Discover Vietnam
Your complete travel guide with tips, guides, and local insights
Popular Cities
Explore our handpicked destinations across Vietnam
Northern VietnamHanoi (Ha Noi)
Vietnam's thousand-year-old capital is a captivating blend of ancient temples, tree-lined boulevards, and the chaotic energy of the Old Quarter. Hanoi rewards those who slow down to savor its legendary street food, misty lakes, and French colonial architecture layered over centuries of Vietnamese history.
Southern VietnamHo Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Vietnam's largest and most dynamic city pulses with energy from dawn to well past midnight. Known locally as Saigon, this southern metropolis offers world-class street food, sobering war history museums, French colonial landmarks, and a booming modern skyline that rivals any Southeast Asian capital.
Central VietnamDa Nang
Central Vietnam's largest city combines stunning beaches, dramatic mountain scenery, and modern infrastructure in one surprisingly livable package. Da Nang serves as the perfect base for exploring the UNESCO heritage sites of Hoi An and Hue while offering its own impressive attractions like the Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills.
Central VietnamHoi An
This exquisitely preserved ancient trading port glows with hundreds of silk lanterns each evening, creating one of Vietnam's most photographed scenes. Hoi An's UNESCO-listed Old Town, world-renowned tailor shops, exceptional cuisine, and nearby beaches make it a destination that travelers consistently rank among their favorites in all of Southeast Asia.
Central VietnamHue
Vietnam's former imperial capital sits gracefully along the Perfume River, its massive citadel and ornate royal tombs bearing witness to the Nguyen Dynasty's 143-year reign. Hue is also celebrated as Vietnam's culinary capital, famous for its refined royal cuisine and fiery local dishes that reflect centuries of courtly sophistication.
South-Central CoastNha Trang
Vietnam's most popular beach resort city stretches along a stunning 6-kilometer crescent of golden sand backed by a lively promenade. Nha Trang offers excellent diving and snorkeling around nearby islands, ancient Cham temple ruins, rejuvenating mud baths, and a vibrant nightlife scene that attracts both international visitors and vacationing Vietnamese.
Local Food
Savor the iconic flavors of Vietnam — from street stalls to local favorites
SoupPho
MildVietnam's iconic rice noodle soup featuring a deeply aromatic broth simmered for hours with star anise, cinnamon, and charred ginger, served with silky flat noodles and your choice of beef or chicken.
SandwichBanh Mi
MildA crispy, airy baguette filled with a harmonious combination of savory meats, pickled daikon and carrot, fresh cilantro, sliced chili, and rich pate — a perfect fusion of French and Vietnamese culinary traditions.
NoodleBun Cha
MildHanoi's beloved lunchtime dish of smoky charcoal-grilled pork patties and sliced pork belly served in a sweet and tangy dipping broth alongside rice vermicelli noodles and a basket of fresh herbs.
AppetizerGoi Cuon
MildTranslucent rice paper rolls filled with shrimp, pork, rice vermicelli, and fresh herbs, served with a rich peanut hoisin dipping sauce — a refreshing and healthy Vietnamese classic.
PancakeBanh Xeo
MildA sizzling crispy crepe made from rice flour and turmeric, stuffed with shrimp, pork, bean sprouts, and mung beans, then wrapped in lettuce and herbs before dipping in nuoc cham sauce.
SoupBun Bo Hue
HotA bold, spicy beef noodle soup from the former imperial capital of Hue, featuring thick round rice noodles in a lemongrass-infused broth colored vibrant red with annatto oil and fermented shrimp paste.
Must-Try Vietnamese Drinks
From world-famous coffee to refreshing tropical sips
Vietnam's Beautiful Islands
Pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and tropical paradise awaits
Phu Quoc
Vietnam's largest island sits in the Gulf of Thailand, offering powdery white-sand beaches, world-class sunsets, vibrant coral reefs, and a unique heritage of fish sauce and pepper production. Phu Quoc has grown into a full-fledged resort destination while retaining its tropical island soul.
Con Dao
A remote archipelago of 16 islands off Vietnam's southeastern coast, Con Dao combines pristine marine ecosystems, nesting sea turtles, and a harrowing colonial-era prison history. This is Vietnam's most exclusive island destination, favored by those seeking solitude and natural beauty.
Cat Ba
The largest island in Ha Long Bay, Cat Ba serves as a less-crowded gateway to Vietnam's most famous seascape while offering its own national park, endangered langur monkeys, rock climbing, and a laid-back fishing village atmosphere.
Ly Son
A tiny volcanic island off the central coast of Quang Ngai province, Ly Son is famous for its garlic cultivation, dramatic geological formations, and deep-sea fishing traditions. This is Vietnam at its most authentic and untouched by mass tourism.
Travel Essentials
Everything you need to plan and prepare for your Vietnam trip
Visa Guide
E-visa, visa on arrival, exemptions, and step-by-step application help.
Transport
Trains, buses, flights, and motorbike tips to get around like a local.
Weather & Seasons
Best time to visit, regional climates, and what to pack each month.
Practical Info
Currency, tipping, power outlets, safety, and cultural etiquette tips.
eSIM & Internet
Stay connected with the best eSIM and SIM card options for travelers.
Travel Insurance
Compare plans and find the right coverage for your Vietnam adventure.
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