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Bún chả cá Bà Phiến (Bà Thừa)

An often crowded venue in Da Nang, Bun Cha Ca Ba Phien serves some delicious bowls of fish noodles. The broth is thick, the noodles are slurpy, the fish is fresh and all come in a big and hot bowl. There is bun rieu (noodles with crab broth) that is also very delicious. Try it out.

Phở Bắc Hải

A trip to Vietnam is never complete without a bowl of Pho bo (beef rice noodles). Pho Bac Hai is a small street stall next to big, fancy restaurants, but you know what they say, don't judge a Pho stall by its appearance! Trust the locals to know the best pho stalls in town and judging by the years it has been in operation, they sure know how to make a good one. If you have no idea what to get, give Pho tai (rare beef Pho) a try!

Dừa Bến Tre 196

Located by the Han River, Ben Tre Coconut is a favorite spot for locals to spend their evenings and catch up with friends. Coconuts here come from Ben Tre, the homeland of sweet and fresh coconuts. The menu covers a wide range of drinks, including juice and smoothie and other refreshments like yogurt and ice cream, so you can surely find something to your liking. Pick a drink, choose your spot, and wind the day down taking in the relaxing countryside vibe.

Quán Bánh Cuốn Tiến Hưng

Bánh cuốn is a rice noodle roll made from a thin, wide sheet of steamed fermented rice batter filled with seasoned ground pork and minced wood ear mushroom. These savory rolls are usually served with chả lụa (Vietnamese pork sausage). If you're only familiar with dishes like noodles or rice, eating "banh cuon" is a whole new experience with its delightful taste and smell. And this small yet long-established restaurant truly does the dish justice!

Quán ngon

With a diverse menu of savory dishes and specialties of Da Nang, Tran Cuisine Restaurant is ideal for lunch. From very simple dishes to complex central cuisine, you will find a variety of options. We suggest you order a nice spread and eat family style

Con Market

Con Market is one of the most popular attractions of Da Nang. You can find various types of food as well as other goods as you browse through the stalls. They sell lots of Vietnamese traditional products at reasonable prices - these make great gifts! Tip: The crowded stalls are the best stalls ;)

Madame Lan Restaurant

Known as a "mini Hoi An by Han River," Madame Lan distinguishes itself from other Da Nang establishments with an architecture reminiscent of Hoi An's Ancient Town. Its menu covers almost 300 authentic Vietnamese dishes, giving you tons of options, all at a very reasonable price. We recommend a steaming bowl of Bun Bo Hue and a cup of milk coffee to start your day.

Thai Market Restaurant

If you are craving some spicy dishes to warm your stomach, you can't go wrong with Thai food. Order a small hot pot, some Chang (Thai beer), and then wrap up your meal with the famous Thai dessert, mango sticky rice. And don't worry if you're not fond of crazily spicy food, you can tell the staff your preferred spicy level and they will cater your order to your taste!

Mì Quảng Ếch Bếp Trang

If you're looking for an authentic Da Nang dish, this must be the one. "My" means noodles and "Quang" stands for Quang Nam, a province which Da Nang used to be a part of. There are many types of My Quang (chicken, pork & shrimps, eggs) but the restaurant's specialty is Frog noodles. Noodles, frog meat, vegetables, and broth come in separate bowls and placed on a rattan tray. This beautiful set is a treat to both your stomach and your eyes.

Bao An Macrobiotic

Tucked in a small street, Bao An Macrobiotic is a vegetarian restaurant that will satiate your hunger while calming you with its homelike ambiance. A macrobiotic diet takes inspiration from the principles of Zen Buddhism and attempts to balance the yin and yang elements of food and cookware. Their food is prepared with utmost care and thought, so even non-vegetarians should give their dishes a try.

Bánh Xèo Bà Dưỡng

Our team voted this as the best banh xeo in Da Nang. Banh xeo which means "sizzling cake," takes its name from the loud sizzling sound it makes when the rice batter is poured onto the hot skillet. This is a savory fried pancake made from rice flour, water, and turmeric powder, stuffed with slivers of fatty pork, shrimp, diced green onion, and bean sprouts. Don't miss out on this classic favorite!

Tau Hu Xe Lam

Young tofu is one of the most favorite desserts of all time for the Vietnamese. With a soft texture, nice toppings go well with the sweet soup and ice. It's extremely refreshing. Tau Hu Xe Lam has many varieties of sweet tofu with different toppings such as fruits, jellies, etc. Enjoy!

Đặc sản Hoàng Tín - Bánh tráng cuốn thịt heo

Rice paper with pork is one of Da Nang's famed specialties. If you consider yourself a foodie, this dish must be on your list. What's in this dish? The ingredients are pretty simple: steamed pork shoulder and buttocks cut into thin slices and fresh vegetables. You might ask how this dish can be so good with these basic ingredients. Well, the secret is in the sauce! A roll of succulent pork strips matched with fresh vegetables and wrapped in rice paper is dipped in the sweet, salty, and spicy mam nem or fermented fish sauce--and that makes the great difference. You've got to try it!

Insider's tip: There are some herbs with a very strong flavors in this dish. I'd try a tiny bite of each and see if there is anything not to my liking. If the coast is clear, then you know what to do.

Sightseeing

The Marble Mountains

Five craggy marble outcrops topped with pagodas form the atmospheric Marble Mountains. Each mountain represents one natural element: Thuy Son (Water), Moc Son (Wood), Hoa Son (Fire), Kim Son (Metal or Gold) and Tho Son (Earth). This area is both a famous pilgrimage site and a place where Vietnam’s marble artisans show their skills. The peaks, caves, tunnels, grottos, and temples hold many surprises, just waiting to be discovered.

Insiders Hint: Onetrip’s Da Nang City Tour will let you in on all the area’s secrets, along with many other local highlights. Consider to take the city tour w Onetrip.

Tips: Read more about "Everything About The Marble Mountains in Da Nang" at:

https://blog.christinas.vn/guide-marble-mountains-da-nang/

Da Nang Cathedral

The Pink Church (Da Nang Cathedral) or as the locals call it, the Chicken Church, is a must-visit for every traveler, even the non-religious, for its remarkable architecture. Built-in 1923 and inaugurated in 1924, the gothic-style church with a rooster-topped steeple has since been a lively place of worship for the Catholic community in Da Nang. The rooster is made of alloy steel, hollow inside, and is used to determine the wind direction. The church's vibrant, photogenic facade has made its appearance in thousands of Ins pictures and probably will make it into yours as well.

The Dragon Bridge

The Dragon Bridge is one of Da Nang's most recognizable structures, shaped to look like a dragon. It is a favorite among residents and visitors, who come for the atmosphere created by the fun-loving crowd that gathers here nightly. Local tip: Every Saturday and Sunday night at 9 PM, the dragon head breathes fire and spits water, creating a colorful spectacle. If you stand on the bridge during the show you're going to get wet!

Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture

With so much modern history to explore in Vietnam, the ancient civilizations of this region often get forgotten. This is a small museum, but it is one of the largest collections of Cham sculptures in the world and has some magnificent pieces.

Tips: It's worth paying the extra $1 or so to get the audio guide. Some of the English signs on the exhibits aren't great.

Chùa Linh Ứng

From the fishing village, you keep driving forward and you will reach your next stop, Linh Ung Pagoda up the hill. This is where a stunning, white, 67-meter-tall Lady Buddha stands and looks out of Da Nang Bay. She is said to protect the fishermen and local residents from storms and give them safe passage.

Further up the steep winding roads and you’ll see a sign pointing to a lighthouse. Follow it to get to one of the oldest trees you’ve ever seen. In a small clearing, a majestic Banyan tree towers over visitors and spreads an aura of peace. Take in the special ambiance of this place before continuing your journey.

Insider's tip: Wear long clothes to show respect.

Ban Co Peak

A little further along the road, you will reach Ban Co Peak. It’s the most famous and beautiful viewpoint on Son Tra and lets you look out over the whole city of Da Nang on a clear day. This spot is also known for its statue of Confucius playing chess, so stop by and pay him a visit.

Tinh Vien Son Tra

Located 10km northeast of the city center, Son Tra Tinh Vien is a unique bamboo sanctuary in the Son Tra peninsula. The surrounding vegetation, quiet atmosphere, and fresh air all year round make for a great place to unwind and disconnect for a bit. Come and stop for a while to rest and recover.

Bana Hills Cable Station

Ba Na Hills is a top-notch resort, recreational, and amusement complex, located atop a hill. It looks almost like a page out of a fairytale, with its cobblestoned paths, castles, gardens, wine cellars, cathedrals, and most of all, the Golden Bridge, that famous bridge that took the Ins world by storm recently. Created during the French occupation as a vacation spot for French officials, it is now a beautiful tourist attraction - great whether you are alone, with family, or on a romantic trip. Make sure to explore the nooks and crannies and take a lot of photos!

A plus: Vietnam's longest cable car takes you to the summit of the hill.

Local drinks

Cộng Cafe

Call it a day at one of Vietnam's most popular and well-loved cafe chains, Cong Cafe. Taking inspiration from the days of communist Vietnam, the coffee shop is filled with propaganda posters and uses old rustic tables and chairs and brick walls. We highly recommend their signature drink, coconut coffee. The richness of coconut and the bitter flavor of roasted coffee blends well to create a drink that's tasty, unique, and refreshing.

Tips: Try it with sunflower seeds, like locals do. If you come at night, you also have an amazing view of the Han River. What a way to end the day!

Getting around

Han Market

Han Market has been in operation since the 40s and is now a landmark of the city. Set within a two-storey building at the grand intersection of Tran Phu Street, Bach Dang Street, Hung Vuong Street, and Tran Hung Dao Street, you will find hundreds of stalls selling an array of locally produced handicrafts, clothes, and accessories. It is very much like a miniature version of Ben Thanh Market, an emblematic symbol of Vietnam. Even if you are not looking to buy anything, it still offers a fascinating glimpse into local life in Da Nang, so do stroll around.

Sun World Asia Park

One of Asia’s most modern amusement parks today, Asia Park is a great place to enjoy a day of rides, attractions, and shows. Even if you’re not into roller coasters and the like, you should stop by here to get on the Sun Wheel, Da Nang’s landmark Ferris wheel that can be seen from almost anywhere in the city. Asia Park is split into two parts to make it easier for you to find your way around. The main area is full of roller coasters, free fall towers, and carousels--there's always something for every age. The second area features scale models of ten Southeast Asian countries’ main sights and highlights their beautiful architecture as well as their traditional foods and traditions.

Opening hours: Mon-Sat 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Sun 9:30 AM – 10:30 PM. Entrance fee: updating

My Khe Beach

Ever wanted to learn how to surf? My Khe beach is perfect for beginners and Danang Surf School provides the everything you need to learn. Their instructors are certified by the International Surf Association and they have all the equipment you need including soft surfboards, vests, and wetsuits. Lessons take around 90 minutes and then you can rent the equipment for as long as you want for the rest of the day. If surfing doesn't take your fancy, what about stand-up paddle boarding? They have lessons for that too.

Tips: You don't need to take lessons to rent their equipment. Just choose the board you like and hit the waves.

Hoa Phu Thanh Tourist Area

Hoa Phu Thanh is 35 km away from the center of Da Nang city, but it sure is worth the trip. Adventure enthusiasts will have the time of their life trying out waterfall sliding, ziplining, boating, or white-water rafting. There's even a fish massage for those who want to try a new way to relax. If you're not the type to crank up the adventure, there are several picnic spots scattered in the area for some downtime. There are only 2 skidding every day at 10 am and 14pm so let's arrange the time to catch up!

Tip: Call to check the weather there before you go!

Night life

OQ Lounge Pub DnD

Right smack on Bach Dang Street, Da Nang's buzzing pub street, OQ Lounge Bar stands out as a crowd favorite. And it's easy to tell why. Cocktails are amazing and there's a DJ playing good music until 2 am. The bar is also spacious and offers a great deal of options for late-night eats. Note that on weekends, it can get pretty crowded. But hey, more people to party with is not exactly a bad idea, right?

An often crowded venue in Da Nang, Bun Cha Ca Ba Phien serves some delicious bowls of fish noodles. The broth is thick, the noodles are slurpy, the fish is fresh and all come in a big and hot bowl. There is bun rieu (noodles with crab broth) that is also very delicious. Try it out.

In recent years, tourism in the coastal city of Da Nang has continuously risen strongly in the world tourism market. Among them, the bright spot that makes the coastal city of Da Nang rise spectacularly is the international Sun World Ba Na Hills project with a series of iconic works and the pride of the city. this sea. So where is Ba Na Hills and what makes the world pay so much attention?

Where is Sun World Ba Na Hills located?

Sun World Ba Na Hills is a tourism - entertainment - resort complex located right in the center of Da Nang city. Located in An Son Village, Hoa Ninh Commune, Hoa Vang District, Da Nang, Vietnam and 25 km southwest of the tourist city center, Ba Na Hills is known as "Miniature Europe" in the South. Danang. With an altitude of 1478m above sea level, Sun World Ba Na Hills is like a wonderland rising in the middle of the mountains and forests of Da Nang, surrounded by green trees and rolling mountain ranges. class.

Sun World Ba Na Hills is extremely proud to receive the prestigious award "Vietnam's Leading Theme Park" at the WTA Asia-Oceania awards ceremony. This place is a paradise of entertainment and discovery for those who are passionate about traveling and virtual living.

How to get to Sun World Ba Na Hills easily

There are many ways to get to Sun World Ba Na Hills, the most popular of which is going to Ba Na Hills by bus and renting a private car.

Most bus routes in Da Nang city can travel to Sun World Ba Na Hills, however for the most convenience, you should choose the Ba Na Hills shuttle bus. These buses will stop at fixed points and you can completely track them through the official website of Sun World Ba Na Hills.

You can take a bus to Sun World Ba Na Hills

The second, more convenient and easier way for groups of 3 or more people is to rent a private car. You will not spend too much time and effort finding your way because there will be "Da Nang natives" who will come to your hotel and take you there and back. The private car rental service has two packages: one-way and round-trip, visitors can choose the service package that suits their needs and budget.

Renting a motorbike is also an interesting way to go to Ba Na Hills

And the third way is also for young people who like to explore new lands, which is to rent a car and go to this famous tourist area in Da Nang. You will be free to choose the route, time, itinerary and comfortably see from every corner of this city known as "Singapore of Vietnam". The price to rent a car for 1 day ranges from 100,000 to 200,000 VND for 1 car. If you rent a taxi, the price will be about 750,000 to 800,000 VND higher.

The "best" time to visit and have fun at Ba Na Hills

Da Nang is a city on the South Central Coast, and is also home to the harshest weather and climate in the second S-shaped country. Therefore, the best time to travel to Da Nang city in general and Sun World Ba Na Hills in particular is April to September. 

April to September is the right time to go to Sun World Ba Na Hills

At this time, Da Nang has little rain and lots of sunshine. However, don't worry, at this time the temperature in Da Nang city will usually be much higher than other seasons of the year, but with an altitude of more than 1000m above sea level, Ba Na Hills has a quite cool climate. Cool and gentle, bringing a feeling of comfort to visitors.

You should avoid traveling to Da Nang from October to March

If you go from October to March next year, Da Nang is currently in the cold season, with lots of rain and low temperatures, which will somewhat affect your trip. Therefore, summer is the most suitable time to travel here. What's better than immersing yourself in the cool water of Da Nang beach and having fun at the largest theme park in the Central region?

Sun World Ba Na Hills ticket price list

Note: People with permanent residence in Da Nang need to bring ID card/CCCD/Birth certificate to apply for preferential prices.

The above ticket price includes:

• Games at Fantasy Park

• Sightseeing areas: French Village, Wine Cellar...

• Tickets to the wax museum, stuffed animal picking, and carnival skills are not included

Vietnamese Buffet fare (Arapang or Lavender)

Adults (over 1m4): 300,000 VND/person

Children (1m - 1m4): 128,000 VND/person

Korean or Asian buffet fare

Adults: 300,000 VND/person

Children: 148,000 VND/person

Dinner buffet ticket price (Beer Plaza)

Adults: 300,000 VND/person

Children: 140,000 VND/person

Buffet fare (Little Tokyo Restaurant)

Adults: 325,000 VND/person

Children: 165,000 VND/person

Cable car combo ticket price + Lunch Buffet

Out-of-province guests:

• Adults: 990,000 VND/person

• Children: 780,000 VND/person

Guests with household registration in Da Nang:

• Adults: 690,000 VND/person

• Children: 550,000 VND/person

Super complex of tourism - entertainment - resort at Sun World Ba Na Hills

The tourist area is known as "fairyland"

As the pride of Vietnam's tourism industry, Sun World Ba Na Hills has affirmed its position on the international map by owning a series of famous projects such as the Golden Bridge and a top-of-the-century cable car system. World continent, French village with classic, luxurious architecture. This place is an entertainment paradise for everyone from old to young, whether going with family or friends, Ba Na Hills is still a great destination.

Wonderland of Vietnam

It is not an exaggeration to say that Sun World Ba Na Hills is a miniature Europe in the heart of Da Nang. Every corner and scene, even the smallest, of this place exudes a luxurious appearance like magnificent castles. We often see this in Walt Disney cartoons from our childhood. Parallel to that is the majestic and beautiful beauty of Da country.

Sun World Ba Na Hills is a key tourist destination of Da Nang

Ba Na Hills officially went into operation in 2009 and completed the entire project in 2018. With large-scale projects and a chain of high-class and attractive services, Sun World Ba Na Hills has become Tourist destination not to be missed when coming to Da Nang.

Ba Na Cable Car - The world's most impressive cable car route

The cable car at Sun World Ba Na Hills is the most modern cable car system in Asia using the most advanced technology from Austria. The length of Ba Na cable car is up to 5,771.61m, the largest cabin can accommodate up to 30 people, the cable car here set 4 Guinness World Records on inauguration day.

Sitting on the cable car cabin, visitors will admire the majestic beauty of Da Nang's mountains and forests like a picture painted with magical materials that only this place has.

The most impressive cable car route in Asia

This cable car route can also be considered a path that leads tourists through heaven's gate and into a wonderland, where troubles and fatigue do not exist. Besides, you will witness with your own eyes the transformation of Da's climate when white clouds cover the mountain, hovering somewhere around the glass cabin that is slowly taking visitors to their dreamland. hybrid.

Ba Na Hills French Village - Miniature Europe in a fairyland

French Village, also known as French Village, was designed from a trip around France by Pigneau Behain, a French missionary, and also the first person to set foot in Ba Na. The French village landscape is also a miniature picture of the "land of love", squares, churches, towns,... all of which have an ancient look mixed with a bit of luxury in French architecture at that time. hour. Buildings with pointed roofs are located close together, making us dream of a fairy tale land with castles and royal balls.

French Village – The fairy garden of Chua Mountain

French Village is also a leading luxury symbol in Ba Na Hills, this place is like a princess of France, with a charming and captivating beauty. Coming to the French village, visitors will not worry about lacking extremely luxurious check-in photos as if they are setting foot in the West.

Festivals often take place here

Besides, this place is also where countless large and small festivals take place with attractive sounds and performances. The performances are imbued with European culture, everything is neat and meticulous down to every small detail such as costumes, musical instruments,...

St Denis Cathedral

Walking around the French village, we can see architectural works of magnificent beauty as if this place had actually brought Notre Dame Cathedral from far away Paris here through St. St Denis Street. The typical Gothic style of European architecture is also delicately depicted in each line.

The castle is as magnificent as in fairy tales

The Chateau De Chenonceau castle makes any guest want to transform into French princesses and nobles and attend luxurious evening parties. From Chateau De Chenonceau, we can see the bustling square, a fairy tale world appearing in everyday life.

Brittany village with classic beauty

Of course, we cannot miss the village of Brittany, an ancient village with Celtic culture. Guests will enjoy sweet honey-flavored Crepes along with the refreshing taste of a cold draft beer. Nearby is the village of Apremont sur Allier, a village with the idyllic beauty of the French countryside. This place is like a humming song, letting your soul follow each melodious rhythm as if all your fatigue is erased. French Village can be said to be one of the most successful projects that Sun Group has created for this sunny and windy Central region.

Golden Bridge - Steps supported by fairies

Surely, the image of the legendary bridge gilded by hands rising majestically in the mountains of Da Nang is no longer far away for many Vietnamese people. This can also be considered the most successful project of Sun Group when bringing its ideas far into the world tourism market. The Golden Bridge is also a project that has wasted a lot of ink and ink on both domestic and international press. international.

The bridge is supported by "Buddha's hands"

Right from the first days of operation, Golden Bridge has attracted countless tourists thanks to its unique design. A series of beautiful names are given to the bridge that makes Ba Na famous such as: world-class virtual living coordinates, top 100 most wonderful places in the world, new wonders of the world...

The Golden Bridge is also considered the "road to paradise"

Possessing "unprecedented" architecture, the Golden Bridge is bent amidst the vast nature of heaven and earth, supported by the hand of Buddha. This place has become a must-try check-in destination when coming to Sun World Ba Na Hills. Every step at the Golden Bridge will make visitors feel that they are getting closer to the fairyland of the future while walking on cloud nine, just a few more steps and we will leave the lower world and enter the land of heaven. fairy.

The magnificent nature of Da Nang from the perspective of the Golden Bridge

The mountains and forests carry the green color of new life, reaching up to welcome the golden sunlight and blending with the blue sky of Da. Indeed, this is a wonderful experience that everyone should try once in their life.

Luxurious vacation at Ba Na Hills hotel

Mercure Hotel is located right inside the Sun World Ba Na Hills area, is a high-class hotel system with a chain of 5-star services to bring visitors a true travel and relaxation trip.

Mercure French Village Hotel

Inspired by the design of French houses in the 19th century with impressive Gothic style, Mercure Frech Village Ba Na Hills takes visitors back in time to the old days with its classic, elegant beauty. Luxurious yet impressive Mercure Hotel. In each room, every detail is meticulously sculpted, as if putting the designer's entire soul into each tile and piece of glass, making this place imbued with the influence of the West, luxury and elegance. delicate.

Luxurious, high-end resort services

Depending on each room type, there will be different areas along with corresponding prices. However, all rooms will be equipped with air conditioning, sofa, TV, bathtub, hair dryer,... to give guests the most complete experience while staying here. Besides, when choosing Mercure Ba Na Hills hotel as a place to rest, you will also receive high-end amenities such as: high-end movie theater, outdoor Yoga & Gym room, Spa & Massage services with international class, hot water bath at the indoor swimming pool, restaurants, coffee shops, bars around the hotel with diverse styles from Asian to European...

Ba Na Hills Golf Course – Class creates value

Located right at the foot of Ba Na Mountain, Ba Na Golf Course is located in the middle of a lush green valley. Currently, Ba Na Hills Golf Course is an ideal destination for the upper class thanks to its prime location and fresh, airy atmosphere. With diverse terrain elevations and the advantage of being located in an area protected from sea breezes by mountains, the golf course in Ba Na is one of the golf courses worth visiting and experiencing for golfers.

Ba Na Hills Golf Course is Asia's leading modern golf course

The training ground has a roof and lighting system that meets international standards. At the same time, this place also provides all amenities to serve the most complete training and entertainment process here.

Thereby, it can be seen that this is not simply a large-scale project but also a symbol of the continuous development and rise of Vietnam's tourism industry. In the future, Sun World Ba Na Hills will increasingly attract more attention from domestic and international tourists, becoming a wonderland that everyone wants to visit once.

Traveling to Hoi An ancient town , you will not only discover cultural values through nostalgic architecture, folk art activities or poetic natural scenery, but also have the opportunity to enjoy delicious dishes. specialty "satisfying arriving guests, satisfying departing guests". Pocket right from A - Z the most complete destinations, accommodation, travel and Hoi An ancient town travel experiences to make your trip convenient and complete!

Introduction to Hoi An ancient town

Traveling to Hoi An ancient town is an interesting and memorable experience for many domestic and foreign friends. Hoi An Ancient Town is a famous tourist destination about 30km southwest of Da Nang city center. No noise or bustle, Hoi An has a peaceful and ancient beauty. The appeal of the more than 400-year-old city comes from its ancient architecture, moss-roofed houses, and colorful lantern streets...

In addition, Hoi An is also famous for its unique traditional festivals such as village tutelary festivals, commemorations of industry masters, celebrations of religious saints,... and games. folk songs such as drill chants, rice pounding chants, hut songs,...

Not only can you immerse yourself in the simple beauty of the old town, traveling to Hoi An ancient town you will also discover the interference between Eastern cultures from Japan, China and Vietnamese culture. Because Hoi An was originally the busiest and busiest trading port that existed under the Nguyen Dynasty about 200 years ago, it was the trade between Vietnam and other countries (Japan, China,...) that created a Multicultural and colorful Hoi An exists to this day...

When is the best time to travel to Hoi An ancient town?

The ideal time to travel to Hoi An ancient town is from February to April every year because during this time the spring weather is cool, Hoi An has little rain & light sunshine, very suitable for tourists to visit and explore. .

May to August is sunny and beautiful, although the period from May to June has some hot sunny days that require a bit of patience, but in return this is a great time to dive and see coral at Cu Lao Cham. Besides, if you plan to travel to Hoi An in other months, please actively monitor the weather forecast to have the most favorable trip!

How to get to Hoi An ancient town

Traveling to Hoi An ancient town, you can choose to travel by many different means: plane, train, bus, passenger car or personal vehicle.

• Plane: To get to Hoi An fastest, you take a flight to Da Nang airport because this is the closest airport to Hoi An (about 30km). From Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, many airlines operate this route, flight time is about 85 minutes. If you want to hunt for cheap tickets, you should research and book tickets about 3 - 6 months in advance.

• Train: you can choose to take the train to Da Nang station. If departing from Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, the travel time lasts about 14 - 17 hours. Ticket prices range from 400,000 - 1,800,000 VND depending on train type and seat type.

• Passenger cars: If you want to save more money, you can choose passenger cars from reputable bus companies. However, if traveling from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, it will take 18 - 20 hours. Ticket prices range from 400,000 - 500,000 VND/way.

• Bus: Because the airport or train station to Hoi An are both in Da Nang, there will be very convenient bus routes to travel between these two locations.

• Personal vehicle: If you want to have an active "backpacking" trip, you can choose to ride a motorbike or car. Hoi An is about 30km from Da Nang, the road is flat and easy to go.

Means of transportation in Hoi An ancient town

To explore Hoi An ancient town tourist areas, you can choose one of the following means of transport:

• Motorbike: this is your personal vehicle of choice. With 120,000 - 150,000 VND/day, you can do a tour of Hoi An ancient town at your own discretion, turning into every big and small alley, stopping to check-in and visit whenever you want.

• Taxi: if you know your way around and don't want to waste time looking for directions, taxi is the most ideal choice to travel to Hoi An tourist attractions.

• Cyclo : walking around the old town by cyclo is an interesting and memorable travel experience you should try. If you want, take a cyclo at Tran Phu or Phan Chau Chinh street, the price is about 150,000 VND/bike/hour.

• Bicycle: this is the ideal choice for you to walk around and explore the peaceful beauty of Hoi An ancient town. Some hotels have free bicycles available for your stay, or if needed, you can rent a bike for only 40,000 VND/day.

Tourist attractions in Hoi An ancient town cannot be missed

Explore the Hoi An ancient town tourist map, you definitely cannot miss the famous & attractive places below!

The ancient houses have bold, ancient architecture

• Phung Hung Ancient House: The house of one of the richest merchants in Hoi An at that time, known as the largest and tallest house in the area. The house is completely built of good ironwood, precious wood, has traditional architecture and shows a well-off life.

• Tan Ky Ancient House: An extremely famous ancient house in Hoi An, it is an attractive place for tourists to stop to visit and check-in. After a century, even through the historic flood in 1964, the house remained intact. Tan Ky ancient house is a combination of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese architectural styles in each pattern. Every detail in the house is built extremely meticulously and delicately, making this place a Hoi An tourist destination that attracts many tourists.

• Duc An ancient house: This is an oriental house in Hoi An. A special feature of Duc An ancient house is the use of wood - a type of wood only found in Quang Nam. Not only attracted by its quiet beauty, this wooden house also holds many furniture, books... with a layout reminiscent of an ancient time.

Famous ancient assembly hall in Hoi An ancient town

• Cantonese Assembly Hall: Located right in the center of Hoi An ancient town, the Cantonese Assembly Hall is very popular. The Assembly Hall was originally a place for business meetings, built by a Chinese Cantonese merchant association, so it has a unique Chinese architectural style. The project is a delicate combination of wood and stone, with delicately engraved dragon and unicorn motifs.

• Chaozhou Assembly Hall: also known as Ong Bon Pagoda. Sophisticated architecture, decorative motifs according to folk legends, especially embossed ceramic motifs create a unique feature of the Chaozhou Assembly Hall.

• Phuc Kien Assembly Hall: known as the largest and most beautiful assembly hall among the assembly halls in Hoi An tourist area. Behind the three-entrance gate, there is a large garden with a rockery with a statue of a carp crossing the Vu gate. Coming to the Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, don't forget to visit the main hall worshiping Thien Hau Thanh Mau, Sinh Thai Goddess, and 12 Midwives. In addition, during the post-mortem, those who come here can light large incense wreaths, often hanging them with informational notes to pray for health and fortune.

Cau Pagoda - Check-in location for everyone

When traveling to Hoi An ancient town, you must definitely stop at Cau Pagoda - a unique check-in location here. Covered Bridge stands out with its wooden pillars, lacquered, elaborately carved, and most especially built on a stone bridge with soft arches.

Covered Bridge is the bright spot of Hoi An, after 400 years it still stands majestically across a quiet branch of the Thu Bon River. In the past, this place was a busy trading port, so there is a bold architectural intersection of Vietnam and East Asian culture such as China, Korea, and Japan. At night, when the Cau Pagoda lights up, the pagoda's shadow falls on the water surface, shimmering and shining amid the prosperity and bustle of Hoi An.

Tran family church

The Tran clan church is a clan church that represents the model of the clan church of ancient Vietnamese people. After 200 years of wind and frost, the Tran family church still retains its ancient architecture. The church was built and decorated very artistically and carefully according to feng shui with a harmonious combination of Vietnamese, Japanese and Chinese architecture. The highlight of the other Tran family church is the 1,500 m2 garden, surrounded by high walls, lush green trees and a hundred-year-old star fruit tree.

Hoi An Market - Culinary paradise voted by Lonelyplanet magazine

Besides Tsukiji fish market-Tokyo-Japan, Borough market-London-UK, La Pescheria-Sicily-Italy market, La Boqueria-Barcelona-Spain market, Mercado-Santiago-Chile central market and New World Central market -New York-USA, Hoi An market is honored to be in the top 7 culinary paradises attractive to both locals and tourists voted by Lonelyplanet magazine.

The most attractive thing to anyone who visits this market is the food area. Countless specialty food stalls are sold close together, not only are they irresistibly delicious but the prices are affordable. Therefore, this is an indispensable place in your Hoi An tour!

Handicraft workshop

The handicraft workshop in Hoi An is a place to preserve and develop 12 traditional Vietnamese crafts including: carpentry, pottery, lanterns, mat weaving, fabric weaving, embroidery, garments, rattan and bamboo weaving. , lacquered hats, wood inlay. Extremely beautiful handcrafted products from meticulous and delicate skilled hands leave a special impression on visitors, making you even more proud and respectful of the Vietnamese people.

Experience traveling to Hoi An ancient town: What and where to eat delicious food?

Hoi An ancient town not only attracts tourists with its ancient architecture and quiet beauty bearing the mark of the past, but also captivates many tourists with its unique cuisine.

Hoi An chicken rice

Chicken rice sounds very familiar, but Hoi An chicken rice has a very different flavor. Delicious, sticky rice served with chicken, onions, Tra Que herbs and sour papaya; Add a cup of rich soup to help make the dish more attractive.

Address:

• Ba Buoi chicken rice at 26 Phan Chau Trinh

• Mrs. Huong's chicken rice - Sica alley

Dam cake – stir-fried mussels

Banh Dap is made from fragrant, crunchy sticky rice; Delicious stir-fried mussels with rich flavors combined together is the dish that "satisfies arriving guests, pleases departing guests" the second most in Hoi An. For every layer of wet rice paper, there is another layer of grilled rice cake with mussels, dipped in a bowl of salty fish sauce, spicy and fragrant with the scent of sea fish, the taste is delicious and hard to resist. Reference price: from 15,000 - 50,000 VND.

Delicious places to eat:

• Cam Nam Hoi An cake shop at 679 Hai Ba Trung, Hoi An

• Ba Gia Hoi An cake shop - Cam Nam commune, Hoi An

Hoi An pancakes

Hoi An banh xeo attracts you with its crispy golden appearance and delicious smell of fresh shrimp & meat. The skillfully prepared dipping sauce, combining just the right amount of rich soy sauce and fragrant peanuts, has captivated the hearts of many food lovers at home and abroad.

Delicious places to eat:

• Banh xeo at Gieng Ba Le restaurant - 45/51 Tran Hung Dao

• Hai Dao pancake at 160 Ly Thai To, Cam Chau, Hoi An

Hoi An Banh Beo

Hoi An banh beo is prepared quite meticulously. To make delicious banh beo, the processor needs to choose good rice and prepare shrimp and meat ingredients. When customers come to eat, the owner puts the bowls on a tray, adds fragrant fillings and onions. To enjoy banh beo, you use a "bamboo knife" (a bamboo stick sharpened into the shape of a blade), this is also a special point that stimulates your curiosity when sipping this Hoi An specialty.

Delicious places to eat:

• Ba Bay's Banh Beo - 2 Nguyen Thai Hoc, Hoi An

• Banh Beo 17 - 17 Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Hoi An

Corn sweet soup - Delicious and cheap Hoi An snack

Corn sweet soup is a rustic dish with a naturally sweet and fragrant taste from Hoi's famous Cam Nam corn. Hoi An corn sweet soup is not cooked with coconut water like Southern sweet soup, but only sprinkled with coconut water when eating to increase the fatty taste, so the sweet soup always retains the original flavor of freshly cracked corn.

Delicious places to eat:

• Sidewalk of Tran Phu street, Le Loi, Hoi An. Reference price: 7,000 VND/bowl.

Mi Quang

At first glance, Quang noodles seem similar to Cao Lau, but in fact, just try one bite and you will immediately feel the difference between the two dishes. Quang noodles have a rich flavor and are eaten with meat, shrimp, quail eggs and typical side dishes such as grilled rice paper and vegetables.

Delicious places to eat:

• Ong Hai Quang Noodles Hoi An No. 6A Truong Minh Luong, Hoi An

• Auntie Hat's Quang Noodles No. 4 Phan Chau Trinh, Hoi An

Cao Lau

According to the elders in the old town, Cao Lau is a dish that has existed for a long time, around the 17th century and is heavily influenced by Chinese and Japanese cuisine. Cao Lau attracts tourists because of the rich flavor of meat, shrimp and spices mixed with irresistibly delicious and chewy noodles.

Delicious places to eat:

• Thanh Cao Lau Restaurant No. 26 Thai Phien, Minh An, Hoi An

• Lien Cao Lau Restaurant No. 21B Thai Phien, Minh An, Hoi An

• Hoi An Ba Be Cao Lau Restaurant, No. 19 Tran Phu, Cam Chau, Hoi An

What to buy as a gift when traveling to Hoi An ancient town?

What to buy as a gift when traveling to Hoi An ancient town? Below are ideal suggestions for you!

• To he: Traveling to Hoi An ancient town, many people have chosen to buy to he as gifts for family and friends. To he Hoi An is not only eye-catching but also symbolizes the ingenuity of the artisan, is the childhood memory of Hoi An people and also the traditional folk culture of the nation.

• Silk: Hoi An is famous for its 300-year history of exporting silk to Eurasian countries. Hoi An silk is not only precious because of its soft quality from natural silk, but also contains many valuable cultural and historical beauty of Quang. Therefore, when traveling to Hoi An, you often choose to buy silk, a Hoi An specialty, as a gift for your family.

• Lanterns: Lanterns are a very familiar symbol in the space of Hoi An ancient town. Nowadays, in addition to traditional lanterns, Hoi An people have created lanterns that can be folded and carried easily, suitable for everyone to buy as gifts for friends and relatives.

How much does it cost to travel to Hoi An ancient town on your own?

To travel to Hoi An ancient town on your own, you need to make a detailed plan and estimate costs for items such as: travel fees to Hoi An, travel fees to destinations while traveling to Hoi An, food and beverage costs, and hotel costs. Hotel, sightseeing tickets,... If you calculate the total necessary costs, it will cost you about 3,500,000 - 5,000,000 VND for a self-sufficient trip to Hoi An for 3 days and 2 nights, not including shopping and expenses. Other arising fees.

This cost is for reference only, costs may be lower or higher depending on each person due to the type of vehicle, hotel accommodation, attractions, dining, service use, and shopping.

Things to know when traveling to Hoi An ancient town

To make your trip to Hoi An smoother, immediately pocket some notes and experiences when traveling to Hoi An ancient town!

• Some tourist attractions in Hoi An ancient town do not have tickets. If you want to visit inside, you should proactively buy tickets at the Hoi An Sightseeing Guide Office.

• Hoi An in the morning is extremely quiet and peaceful because at this time only Hoi An people prepare to welcome the new day. This is the most suitable time for you to explore and enjoy the fresh air and idyllic beauty here.

• On special occasions such as Tet or the full moon, the number of tourists increases so you should actively book a hotel room in advance to ensure there is a room to stay.

• Hoi An is easily affected by storms and floods. Although not too severe, you should still carefully monitor the weather forecast for a smooth trip.

• Every night at Bach Dang Wharf, there are cultural boats performing traditional music, come and feel it!

Known as the most livable city in Vietnam, what is special about Da Nang? Join Top Villa Chain to explore tourist destinations not to be missed when coming to Da Nang!

Chicken Church

Da Nang Chicken Church is located on the busiest street in the city. This famous Da Nang tourist destination attracts tourists by its ancient, unique and extremely new European architecture. Chicken Church has religious beauty and is an undeniable destination for "virtual living" believers.

Address: Chicken Church - 156 Tran Phu

Asia Park

With an area of up to 868,694 m2 on the west bank of the Han River, Asia Park , also known as Asia Park, is an entertainment area in Da Nang of international scale and quality.

The park includes 3 main areas: outdoor entertainment area with modern, adventurous games; The miniature architectural area symbolizes 10 Asian countries, and the third area is where the famous sun wheel is located.

In particular, the Sun Wheel has reached the top 5 largest spinning wheels in the world with a height of 115m.

Address: Asia Park - 1 Phan Dang Luu

Marble

About 7km from the center of Da Nang city, Ngu Hanh Son is considered an artistic masterpiece that brings together all the charming mountains and water bestowed by nature. Ngu Hanh Son Mountain is the most suitable destination for those who love to explore and spiritual travel.

Visitors will visit the unique cave system created by mother nature: Quan Am cave, Hoa Nghiem cave, Thien Long, Linh Nha cave. Interspersed are ancient pagodas and temples with strange spiritual and magical colors.

Address: Ngu Hanh Son

Love Lock Bridge

The love lock bridge in Da Nang is modeled after the world's most famous love bridges in France, Italy, Russia, Korea,... this is the place to prove and preserve the love of couples when coming to Da Nang. Da Nang.

Love Bridge is located between Han River Bridge and Dragon Bridge, from here you can see the other side of the vast city. This place has great meaning for thousands of couples who visit Da Nang. You can bring your own lock or buy a lock at the bridge to hang on the bridge to preserve the love between you and your loved one. .

Address: Love Lock Bridge - Tran Hung Dao

Son Tra Peninsula

Son Tra Peninsula possesses a primeval forest with a fresh climate that nature bestows on Da Nang. Located only about 10km from the city center, Son Tra peninsula is a favorite destination for many tourists, especially for self-sufficient Da Nang tourists.

Famous Da Nang tourist destinations such as Linh Ung pagoda, Ban Co peak, Obama rock beach are all located on Son Tra peninsula, besides this is also the only place in Vietnam that owns a forest ecosystem. and the sea are linked together.

Address: Son Tra Peninsula

My Khe beach

When traveling to Da Nang, you definitely cannot miss My Khe beach, which is so famous with tourists and local people. My Khe Beach is one of the cleanest and most beautiful beaches in Vietnam, among the top Da Nang tourist destinations that you must definitely visit when visiting this livable city.

Address: My Khe Beach

Than Tai mountain hot springs

The hot mineral spring located in the Than Tai mountain tourist area is on the list of the hottest tourist destinations in Da Nang in this city. Hot mineral springs are a suitable place for you to relax and take care of your health.

Hot mineral spring park is a combination of hot mineral bathing areas and high-class resort hotel rooms, spas, cafes, and restaurants for visitors to comfortably enjoy.

Address: Than Tai Mountain Hot Springs Park

Con Market

Con Market is the most famous tourist market in the city, located right in Hai Chau district in the center of Da Nang city. Con Market is always at the top of the list of places to go in Da Nang. This market sells everything from food, household items, fashion,... and you can find anything you want. Want to buy at Con market.

Besides, Con market is also a culinary paradise for many tourists with a food and beverage area filled with specialties of the coastal city such as fresh seafood, banh xeo, spring rolls, spring rolls, banh beo, banh canh. ,… at a very affordable price.

Address: Con Market - 290 Hung Vuong

Linh Ung Pagoda Da Nang

Da Nang has three pagodas named Linh Ung. These are Linh Ung Bai But Pagoda, Linh Ung Non Nuoc Pagoda and Linh Ung Ba Na Pagoda. These three pagodas, whether by accident or intention, are located together in a prime location, forming a "sacred triangle" in the heart of the bustling city.

Address: Linh Ung Pagoda

Hoa Phu Thanh Waterfall Resort, Da Nang

Do you want to challenge your "toughness" or relieve stress with physical activity? Go straight to Hoa Phu Thanh Waterfall Resort. When coming here, "adrenaline addicts" will be able to satisfy their passion for rafting with extremely cool rubber boats. You will be fully equipped with protective gear, so you can feel secure and have fun with the waves!

Address: Hoa Phu Thanh Waterfall Slide Area

Seasoned fish noodle soup

Da Nang's fish sauce noodle soup is marked by the salty fish sauce made from sea fish, the crispy pieces of roasted pork, the cool taste of vegetables and the spicy taste of chili. There are also sour spring rolls, boiled pork belly, pig ears, young jackfruit and attractive beef rolls.

Suggestion to you: Bun mam Ngoc - 20 Doan Thi Diem

Cao Lau

Originally a specialty of Hoi An, when coming to Da Nang, visitors can still enjoy this "authentic" delicious dish. Cao lau is delivered directly from Hoi An, fresh and prepared on the day, served with raw vegetables, bean sprouts, pork belly and crispy fried pork skin.

Suggestion to you: Cao Lau Hoai Pho - 255 Nguyen Chi Thanh

Chicken rice

Chicken rice is an attractive choice for both Da Nang residents and tourists from all over the world. In many different ways of preparation, such as: shredded chicken rice, roasted chicken rice, boiled chicken, greased chicken... accompanied by a bowl of soup and a bowl of pickles that look very delicious.

Suggestion to you: A Hai chicken rice - 100 Thai Phien

Banh beo, nam, filter, less bare

Although they have the same name as Hue cakes, Da Nang's banh beo, nam cake, loc cake, and little tran cakes are varied in their own style. From the wrapping leaves to the filling, diners will feel its unique characteristics.

Suggestion to you: Banh beo Tam - 291 Nguyen Chi Thanh

Mi Quang

Quang noodle soup is not overflowing like other noodle soup dishes, but only slightly overflowing but fragrant, spicy and rich thanks to the secret of special preparation and seasoning. Eating Quang noodles must have raw vegetables such as baby cabbage, thinly sliced banana buds... in addition, a plate of green chili, roasted peanuts, rice paper, lemon pieces and a cup of pure fish sauce is indispensable.

Suggestion to you: Ba Mua Quang Noodles - 19 Tran Binh Trong

Pork rolls

It would be a mistake if tourists missed this dish in their Da Nang culinary handbook. Slices of boiled pork are sliced into large slices and rolled with Dai Loc rice paper, a layer of wet cake, accompanied by raw vegetables, cucumbers, green bananas... then dipped in delicious fish sauce that will make you unforgettable. smell.

Suggested to you: Bi My pork rice paper - Con Market

Fresh seafood

It would be a mistake to travel to a coastal city like Da Nang and miss the opportunity to enjoy rich and attractive seafood dishes. Fresh, delicious, and reasonably priced. Shrimp, crab, fish, squid, crab, oysters... are waiting for you!

Suggested to you: Nam Danh Seafood - Tran Quang Khai

Banh xeo, spring rolls

Banh xeo and spring rolls are also ranked in the "top" list of Da Nang cuisine. Banh xeo is crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, has a greasy smell, and spring rolls are fragrantly grilled. Both dishes are dipped in thick, thick soy sauce that is super delicious.

Suggestion to you: Banh Xeo Ba Duong - 280/23 Hoang Dieu

Fish ball noodles

This is a famous delicious breakfast gift of Da Nang cuisine. A bowl of fish ball noodle soup includes fish cake, kohlrabi, pumpkin, fresh bamboo shoots, some delicious pork floss, onions and tomatoes. There are two types of fish cakes: steamed fish cakes and fried fish cakes. Depending on the diner's choice, the seller will put one or both types of rolls into a bowl of vermicelli and then pour in a very pleasant sweet broth stewed from the fish bones themselves.

Suggestion to you: Mrs. An - 295 Hung Vuong