Hoi An Travel Guide 🇻🇳
Everything you need to know before visiting Hoi An — lanterns, beaches, food & itinerary
🌤 Live Weather — Hoi An
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📌 Quick Facts
Country Vietnam
Region Central Vietnam
Currency Vietnamese Dong (VND)
Language Vietnamese
Time Zone GMT+7
UNESCO Ancient Town of Hoi An
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
eVisa Available 30–90 Days Passport 6+ Months- Indian citizens can apply for Vietnam eVisa
- Return ticket & accommodation proof required
- Hoi An accessed via Da Nang Airport
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Feb–Apr Best weather
May–Aug Hot but beach-friendly
Sep–Nov Rainy & floods
Full Moon Lantern Festival
💰 Average Trip Budget (Per Day)
- 🎒 Budget: VND 900k–1.2M | ₹3,000–4,000 | $35–45
- 🏨 Mid-range: VND 1.6–2.3M | ₹5,500–7,800 | $65–95
- 👑 Luxury: VND 4M+ | ₹13,500+ | $160+
Hoi An is one of Vietnam’s best-value heritage destinations.
🗺 Top Places to Visit
Ancient Town Japanese Covered Bridge Hoi An Night Market An Bang Beach Cua Dai Beach Cam Thanh Coconut Village🚲 Transport & Getting Around
- Walking & cycling best in Old Town
- Grab taxis available
- Da Nang Airport (45 mins)
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Viettel, Mobifone, Vinaphone
- Tourist SIMs at airport
- Strong 4G & Wi-Fi
💵 Money & Payments
- Cash widely used
- Cards accepted in hotels
- ATMs available in town
🍜 Food & Local Cuisine
- Cao Lau
- White Rose Dumplings
- Banh Mi Phuong
- Vietnamese iced coffee
🎊 Festivals & Events
- Hoi An Lantern Festival (monthly)
- Vietnamese New Year (Tet)
- Mid-Autumn Festival
🛡 Safety & Travel Tips
- Very safe destination
- Watch for floods in rainy season
- Use sunscreen & stay hydrated
🙏 Local Etiquette
- Dress modestly in temples
- Remove shoes indoors
- Respect local customs
🎒 What to Pack
- Light cotton clothes
- Comfortable sandals
- Rain poncho (monsoon)
🌡 Weather & Climate
- Tropical climate
- Hot summers
- Heavy rains in autumn
🧳 Suggested 3-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 – Ancient Town & night market
- Day 2 – Beach & coconut village
- Day 3 – Lantern festival & cafés
❓ Hoi An Travel FAQs
Is Hoi An expensive for Indians?
No, Hoi An is affordable and great value for money.
Is Hoi An safe for tourists?
Yes, it is one of the safest cities in Vietnam.
Do Indians need a visa for Hoi An?
Yes, a Vietnam eVisa is required.
How many days are enough for Hoi An?
2–3 days are ideal to enjoy Hoi An.