If you have the opportunity, do not hesitate to choose Hoian as the next tourist destination for the journey in Vietnam. Hoian will attract any visitor who comes here.

1. General Information about Hoian

TourismHoian is a city of Quang Nam province, about 30 km south of Da Nang city. With favorable geographical and climate factors, Hoian was once an important international trading port of merchant ships from Japan, China and the West during the 17th and 18th centuries. Ancient documents of the West, Hoian used to be called Faifo. Hoian ancient town has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage since 1999. Hoian tourism is on the rise and become a major tourist attraction in Vietnam.


2. Climate and the best time to travel

In Hoian the weather is divided into two seasons, the rainy season and the dry season. The dry season starts from January to July, the rainy season is from August to December. The truth is that every season of Hoian tourism has its own interesting things. However, the ideal time to go to Hoian is:

3. Transportation

 
Transport in Hoian

4. Foods
 

Hoian is not only famous for tourist spots but also cuisines. There are some dishes you should taste when visiting Hoian Ancient Town: Hoian Bread, Vietnamese Vermicelli (Cao lầu), Vietnamese Pork and Shrimp Dumplings, Vietnamese Rice Crackers - Fried Mussel, Sweet soup made from corn, Vietnamese Turmeric Noodles (Mì quảng), Hoian Pancake (Bánh xèo Hội An), Hoian Chicken Rice (Cơm gà Hội An), Mot...

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5. Famous tourist spots in Hoian
 

Japanese bridge is a pearl in the center of Hoian. It was built in the late 16th century and is called Japanese bridge. In the middle of the bridge is a small temple worshiping Huyen Thien Dai De. The bridge has a unique roof with the structure and decorative patterns showing the harmonious combination between Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and Western architectural styles.
Location: The bridge crosses the the Thu Boc river bordering the road between Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street and Tran Phu Street.


 
Hoai River (the middle of the ancient town) is a should-visit place in Hoian. In the evening, tourists can take boats to feel the night time of the place and enjoy the charming sceneries of Hoai Riversides. At that time, you can drop flower garlands - coloured lanterns into the river and make a wish for you and your family.



Lantern Town is a special place in Hoian. Tourists can see many colorful lanterns and lantern-decor styles in every Hoian’s corner.


 
Hoian alley is an interesting place for those who would like to take cooling pictures. In fact, it is really easy to find a small alley in Hoian ancient town. Yellow wall with Confetti flower is an impressive symbol of Hoian. It is also a great place to have lots of amazing photos.


 
Phuc Kien (Fukian) Assembly Hall: the precursor of the Assembly Hall was a small shrine worshiping the Thien Hau Thanh Mau statue (the goddess blessing for merchants who came here to do business).
Address: 46 Tran Phu Street


 
Trieu Chau (Chaozhou) Assembly Hall was built in 1845 to worship Phuc Ba General - Ma Vien - the god of controlling the wind and waves to make traveling and trading on the sea smoothly and successfully.
Vị trí: 92B Nguyen Duy Hieu Street


 
Quang Dong (Guangdong) Assembly Hall was built in 1885 by Overseas Chinese, first to worship Thien Hau Thanh Mau and Confucius, after 1911 transferred to Quan Cong and Tien Hien.
Address: 167 Tran Phu Street


 
Tan Ky Old House was built nearly 200 years ago, Tan Ky Old House has a typical architectural style of Hoian with many interiors, each with its own function. On February 17, 1990, the Tan Ky Old House was granted a National Historical and Cultural Monument.
Address: 101 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street


 
Tourist Attractions around Hoian

Cua Dai Beach is a beautiful beach with white sand, clear - cool water and fresh seafood (available at cheap prices).
Location: 5 km from Hoian Ancient Town to the east.
 


An Bang beach is one of the 50 most beautiful beaches on the planet.
Location: Located in Cam An ward, located about 3 km from the center of Hoian Ancient Town to the East.


 
Cu Lao Cham is the island with wild and rustic beauty. 


 
Thanh Ha Pottery Village: In the 16th and 17th centuries, Thanh Ha was a very prosperous village, famous for its pottery. Products are mainly used for daily life such as cups, bowls, jars, vases, flower pots… with many styles and colors. Thanh Ha pottery is lighter than other local products.
Location: Located 3 km from Hoian to the west (traveling by boat for nearly 30 minutes from the Hoian Ancient Town wharf).


 

6. Other tips
 

7. Hoian Tours 
 
Based on your requirement and expectation, Vietnam Scenery Travel Agency operates and provides many types of Hoian tours for tourists to choose:

Wish you have a good next trip in Hoian and anywhere in Vietnam!!!