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Best Time to Visit Hoi An

The guide was updated: 2024-05-24

The 14th day of each lunar month sees Hoi An celebrate a Full Moon Festival, wherein streets get flooded with lit paper lanterns, food stalls, and souvenir vendors, with traditional performances of song and dance held throughout town. The two best months to visit Hoi An are February and March when temperatures are at their most comfortable. Heat starts to set in the following April, and it gets progressively hotter until July when the rainy season begins.

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Passport / Visa

Passport / Visa

Travellers to Vietnam generally need a visa to enter the country, although some countries, such as Japan, South Korea, and several ASEAN member states, are exempt for short stays. For longer stays, visitors typically require a visa, which can be obtained from Vietnamese embassies or consulates. Another convenient option is to apply online for an e-visa, available for citizens of over 80 countries.

Best Time to Visit Hoi An

Best Time to Visit Hoi An

The 14th day of each lunar month sees Hoi An celebrate a Full Moon Festival, wherein streets get flooded with lit paper lanterns, food stalls, and souvenir vendors, with traditional performances of song and dance held throughout town. The two best months to visit Hoi An are February and March when temperatures are at their most comfortable. Heat starts to set in the following April, and it gets progressively hotter until July when the rainy season begins.

Hoi An Ancient Town Entrance Ticket

Hoi An Ancient Town Entrance Ticket

A ticket is required to enter Hoi An's Ancient Town. This ticket grants access to several of the town's historic sites, museums, and traditional houses. Kiosks selling such tickets are spread through the Old Town and are yellow in colour, with a red sign. Each ticket is valid for 24 hours.

Getting Around Hoi An

Getting Around Hoi An

Hoi An is a very walkable town. Its compact size and pedestrian-friendly streets make it easy for visitors to explore the ancient town on foot. Most of the attractions, shops, restaurants, and cafés are located within a relatively small area, allowing travellers to wander around and immerse themselves in the charm of Hoi An at their own pace. Cycling is another option for getting around Hoi An. If your destination is not within walking distance (although this is rarely the case within town limits), you might want to consider ordering a Grab, the local equivalent of Uber, or a 'xich lo' pedicab, although these are much better suited for leisurely sightseeing tours rather than a functional way of getting from point A to B. This last one is exclusively used by tourists.

Da Nang International Airport (DAD)

Da Nang International Airport (DAD)

Da Nang International Airport is the air hub closest to Hoi An, located around 40km from town, which makes for just under an hour's drive. The best options for reaching Hoi An from here include a pre-arranged transfer (some hotels offer this service), getting a taxi upon arrival (make sure to agree on the fare prior to starting the journey), or a shared shuttle bus offered by several local operators, such as Hoi An Express.

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

In Hoi An, the main pharmacy chains are generally smaller and more locally focused compared to the major cities. However, you can still find a few well-known chains and reliable pharmacies, such as Pharmacity. If you require medical attention or medication that isn't available locally, your best bet is nearby Da Nang.

Post

Post

Packages can be shipped worldwide via Vietnam Post, which is relatively reliable but can take up to several months to deliver parcels (3-4 weeks by air mail). Dai Nam postal service is another alternative local shipping provider.

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +84 Area code: 235

Electricity

Electricity

In Vietnam, electrical outlets typically operate at 220V/50Hz and commonly use plug types A and C. Type A features two flat parallel pins, while type C has two round pins. Travellers are advised to carry a power plug adapter to ensure compatibility with local sockets when visiting the country.

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