Hoi An travel tips

1. When is the best time to visit?

 

There are no exact answers for the question when to visit Hoi An because the ancient town offers a wide range of activities to enjoy throughout the year. Precisely, from February to April is the dry season when the temperature stays average and so most comfortable for strolling along old streets, enjoying a cup of tea and street foods without worrying a sudden rain. The temperature gets highest in next period between May and August which is especially perfect for beach explorations in An Bang, Cua Dai, Cu Lao Cham as well as tours among the coconut forest. When it comes to September, the town may have some rain but the wet season really happens from late October to mid-December. The town is prone to flooding, so if you travel by yourselves, it is suggested to double check with your hotels and service suppliers before. Some businesses might suddenly close during that time. You should also bring umbrellas, raincoats to avoid getting wet. At the rest time of year (January- mid-February), the weather is most chilly with slight sunlight and little rain sometimes.

 

P/s: If possible, it is perfect to arrange your trip including 14th day of Lunar month to enjoy wonderful lanterns as a highlight of the town.  

 

2. Top attractions to visit:

 

- Hoian ancient town

- Japanese covered bridge

- Fukian Assembly Hall

- The old house of Phung Hung

- Museum of Trade Ceramics

- Quan Kong Temple

- Old House of Tan Ky

- Thanh Ha Pottery village

- Bay Mau coconut forest

- Hoi An night Market

- Tra Que Vegetable Village

- Cua Dai beach

- An Bang beach

- Cam An beach

- Kim Bong Carpentry Village

 

3.  Think to know before buying custom clothing in Hoian:

 

- Decide on what you want: getting a custom-made clothing is not as buying something in a mall where you can take time and browse. It is easier for both you and the seamstresses when you come in with at least some clues in mind, then have some time enough looking at their catalogs, online photos, and Pinterest pictures.

 

- Choose the right shop: There are over 700 tailors in Hoian whose qualities differ one by one. Therefore, you are suggested to choose the most suitable based on what you want, their experiences, online reviews and prices. The shops on the main streets often offer better services.

 

- For the best results, you need time: Although the makers try hard to make your proper clothes at the limited time you want (less than 1 day), you should allow them 1-2 more days for the process, so that the quality would be the best.

 

 4. What activities are recommended for family trips?

 

There are various types of workshops in Hoian that are good for families including cooking and lantern-making workshops. Also, families are highly recommended o take bike trips through villages and learn about the town’s ancient history. Besides, practicing local fishing and join enjoy rowboat trip through coconut forest are new ways to explore the ancient town.