VN · Quang Nam · 15.88°N 108.33°E

hoi an

A lantern-lit old town, tailors who'll make you a suit in a day, and Da Nang's beaches next door.

Best time
February to May. October and November bring heavy rain and occasional floods.
How long
3 days
Getting there
Fly KL to Da Nang, about 2.5 hours, then around 45 minutes by road.
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Dear group chat,A lantern-lit old town, tailors who'll make you a suit in a day, and Da Nang's beaches next door.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingHoi AnVN, Quang Nam
KLhoi an
≈ 1,592 km from KL, as the crow flies
Hội An (Vietnam) – World Heritage Site Hoi An Ancient Town – houses

Photo: Steffen Schmitz (more photos) · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Photos: Wikimedia Commons, credited on each.

A UNESCO-listed old trading port on the central coast, lit by silk lanterns at night, with beaches and Da Nang next door.

Makan

  1. Cao lầuChewy noodles with pork and greens, found only in Hoi An.Map ↗
  2. Bánh mìHoi An's versions are some of the most famous in the country.Map ↗
  3. White rose dumplingsDelicate shrimp dumplings shaped like flowers.Map ↗
  4. Mì QuảngTurmeric noodles with a little broth, herbs and crackers.Map ↗

Things to do

  1. The Old Town at nightLanterns, the river and boats with candles.Map ↗
  2. The Japanese Covered BridgeThe town's 16th-century landmark.Map ↗
  3. The tailorsHave clothes made to measure, often within a day or two.Map ↗
  4. An Bang BeachA relaxed beach a short ride away.Map ↗
  5. Basket boatsRound bamboo boats in the coconut palm waterways.Map ↗

Where to stay

Near the Old Town for the evenings, or An Bang for the beach.

Good to know

  • Entering the Old Town's heritage sites needs a ticket.
  • Leave time for a second fitting with your tailor.

Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.