The Ultimate Hoi An Travel Guide (2026)
Everything first-time visitors need for Hoi An: when to go, where to stay, what to eat, the top things to do and how to get around — from local experts. Hoi An is, for many travellers, the highlight of a trip to Vietnam. This small UNESCO-listed town on the central coast blends a beautifully preserved ancient quarter, a thriving food scene, world-famous tailors and a laid-back beach — all within a few kilometres of each other. It is walkable, welcoming and endlessly photogenic. This complete Hoi An travel guide covers everything a first-time visitor needs: when to go, how many days to stay, where to base yourself, the best things to do, what to eat and how to get around. Everything below is written by our local team who live and work here. Why visit Hoi An? Hoi An was one of South-East Asia's busiest trading ports from the 15th to the 19th century, and that heritage still shapes the town. Japanese, Chinese and European merchants left behind a compact old quarter of tile-roofed houses, temples and assembly halls that survived the wars intact — which is why UNESCO listed it in 1999. Today visitors come for a rare combination of things: The lantern-lit Ancient Town — pedestrian-friendly, especially magical after dark. Incredible food — cao lau, white rose dumplings, banh mi and more. An Bang Beach — soft sand and beach clubs, a short bike ride away. Custom tailoring — suits and dresses made in a day or two. Easy day trips — My Son Sanctuary, the Marble Mountains and Da Nang. Ho…
- Published
- 2026-08-30
- Author
- Betel Hospitality Team
