Things to Do in Hoi An
50 curated spots from Hoi An itineraries
Activities & Attractions
30 curated experiences
Tra Que Vegetable Village
Walk or cycle through herb gardens and small farm plots famous for fresh produce used in local cooking.
2h · $5-10 per person
An Bang Beach
Located 5km north of town, this sandy beach offers swimming, relaxation, and sunset views. Walk along the shore or wade in the water.
2h · Free
Hoi An Ancient Town
Explore the preserved merchant streets, historic houses, and riverside lanes that define the city’s UNESCO-listed center.
2h 30m · $5-8 or Free
An Bang Beach Club
Private cabana, infinity pool, and beachside spa with ocean views.
3h · $75 per person
An Bang Beach Clubs Area
Relax at a beach café or club for a late lunch break, drinks, and shade between swims.
1h 30m · $8-20
An Bang Beach Relaxation
Located just 4km from Old Town, this sandy beach offers a relaxing retreat with beachside restaurants, lounging areas, and swimming opportunities.
2h · Free to $20 per person
Cam Kim Island Cycling Loop
Take a rural bike ride with quiet roads, river views, and small village scenes.
2h 30m · $3-10 or Free
Chef-Led Cooking Class
Participate in guided culinary experiences where you learn to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes using fresh local ingredients from markets, often including a meal with wine pairings.
3h · $50-100 per person
Cooking Class at Red Bridge
Private masterclass learning cao lau and pho with herb garden tour.
3h · $80 per person
Cua Dai Beach
Walk the shoreline, take a swim, or enjoy a quieter alternative to An Bang for part of the day.
1h · Free
Duy Hai Fishing Village
See a working fishing community and the daily rhythm of boats, nets, and fresh catch trading.
1h 30m · $5-15
Duy Hai or Thanh Ha Fish Markets
Visit at 5-7am to watch fishing boats return, offload fresh catch, and observe the rapid sorting and selling process. Experience authentic local market energy and photography opportunities in natural morning light.
1h · Free
Golden Hands Bridge Day Trip
Private transfer to surreal cable car ride and giant hand bridge fantasy world.
4h · $120 + transfer
Hoi An Ancient Town Old Streets
Stroll the grid-like, pedestrian-only streets lined with yellow French colonial buildings, traditional shops, and atmospheric alleyways. Explore without entering paid attractions.
2h · Free
Hoi An Countryside Bike Ride
Ride quiet lanes past rice fields, water buffalo, and village roads outside the historic center.
2h 30m · $5-15 or Free
Hoi An Free Walking & Cycling Tour to Cam Kim Island
Join university student-led tours cycling the 9km Cam Kim Bridge route to Kim Bong carpentry village. Watch artisans hand-carving wooden statues and creating furniture. Ferry included; small community donation requested.
3h · $3-5 per person (ferry + donation)
Hoi An Market
Browse produce, spices, souvenirs, and snack stalls near the riverfront for a lively local atmosphere.
1h · Free
Hoi An Old Town
Wander the UNESCO World Heritage-listed ancient town featuring 15th-17th century yellow-washed buildings, lantern-lit streets, and traditional architecture. Explore temples, shops, and local artisan workshops.
3h · Free
Hoi An Rooftop Viewpoint
Climb up for a final look over tiled roofs, lanterns, and the compact historic core.
30m · $1-3 or included with drink
Hoi An Tailor Fitting
Visit a reputable tailor for fittings or final adjustments if you plan to buy custom clothing.
1h 30m · $20-150+
Japanese Covered Bridge
Visit the most iconic landmark in Hoi An and one of the best-known historic symbols in the city.
30m · Free
Kim Bong Carpentry Village
Visit the craft village known for woodworking and traditional boat-building skills.
2h · $5-15 per person
Lantern Making Workshop
Join a hands-on class to make a traditional Hoi An lantern to take home.
1h 30m · $8-20 per person
My Son Sanctuary
Visit the Cham temple ruins in a jungle setting to see one of central Vietnam’s major historical sites.
4h · $10-25 per person
Night Market
Browse souvenirs, snacks, and lanterns along the river after dark.
1h · Free to browse
Old Town Heritage Houses
Visit a selection of merchant houses and assembly halls to understand Hoi An’s trading history.
2h · $5-8 or Free
Phuc Kien Assembly Hall
See ornate Chinese-influenced architecture, altars, and decorative details in a central heritage site.
30m · $2-5 or included in ticket
Precious Heritage Museum (Rue des Arts)
Visit French photographer Réhahn's exhibition documenting Vietnam's 54 ethnic minority groups through stunning portraits and traditional costumes displayed on Phan Boi Chau Street alongside other local art galleries.
1h 30m · $5-8 per person
Reaching Out Artisan Workshop
Visit the small workshop behind Reaching Out cafe where artisans (many with disabilities) create silver jewelry, embroidery, and handicrafts. Book a free tour online or simply wander the studio.
1h · Free
Reaching Out Teahouse
Enjoy a quiet tea break in a beautifully designed social enterprise space staffed by deaf and hard-of-hearing team members.
1h · $5-12 per personRestaurants & Food
20 local favorites
Bale Well
Do a casual wrap-it-yourself dinner with grilled meats, herbs, rice paper, and local sides.
1h 15m · $10-20 per person
Banh Mi Madam Khanh - The Banh Mi Queen
Grab a crisp, generously filled bánh mì early before the line builds up.
30m · $3-7 per person
Banh Mi Phuong
Try the famous bánh mì with a mix of meats, pâté, herbs, and house sauces.
45m · $3-8 per person
Banh Mi Street Stand
Grab a Vietnamese banh mi sandwich with pickled vegetables, pâté, and fresh herbs from a street vendor near the Old Town entrance.
20m · $1-2 per person
Bep Viet Heritage Restaurant
Elevated traditional dishes like white rose dumplings in a heritage house.
1h · $25-40 per person
Cargo Club Cafe & Restaurant
Enjoy a polished dinner or dessert stop in the historic center with a broad menu and reliable execution.
1h 30m · $15-35 per person
Com Ga Ba Buoi
Eat Hoi An-style chicken rice, one of the city’s essential dishes, before heading out.
1h · $5-12 per person
Faifo Coffee
Have a final coffee stop with a view over the rooftops and lanes of the Old Town.
45m · $3-8 per person
Hoi An Night Market
Browse dozens of street food stalls offering bánh mì, bánh hoai, fresh spring rolls, and local specialties. Sample multiple dishes and eat communally under string lights.
1h 30m · $2-5 per person
La Maison 1888
Fine-dining French-Vietnamese tasting menu by Michelin-starred chef in beachside villa.
2h 30m · $150-250 per person
La Table Hoi An
French fine dining led by Chef Pierre Emmanuel Fritsch featuring seasonal Vietnamese ingredients. Try the Cam Thanh Duck, Beef Tartare, and housemade profiteroles. Riverside setting with carefully selected wine pairings.
2h · $80-150 per person
Lim Dining Room
Innovative Italian-fusion cuisine in a beautifully restored traditional Hoi An house. Blends modern art with Mediterranean flavors in an intimate setting.
2h · $70-120 per person
Mango Mango
Have a modern Vietnamese dinner by the river; good for tasting elevated local dishes in a scenic setting.
1h 30m · $18-35 per person
Mango Rooms
Chef's table Vietnamese fusion with seasonal tasting menus in a lantern-lit villa.
2h · $80-120 per person
Mì Quảng Ông Hai
Start with a hearty bowl of mì Quảng, a regional noodle specialty with herbs and crunchy rice crackers.
45m · $4-10 per person
Mia Coffee
Stop for Vietnamese coffee and dessert in a relaxed setting away from the busiest streets.
45m · $3-8 per person
Morning Glory Original
Order classic central Vietnamese breakfast dishes such as cao lầu or mì Quảng before heading into the historic core.
1h · $8-18 per person
Morning Glory Restaurant
Gourmet cao lau and fresh spring rolls in an elegant colonial setting.
1h 15m · $30-50 per person
Morning Glory Signature
Order a set of central Vietnamese specialties such as cao lầu, white rose dumplings, or chicken rice.
1h 15m · $10-22 per person
Red Dragon Restaurant
Pause for a local lunch with Vietnamese staples after cycling through the countryside.
1h · $8-18 per person