Hoi An Central Park is one of the interesting things to see in Hoi An Old Town, Vietnam. Besides green areas with trees and pathways, there are some historical remains in this place, making it special. During the day, both locals and visitors come here to take a rest and do exercise. Now, let’s HoiAn Day Trip Company provide all information about Hoi An Central Park.
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Must Knows about Hoi An Central Park
– Location/address: 02 Tran Hung Dao Street, Son Phong ward, Hoi An city, Quang Nam province, Vietnam
– Other name(s): Hoi An Park, Cong Vien Hoi An
– Opening hours: 24hrs a day, 7 days a week
– Ticket price: free
– Reason(s) to visit: the biggest park in Hoi An Vietnam
– Best time to visit: anytime during the daytime
– Time to spend: 20-60 mins
– Travel blog: https://hoiandaytrip.com/hoi-an-central-park
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Things to See & Do in Hoi An Central Park
Army Blockhouses
Along the south side of the Hoi An Central Park (Tran Hung Dao Road), there are a couple of army blockhouses. These are remains of a system to defend the base of the No.102 Battalion of combat engineers of the USA army during the Vietnam War. In the evening on 25th August 1967, Vietnamese soldiers of V25 battalion and local people attacked this place and then captured the leader alive.
In 2020, local authorities designated the army blockhouses at the Hoi An Central Market as historical sites. They are open to the public throughout the day, without any entrance fee.
Remains of Faifo Prison
In the beginning of 20th century, French people requested to build a prison in Hoi An when it served as the capital of Quang Nam province. It’s named ‘Faifo Prison’ or ‘Hoi An Prison’. Here, locals who fought against the colonists were detained and tortured. The total area was up to 2 hectares. Amongst 4 jails, one jail was used for political prisoners and one for women. The security was reinforced by 4-meters-tall brick walls with sharp glass pieces, barbed wires and many guard towers. In August 1945, after Vietnamese struggles for independence, Faifo Prison was closed. In 1947, French people returned to Hoi An and then they constructed a new prison (Thong Dang Prison) because of the increasing number of jailers. Since then, the old prison Faifo has been abandoned.
Remains of Faifo Prison are in the northwest corner of the Hoi An Central Park, by the south side of Ly Thuong Kiet Street. In the past, this prison was not far from the city hall and city police station. In recent years, it’s been restored and protected by a metal fence. In 2024, the provincial authorities recognized Faifo Prison as a historical site. Because of abandonment and conflicts, there are no documents or artifacts exhibited here to see and learn about history.
The Park
In the heart of Hoi An city, the Hoi An Central Park has an area of 45,450 m2, making it the largest public park in the area. It’s surrounded by Ly Thuong Kiet Street (north), Tran Hung Dao Street (south), Pham Hong Thai Street (east) and the Hoi An Hospital (west). People can access this park by any directions.
Before 1945, the Hoi An Central Park was exactly where the largest prison of the city was located. When French colonists withdraw from Vietnam, it’s abandoned. During the Vietnam War, there was a military base of the USA army and South Vietnam Republic here. From 1975 to 1997, a military school was built in the place and then it must be moved to Tam Ky when this city served as capital of the province. From 2005 to 2017, Phan Chu Trinh University was here and later moved to the new location when Hoi An city leaders wanted to build a park.
The Hoi An Central Park was constructed from 2018 to 2020. The total cost was more than 100 billion Vietnam dong, including 70 billion Vietnam dong from Hoi An city’s budget. It has a 2-level building in the middle to promote cultural exchanges, a square in its front, and green spaces filled by trees, pavilions and pathways. The square is paved by stone, has an area of 5,520 m2 and is able to host 5,000 people at the same time.
During the year, the Hoi An Central Park is the hosting place for many events and festivals of the city.
Tips to Visit Hoi An Central Market
– 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 Hoi An Central Park
The Hoi An Central Park is on Tran Hung Dao Street or Pham Hong Thai Street or Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Son Phong ward, Hoi An city, Vietnam. It lies within the Hoi An Ancient Town world heritage site area.
From Hoi An, visitors can go to the Hoi An Central Park by walking, bicycle, motorcycle, taxi/car, electric bus, shuttle bus of the hotel/resort, cyclo, bus/minivan. From the areas of Minh An and Son Phong, the distance to this park is not long. From other areas of the city, visitors can cycle or take a taxi/electric car.
From Da Nang, the distance to the Hoi An Central Park is some 30 kilometers, to the south. Visitors often choose a car or ride the motorbike by themselves. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/zalo/line) to book a private roundtrip transfer by car. If ride the motorbike, the best route is the coastal road (Vo Nguyen Giap Street/Truong Sa Street/Lac Long Quan Street) and then Hai Ba Trung Street. At the crossroad of Hai Ba Trung Street and Ly Thuong Kiet Street, turn left and then follow the road until see the park on the right side. For convenience, we suggest going to the entrance of Hoi An Hospital (Tran Hung Dao Street) and then park there, with a fee of 5,000-10,000 VND/bike/time. From here, it’s not too far to walk to Hoi An Ancient Town.
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 Hoi An Central Market
– 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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