Hoi An, Vietnam
Hội An (Hoi An) is located in central Vietnam and known for its well-preserved Hội An Ancient Town, which was inscribed to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List on 4 December 1999.
From Danang to Hội An
The distance from Danang to Hội An is only about 30 km so I just took a Grab (345,000 VND).
Arriving at Hội An
As I had initially planned to take a public bus followed by a Grab from Hội An to Danang International Airport for the flight to my next destination, Ho Chi Minh City, I chose to put up at a homestay near to the bus station, which was also quite close to the ancient town.
The city is also famous for its traditional lanterns, which are lit up at night and create a beautiful and magical atmosphere.
Entry tickets to the ancient town (60,000 VND) can be purchased from booths at the road junctions leading to the old town. Each ticket is printed with 5 smaller tickets to visit designated places of interest within the old town.
In and Around Hội An
Popular places to visit include:
- Chua Cau (Japanese Bridge)
- Hoi An Museum of History & Culture
- Hoi An Night Market
- Hoi Quan Phuc Kien (Fujian Hall Assembly Hall)
- Old House of Tan Ky
- Phung Hung Ancient House
Chùa Cầu
Chua Cau (Japanese Covered Bridge) is a historic landmark here. Built in the late 1500s by the Japanese community, it blends Japanese, Chinese and Vietnamese architectural styles. It is covered by a distinctive roof and features a small shrine at one end dedicated to the Taoist deity Tran Vo Bac De, the protector of sailors.
river tour boats
An Hội Island and Hoi An Night Market
Hoi Quan Phuc Kien
Old House of Tan Ky
Entry tickets to the ancient town (60,000 VND) can be purchased from booths at the road junctions leading to the old town. Each ticket is printed with 5 smaller tickets to visit designated places of interest within the old town.
Phung Hung Ancient House
I visited Phung Hung Old House, Fujian Hall Assembly Hall and Tan Ky Family House with the ticket and Chùa Cầu.
around Hoi An ancient town
After my 2nd lunch, I wondered around and came across Giếng Bá Lễ (Ba Le Well).
After my 1st coffee pitstop, I walked on and came across 2 blockhouses. They were part of the defence system protecting the Vietnam army during the American occupation.
Food and Beverage
Hội An is known for its delicious food, including local specialties such as Cao Lầu (noodle dish which is a specialty of Hội An) and Mì Quảng (Quảng noodles).
Chợ Hội An
Chợ Hội An
My lunch was at Chợ Hội An (Hội An Market) where I had Cháo Gà (chicken porridge) (20,000 VND) and after I have admired enough of the old town, walked to Cơm Gà Bà Buội (22 Phan Chu Trinh) where I my second lunch of Cơm Gà (chicken rice) and chicken salad.
Cơm Gà Bà Buội
Cơm Gà Bà Buội is a popular place to go for chicken rice.
The chicken was shredded, tender and mixed with onions, Vietnamese coriander and lime juice. The yellow rice was fragrant and cooked with chicken broth and turmeric for the rich flavour.
chicken rice and chicken salad (135,000 VND)
KFC and 5 Stars Chicken (a street side stall)
Comparing KFC (40,000 VND) with another fried chicken stall (40,000 VND).
fried chicken
An's Coffee & Tea and Eden Cafe
My 2 coffee pitstops within 2 hours. Coffee overdosed. 😵💫
Departing Hội An
Moving on from Hội An to my last leg of my adventure, Ho Chi Minh City, I had to go back to Danang International Airport (376,000 VND) for my flight as Hội An did not have an airport.
See you in Saigon!
