Hoi An travel guide and tourist information

This small city is located on the South Central Coast of Vietnam, in Quang Nam province. Hoi An was home to the largest harbour in Southeast Asia during the 1st century. The spice trade aided the city’s growth around the 7th century, and again in the 16th century.

Hoi An is home to people of many different cultures, as people from all over the world have settled there throughout its history. The town was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999, which has brought the town to tourist’s attention.

The city is well equipped for this influx of travellers and caters for all styles of tourist. There are many craft shops, tailors and art shops in Hoi An, so visitors can find many interesting souvenirs.

A restaurant scene has developed on the picturesque waterfront, but it is also still possible to find cao lau noodles – which is an ancient dish originating from Hoi An.

Hoi An is definitely worth visiting, it has many historic buildings, museums, interesting shops and is just a few kilometres from the beach. The centre is mainly pedestrianised so it is easy to explore. There is accommodation to suit every budget, from basic backpacker digs to luxury beachfront suites.