An Hoi Island is an interesting attraction in Hoi An, Vietnam. It’s a small island on the Thu Bon River, the largest river in the province of Quang Nam. During the day, the Old Town looks very pretty if seen from here. At night, it has a night market, a party street, an art performing theatre, lots of restaurants and live music bars, etc. Nightlife on this island is worth spending time on. So now, let’s HoiAn Day Trip Company tell you everything about An Hoi Island in Hoi An.
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Must Knows about An Hoi Island (Hoi An)
– Location/address: Minh An and Cam Pho wards, Hoi An city, Quang Nam province, Vietnam
– Other name(s): An Hoi Islet
– Opening hours: 24hrs a day, 7 days a week
– Ticket price: free
– Reason(s) to visit: one of the best nightlife spots in Hoi An
– Best time to visit: sunset, evening
– Time to spend: 15-20 mins
– Travel blog: https://hoiandaytrip.com/an-hoi-island-hoi-an-vietnam
– Food & drink: yes available
– Shopping: yes available
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Better to Know about An Hoi Island in Hoi An
First of all, An Hoi Island is an approximately-27-hectares island on Thu Bon River, the largest river in the area. Its southern side is bordered by this river and its northern side is bordered by Hoai River, one of its branches. From above, this island has a leaf shape, and is connected with the rest of Hoi An city by three bridges (An Hoi Bridge, Cao Hong Lanh Bridge and 18 Thang 8 Bridge). An Hoi Bridge provides the shortest passage to the Hoi An Ancient Town world heritage area. Furthermore, it’s linked with Cam Kim Island, the other island on the Thu Bon River, by a metal bridge called ‘Cam Kim Bridge’. In the future, there is a new bridge constructed here, and its name will be Kim Bong Bridge, to honor Kim Bong Woodworking Village.
An Hoi Island is named after An Hoi, the most central neighborhood lying on it (although this island has a few neighborhoods). It’s under the administration of Minh An and Cam Pho wards.
During the day, we recommend going to the riverside park along the north bank of An Hoi Island, between Hoai River and Nguyen Phuc Chu Street. It’s known as An Hoi Sculpture Park because it has a collection of stone sculptures carved by artists from many countries in the world. The view from here to the Old Town is very stunning. Visitors will see an exceptionally well-preserved Vietnamese town with tile roofs and yellow walls, and its reflection on the green river, providing many photo opportunities.
The best time to visit An Hoi Island is the evening. During this period, visitors can do these activities here:
– The Hoi An Night Market: the biggest night market in Hoi An which has more than 150 stalls selling souvenirs and street food. All of them stretch along a 300-meters-long pedestrian road. The peak hours are from 7 to 9 pm (earlier and later in the weekend days or holiday season). See more information & details
– Hoi An Lune Center for Performing Arts: this place lies in the middle of Dong Hiep Park (named after Dong Hiep hamlet), at the end of Nguyen Phuc Chu Street. Here, visitors will have the chance to watch world-class live performances in the evening, including Teh Dar (also known as ‘Hoi An bamboo circus show’). It showcases the culture and people who live in the central highlands of Vietnam. See more information & details
– Nguyen Phuc Chu Walking Street: this street is 500 meters long, with restaurants, bars, pubs and spas on one side (south side) and the park/promenade on the other side. At night, it’s one of ‘pedestrian and no-motorized streets’ in Hoi An. Plus the nearby night market and Hoai River, its surrounding area is the most happening in town.
Tips to Visit An Hoi Island in Hoi An
– In the dry season, from February to the end of August, visitors should bring sun cream, sun glasses, hat/cap/umbrella, and bottles of water.
– In the rainy season, from September to January, visitors should bring rain poncho/jacket or umbrella, sandals or waterproof shoes. Check the weather forecast before leaving the hotel and going to the town.
– It’s better to visit Hoi An Ancient Town with a local guide. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo).
How to Get to An Hoi Island in Hoi An
An Hoi Island is Cam Pho ward and Minh An ward, Hoi An city, Quang Nam province, Hoi An. It lies within the buffer zone of Hoi An Ancient Town world heritage area.
From hotels/places in areas of Minh An (Old Town), Cam Pho and Son Phong, visitors can walk or cycle easily to An Hoi Island. From other areas in Hoi An, it’s possible to go by taxi, electric car and bus.
From Da Nang, the distance to An Hoi Island in the centre of Hoi An is some 30 kilometers. Popular ways to get there are by private car and riding a motorbike. The best motorbike route is the coastal road Vo Nguyen Giap and then Truong Sa. In Hoi An, turn right to enter Hai Ba Trung Street, keep going and then follow Tran Hung Dao Street and Cao Hong Lanh Street to discover An Hoi Island.
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD daily organizes transfers to Hoi An and Da Nang. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
Itinerary to Visit Hoi An Old Town for First Timer
First of all, to enter and visit the Hoi An Old Town (the part inscribed by Unesco), visitors need to buy an entry ticket. Its price is 120,000 VND per adult and children above 15 years old and free of charge for smaller kids. Entry to 5 attractions is also included for free. See more information & details
If possible, first time visitors should go with a local guide, to know better about history and culture. Contact us by +84968009827 (call/whatsapp) to book a private English-speaking guide.
We suggest this itinerary for first timers:
Total distance: 1,65 kilometers
– Starting point: the Japanese style gate (the west end of Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street). A model of the Red Seal Ship (Japanese merchant’s ship) and a ticket office are in a close distance.
– Walk along Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street. On this road, visitors will have the chance to sightsee Cam Pho Communal House (ticket required), Japanese Culture Gallery (ticket required), Phung Hung Old House (one of the best heritage houses, ticket required), Nguyen Tuong Family Chapel (in the alleyway, ticket required).
– Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, the symbol of Hoi An. This place definitely is a must see attraction.
– Walk along Tran Phu Street, the most beautiful road in Hoi An, until Hoi An Central Market. On this road, visitors will have the chance to sightsee so many historical attractions. From the bridge to the market, there are Cantonese Assembly Hall (ticket required), Museum of Sa Huynh Culture (ticket required), Duc An Old House (ticket required), Kazik Park (free), Quan Thang Old House (ticket required), Museum of Trade Ceramics (ticket required), Trung Hoa Assembly Hall (ticket required), Fujian Assembly Hall (ticket required), Quan Cong Temple (ticket required), Quan Am Pagoda (ticket required), Hoi An Central Market (free to enter), a couple of rooftop coffee shops, Instagrammable spots, shophouses selling lanterns, food, souvenirs and fashion items.
– Walk southwards and along Tieu La Street (east side of Hoi An Central Market). On this road, there are many vendors and stalls selling a diversity of local products, giving a good chance to know about local life and photograph.
– Walk westwards and along Bach Dang Street (the riverside street). On this road, visitors will see Hoi An Traditional Performance House (ticket required if want to watch shows) and Museum of Folklore (ticket required).
– Turn into Le Loi Street and then turn left, walking along Nguyen Thai Hoc Street. On this road, visitors will see Tan Ky Old House (one of the best heritage houses, ticket required) and Diep Dong Nguyen Old House (not yet opened to visitors, see from outside).
– The ending point: the crossroad near the north end of An Hoi Bridge or the west end of Nguyen Thai Hoc Street. In the evening, from here, visitors can walk cross the bridge and then turn right to see the entrance of the Hoi An Night Market, the biggest night market in Hoi An.
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Guided Tours to Hoi An Ancient Town Vietnam
From Hoi An
– Hoi An Old Town Walking Tour – 2 Hour Express Tour with Local
– Hoi An Half Day Walking Tour: Heritage Sites, Crafts & Show
– Hoi An Early Morning Walking Tour with Local Pho & Coffee
– Hoi An Afternoon Walking Tour + Thu Bon River Sunset Cruise
– Hoi An Night Tour from Hoi An: Lantern Boat, Markets & Food
– Hoi An Walking Tour with Sightseeing & Cooking Class
– Hoi An Late Afternoon Walking Tour with Local Food Tastings
– Hoi An Walking Tour with Thanh Ha Pottery Village by Boat
– Hoi An Instagram Tour: Best Photo Spots & Rooftop Café
– Hoi An Old Town Food Tour with Night Boat Ride
– Hoi An Old Town Private Walking Tour with Local Expert (4 hours duration from departure time)
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD daily organizes tours in Hoi An and Da Nang. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
From Da Nang
– Hoi An Half Day Tour from Da Nang
– Hoi An Night Tour from Da Nang
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Day Tour from Da Nang
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Night Tour from Da Nang
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Highlights Tour
– Marble Mountain, Lady Buddha & Hoi An Day Tour from Da Nang
– Hoi An Day Tour from Da Nang with Chinese Speaking Guide
– My Son Sanctuary & Hoi An Tour from Da Nang
– Golden Bridge/Ba Na Hills Tour & Hoi An Tour from Da Nang
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Tour from Da Nang Cruise Port
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Tour from Chan May Cruise Port
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD daily organizes tours in Hoi An and Da Nang. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
Places to Visit near An Hoi Island in Hoi An
– Bridges: Japanese Covered Bridge (Pagoda Bridge), Moonlight Bridge, An Hoi Bridge (Bridge of Lights), Cam Nam Bridge, Cam Kim Metal Bridge
– Museums: Museum of Sa Huynh Culture, Museum of Sa Folklore, Museum of Trade Ceramics, Museum of Traditional Medicine, Hoi An Museum of History & Culture, Japanese Culture Gallery, Black Sesame Soup Demonstration
– Chinese assembly halls: Cantonese Assembly Hall, Fujian Assembly Hall, Trung Hoa Assembly Hall, Hainan Assembly Hall, Teochew Assembly Hall
– Heritage houses: Tan Ky Old House, Phung Hung Old House, Duc An Old House, Quan Thang Ancient House, Diep Dong Nguyen House, Thai Phien Ancient House
– Temples & pagodas: Quan Cong Temple (Ong Pagoda), Ba Mu Temple, Phap Bao Pagoda, Quan Am Pagoda, Hoi An Confucius Temple, Cao Dai Temple of Hoi An, Hoi An Ancestral Temple, Cam Pho Confucius Temple, Minh Huong Confucius Temple, Vien Giac Pagoda, Hy Hoa Temple
– Family chapels: Tran Family Chapel, Nguyen Tuong Family Chapel
– Communal houses: Cam Pho Communal House, Hoi An Communal House, Minh Huong Communal House, Tu Le Communal House, Xuan Lam Communal House, Son Phong Communal House
– Markets: Hoi An Central Market, Hoi An Cloth/Fabric Market, Hoi An Night Market (Nguyen Hoang Night Market), Cam Pho Market
– Theatres: Hoi An Traditional Art Performance House, Hoi An Lune Center for Performing Arts (now where Teh Dar Show takes place), Hoi An Memories Land Theme Park (now where Hoi An Memories Show takes place)
– Famous streets: Tran Phu Street, Phan Chu Trinh Street, Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, Bach Dang Street/Wharf, Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Cong Nu Ngoc Hoa Street, Phan Boi Chau Street (Hoi An French Quarter), Hoi An Lantern Streets
– Other points of interest: Red Seal Ship Model, Hoi An Evanlegical Church, Thong Dang Prison & Park, Kazik Park (Memory Statue of Kazimierz Kwiatkowski), Hoai River (Hoi An River), Song Hoai Square, An Hoi Sculpture Park, Hoi An Catholic Church, Hoi An Prison, Hoi An Central Park, Ba Le Well, Hoi An Book Street, Hoi An Lantern Park, An Hoi Island, Cam Nam Island, Thu Bon River, Da Ken Tree
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