Being a city in Quang Nan province, about 30 km to the south of Da Nang city, Hoi An is an ancient town down the Thu Bon River. With geographical factors and favorable climate, Hoi An was known as an important trading port in Indochina during 17th and 18th centuries. Nowadays, Hoi An tourism is developing and became a major tourist attraction in Vietnam. Therefore, there are many flights from Hanoi to Hoi An to fulfill the traveling demands of tourists.
Japanese Covered Bridge was built in the late sixteenth century, the highlights of this bridge are the dome with the unique design, decorative motifs represent the harmony between many types of unique architecture of Vietnam (Japanese, Chinese, French architecture). Japanese Covered Bridge is a popular spot, attracting many tourists coming in Hoi An. It is also the symbol of ancient and beautiful Hoi An.
Tan Ky House - nearly 200 years old is one of the most popular destinations in Hoi An due to its unique architecture. Tan Ky House is one of the oldest houses of Hoi An, waiting to be discovered.
Cu Lao Cham is the famous touristic destination in Hoi An, famous for its pristine beauty, crystal-clear water, and fresh air. It just takes 20 minutes to come here and admire the panorama of this green space. When walking along Cu Lao Cham tourists can enjoy the fresh air and terrific views of rocky cliffs and sandy beaches.
Da Nang International Airport, Da Nang (DAD) - Vietnam |
Hoi An ancient town has no airport. If you want to get internal flights from Hanoi to Hoi An, your arrival should be at Da Nang international airport. Da Nang international airport is the largest airport in the central region and Highland region. The airport is considered the 3rd large-scale in the country after Tan Son Nhat international airport in Ho Chi Minh City and Noi Bai international airport in Hanoi.
The most convenient way to get from Danang to Hoi An is by hiring a taxi, but tourists also have a cheaper alternative, which is to take a bus.
Jetstar Airways -> 27 USD | Air Ivoire -> 29 USD | Vietjet Air -> 25 USD | Vietnam Airlines -> 30 USD |
Currently, Da Nang international airport has 3 domestic airlines: Vietnam Airlines, Jetstar Pacific and Vietjet Air with the domestic and international routes. Besides, it also has many international airlines. To book flights from Hanoi to Hoi An, you can buy a ticket of 3 above-mentioned domestic airlines. Their flights are operating quite often, so it won’t be difficult to choose a suitable time. The flight time from Hanoi to Hoi An is 70 minutes. Vietnam Airlines has 10 flights from Hanoi to Hoi An per day. Airfare from Hanoi to Hoi An is from 500,000 VND to 1,000,000 VND.
The rich culinary of Hoi An is always a key factor attracting tourists and also the highlight point of Hoi An. Cao lau is considered as a specialty of Hoi An. This famous dish consists of yellow noodles, shrimp, slices of pork and local greens. Like “my Quang”, “cao lau” has a small quantity of broth. Cao lau is eaten with lots of herbs and vegetables which greatly enhance its flavors.
Another specialty you should try when traveling to Hoi An is “my Quang”. “my Quang” is popular around the country and always presented in every meal of Hoi An inhabitants. Traditionally, its main ingredients are shrimp and pork, which are also used to cook the broth. Chicken and fried egg also contribute to the success of this dish.
Chicken rice is quite popular across Vietnam, but in Hoi An, this dish has its own characteristics. When eating this dish, you will feel the aroma of rice, greasy chicken, sour papaya and bitter taste of vegetables. All ingredients create the harmony of chicken rice which makes the reputation of Hoi An chicken rice.
On the main street, Tran Phu tourists can witness dozens of stores of different specialties. It has all the services for you to choose, from fashion boutiques, coffee restaurants to numerous other shops for tourists. Don't miss the beautiful lantern stores. Located in Thư center of ancient town, Hoi An, the market is an interesting attraction for visitors with food areas and souvenir stores. Coming here, you will experience the unique culture of local people and earn vivid memories.
Nguyen Hoang night market is an ideal place for travelers to walk, shop and admiring the beautiful, poetic scenery. Night market has about 50 booths, with varieties of goods, makes bustling shopping area. This market opens at 5:00 pm and closes at 11:00 pm to serve the needs of entertainment, shopping of local people and tourists.
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