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Hội An

Lantern town, ancient port — everything you need to know before you go.

TownFoodBeach
Best time
Feb – May
Stay from
$22
Articles
48
Coordinates
15.88°N
108.34°E
Couple releases lanterns in Hoi An, Vietnam, at night along the river.
↑ Couple releases lanterns in Hoi An, Vietnam, at night along the river.Photo · Võ Văn Tiến · Pexels
01Overview02When to go03What to do04Where to eat05Getting there
01.

Overview — what Hội An is, in one screen.

Hội An is one of central vietnam's most must visit destinations. Known for lantern town, ancient port, it draws travelers looking for town and food experiences.

Best visited between Feb – May when the weather is most favorable and crowds are manageable. Accommodation starts from $22/night for guesthouses and homestays.

This guide collects 48 independent articles — destinations within Hội An, where locals eat, transport options, and tested itineraries you can follow.

Quick facts
Region
Central Vietnam
Best time
Feb – May
Stay from
$22
Travel style
Town, Food, Beach
Articles
48 guides
Coordinates
15.88°N · 108.34°E
02.

Best time to visit — month by month.

Jan
★★★
Feb
★★★★★
Mar
★★★★★
Apr
★★★★★
May
★★★★
Jun
★★★
Jul
★★
Aug
★★
Sep
★★
Oct
★★
Nov
★★★
Dec
★★★
PoorBest time
03.

What to do in Hội An — top experiences.

All Hội An guides →
A vibrant aerial shot of Hội An's lantern festival, showcasing colorful lights and bustling waterfront.
01 · Destinations

Hoi An Lantern Festival: Full Moon Nights and How to Plan Around Them

5 minRead guide →
A woman in traditional Vietnamese attire stands by the Hoi An Japanese Bridge.
02 · Destinations

Japanese Bridge Hoi An: 400 Years of History, a Restoration Row, and How to See It Right

5 minRead guide →
Explore the colorful, lantern-adorned streets of Hội An, Vietnam, bustling with life and culture.
03 · Destinations

Hoi An Old Town Walking Guide: Yellow Walls, Lantern Alleys, and the Japanese Bridge

5 minRead guide →
Couple releases lanterns in Hoi An, Vietnam, at night along the river.
04 · Destinations

Hoi An Lantern Festival: Full Moon Nights and How to Plan Around Them

4 minRead guide →
A woman in traditional Vietnamese attire stands by the Hoi An Japanese Bridge.
05 · Destinations

Japanese Bridge in Hoi An: What to Know Before You Visit

4 minRead guide →
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06 · Destinations

Quang Nam Province: Central Vietnam's Coast and History

3 minRead guide →
04.

Where to eat in Hội An — dishes locals queue for.

All Hội An food →
Explore the colorful, lantern-adorned streets of Hội An, Vietnam, bustling with life and culture.
01 · Food

Best Tau Hu in Hoi An: Where Locals Send You

4 minRead guide →
A traditional yellow market building in Hoi An, Vietnam, with lush greenery and a Vietnamese flag.
02 · Food

Vietnamese Cooking Classes: Hanoi vs Hoi An vs Saigon

4 minRead guide →
Explore the colorful, lantern-adorned streets of Hội An, Vietnam, bustling with life and culture.
03 · Food

Vegetarian Dining in Hoi An: Restaurants and Cooking Classes

4 minRead guide →
Delicious Vietnamese fish noodle soup with crispy fried fish and fresh herbs.
04 · Food

Best Cao Lau in Hoi An: Why the Well Water Actually Matters

4 minRead guide →
Delicious Bánh Căn Vietnamese rice pancakes garnished with scallions and crispy shallots.
05 · Food

Best Banh Xeo in Central Vietnam: Hue vs Da Nang vs Hoi An

4 minRead guide →
A man walking on the Dragon Bridge in Da Nang with motorbikes passing. Urban scene with city buildings.
06 · Food

Best Mi Quang in Da Nang and Hoi An: Where to Eat Central Vietnam's Noodle Dish

4 minRead guide →
05.

Getting to Hội An — your options.

Option 01

Bus / overnight sleeper

From
Đà Nẵng
Travel time
6–10 hr
Cost
200–400k VND
Option 02

Motorbike rental

From
Đà Nẵng
Travel time
8–12 hr
Cost
120k/day + fuel
Option 03

Private car + driver

From
Đà Nẵng
Travel time
6–8 hr
Cost
2.5–4M VND
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Read more about Hội An — independent guides.

All 56 →
A vibrant aerial shot of Hội An's lantern festival, showcasing colorful lights and bustling waterfront.
01 · Destinations

Hoi An Lantern Festival: Full Moon Nights and How to Plan Around Them

Once a month, Hoi An cuts the electricity and lights the Ancient Town with silk lanterns. Here's what actually happens and how to not spend the evening stuck in a crowd.

A woman in traditional Vietnamese attire stands by the Hoi An Japanese Bridge.
02 · Destinations

Japanese Bridge Hoi An: 400 Years of History, a Restoration Row, and How to See It Right

Hoi An's Japanese Bridge has anchored the Ancient Town for four centuries. Here's what to know about its origins, the restoration that divided locals, and when to visit.

Explore the colorful, lantern-adorned streets of Hội An, Vietnam, bustling with life and culture.
03 · Destinations

Hoi An Old Town Walking Guide: Yellow Walls, Lantern Alleys, and the Japanese Bridge

A street-level route through Hoi An's UNESCO core — old merchant houses, assembly halls, the famous Japanese Bridge, and when to walk each stretch for the best light.

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All 12 →
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21 guides →
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