Hoi An Half Day Walking Tour: UNESO Sites, Culture Show & Best Banh Mi
Approx. 4-5 hours
Walking
From 2 people
Hoi An Old Town
English speaking guide
Meals excluded
Hoi An Ancient Town is a remarkably well-preserved Southeast Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. This UNESCO World Heritage site features a unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, and European architectural influences. Visitors can explore narrow winding lanes, vibrant yellow buildings, and iconic landmarks like the Japanese Covered Bridge, all while experiencing the city’s enchanting lantern-lit atmosphere and rich culinary heritage.
Highlights
Visit Japanese Bridge, the symbol of Hoi An
Visit Tan Ky Old House or Quan Thang Old House
Visit Fujian Assembly Hall or Cantonese Assembly Hall
Visit Museum of Folklore or Trade Ceramics
Watch a cultural show with traditional performances
Try the best Banh mi at famous local family eatery
Contact for reservation/support
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Hotline/WhatsApp/WeChat/Zalo+84968009827
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Emailhoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com
Itinerary
Meet up
Meet up time: 8:00 AM or 2:00 PM (local time)
Our guide will see you at the meeting point – entrance of Phap Bao Pagoda (near crossroad of Hai Ba Trung Street and Phan Chu Trinh Street).
If you go from Da Nang, you can contact us for a transport arrangement, by WhatsApp number +84968009827 or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com. An extra fee is required.
Hoi An half-day walking tour
Within an half-day walking tour in Hoi An Ancient Town, you will come and learn about these attractions:
(1) Japanese Covered Bridge – Symbol of Hoi An: an iconic 16th-century pink stone bridge featuring a small pagoda, blending Japanese, Vietnamese, and Chinese styles over a peaceful canal. See more details
(2) An old house
Option 1 – Old House of Tan Ky: a beautifully preserved 18th-century merchant’s residence showcasing intricate wood carvings, mother-of-pearl inlays, and fascinating historical flood marks on walls. See more details
Option 2 – Quan Thang Old House: a beautifully preserved 18th-century merchant residence where visitors can admire intricate architectural woodcarvings while watching the family continue their long-standing tradition of crafting the city’s famous white rose dumplings. See more details
(3) A Chinese assembly hall
Option 1 – Fujian Assembly Hall: a grand spiritual site dedicated to Thien Hau Goddess (the Goddess of the Sea), featuring ornate gates, colorful murals, and impressive dragon statues. See more details
Option 2 – Cantonese Assembly Hall: built in 1885 by Chinese merchants, is a striking landmark in Hoi An featuring an ornate dragon fountain and a unique combination of stone and wood architectural elements dedicated to Guan Yu. See more details
(4) Hoi An Central Market: a vibrant riverside hub filled with fresh local produce, fragrant spices, handmade crafts, and authentic street food in a lively setting. See more details
(5) A museum
Option 1 – Museum of Folklore: housed in a traditional wooden building, this museum preserves Hoi An’s rich history through ancient crafts, costumes, and cultural artifacts. See more details
Option 2 – Museum of Trade Ceramics: a beautifully restored traditional timber building and showcases a vast collection of pottery shards and artifacts that trace Hoi An’s historical role as a vital maritime silk road hub between the 13th and 19th centuries. See more details
(6) Hoi An Traditional Art Performance House: offers a captivating window into Vietnamese heritage through daily showcases of folk music, traditional dance, and vibrant theater in the heart of the Ancient Town. See more details
(7) Famous tailor in Hoi An: visit a famous tailor shop with 20+ year business and +6000 good reviews on TripAdvisor, where you can talk with local experts for making your own suit, dress, or any other fashion items.
(8) A top-rated coffee shop (if like coffee)
Try the best Banh mi in Hoi An
Our guide will take you to one of the most famous Banh mi stalls in Hoi An:
(1) Banh Mi Phuong (‘Anthony Bourdain Banh Mi’): gained international fame after being featured by Anthony Bourdain and is renowned for its rich variety of meats and a distinctive, savory sauce. See more details
(2) Madam Khanh (Banh Mi Queen): offers a legendary sandwich characterized by its generous pate and perfectly crispy baguette, crafted with a recipe refined over decades. See more details
End the tour
After saying goodbye to our guide, you will freely explore Hoi An. Have a good time!
Traveler's Photos
What's Included
- English speaking guide
- Entry fee to Hoi An Old Town
- Entry fee to Japanese Covered Bridge
- Entry fee to Old House of Tan Ky
- Entry fee to Fujian Assembly Hall
- Entry fee to Museum of Folklore
- Cultural show
- Banh mi (1 sandwich per person)
- Transport to the meeting point in Hoi An Old Town
- Transport from Hoi An Old Town to the hotel
- Tipping for tour guide
- All meals
- Additional activities (shows, boat trips, trishaw riding, etc)
- Personal expenses (shopping, etc)
Additional Information
– Our driver & guide will pick you at your hotel in Da Nang city center (including Hai Chau District, Son Tra District except Nai Hien Dong ward & Tho Quang ward, Ngu Hanh Son District except Hoa Hai ward & Hoa Quy ward) or Hoi An city center.
– In the end of the tour, our driver & guide will drop you off at your hotel.
– Pickup surcharge is required to visitors staying NOT in Da Nang city center or Hoi An city center.
– All surcharges are payable in cash directly to your tour guide.
– No pick up & drop off service in Tan Hiep area of Hoi An (Cham Island).
– Children above 1,4 meters height OR 10 years old will be charged same to adults.
– Children from 1 to 1,4 meters height OR from 5 to 10 years old, will have a discount.
– Children under 5 years old OR 1 meter height, will be free of charge.
– On your day of travel, if your kid is 1,4 meters and above (and you booked a children ticket previously), please pay the surcharge of 350,000 VND in cash.
– On your day of travel, if your kid is 1 meter and above (and you booked a free ticket previously), please pay the surcharge of 350,000 VND in cash.
If you are a group of 4 people and bigger, please contact us directly by WhatsApp number +84968009827 to have better price and better support. We kindly provide free tourist information to make your trip easier and smarter.
For daily tours:
– Any cancellation before 7 days of departure date will be free of charge.
– Any cancellation before 6 days of departure date will be charged 30% selling price.
– Any cancellation before 5 – 4 days of departure date will be charged 50% selling price.
– Any cancellation before 3 – 2 days of departure date will be charged 75% selling price.
– Any cancellation within 24 hours or no-show: non-refundable.
For others tour:
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What to bring/wear
Visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes, hat/cap, sunglasses, sunscreen, rain poncho/jacket (from October to January), cash. To visit the temples, please wear respectively. In other words, make sure that the pants cover the upper knees and the shirt covers the navel, shoulders, armpits. See more details
Contact for reservation/support
If you can not book/pay online OR want to reserve first and pay later OR process a cancellation. Please contact us by WhatsApp number +84968009827 or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com.
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