and potatoes costs 50,000 dong. There is free Wi-Fi.

There is no nightlife in the city, restaurants close early. However, there are a couple attractive places, where you can have a drink and a snack while listening to good music.

1. Guitar Hawaii Hoi An Live Music Bar is open from 20:00 to 23:00. Location: 3 Phan Chau Trinh. Beer and juices cost $2-3, cocktails cost $4.
2. 3 Dragons Sports Bar is open at 51 Phan Boi Chau Street from 08:00 to 00:00. Foreign sports fans usually come here. You can buy beer here for $2, cocktails for $4, and a bottle of wine for $20-25.

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How to get to Hoi An from Nha Trang

By bus

The best option for getting from Nha Trang to Hoi An is to take a bus. The travel time is 12 hours, and since the buses in Vietnam are good, the trip is quite comfortable. Tickets cost around 200,000 VND, but during long holidays the price increases by 20-50%. It is better to buy tickets in advance, especially if the trip is planned on weekends or holidays.

Transportation is provided by Futabus (futabus.vn), The Sinh Tourist (www.thesinhtourist.vn). The current schedule and ticket prices can be viewed on the indicated websites.

You can take a taxi by ordering a car from one of the tourist offices (Russian or English speaking). Prices in all offices are different, you need to ask and choose the most suitable option. You can also order a taxi online. If there will be a lot of people traveling, then it makes sense to order a minibus, it will be more profitable.

By plane

You can fly to Hoi An from Nha Trang by plane. There is a direct flight with Vietnam Airlines, a ticket in this case will cost about $60, the flight lasts 1 hour. There are VietJet or Jetstar flights, in which case you need to make a transfer in Ho Chi Minh City - in time it will take 4-6 hours, and in money it will cost approximately $150. Planes land in Da Nang, from there you can take a taxi or take the Danag - Hoi An bus, which departs from the city bus station.

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When is the best time to visit Hoi An?

In Vietnam, and Hoi An is no exception, it is customary to distinguish between the dry season and the rainy season.

The rainy season lasts from September to early January. The greatest amount of precipitation falls in October-November - at this time there are heavy rains, there may be typhoons, and floods often occur.

The dry season begins in January and ends in August. This period is considered optimal for a trip to Hoi An (Vietnam). For excursion tour The best time is from January to April, when the temperature is still quite comfortable, and walks will be easy and pleasant. It is better to come for a beach holiday from June to August, when the sea is already well warmed up and you can swim.

This video captures the atmosphere of Hoi An well. And there is also a lot in it useful information for those interested to visit the city.

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