On an oval-shaped island on Thu Bon River, Hoi An Memories Land is the only theme park in Hoi An city downtown. Its main theme is about the culture of Asian people who lived and traded in the area before, particularly Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese. Besides cultural buildings, restaurants & shops, visitors can watch ‘Hoi An Memories Show’ 6 nights a week. It’s the most amazing spectacle in Vietnam today, and one thing not to miss in Hoi An/Da Nang. In this article, HoiAn Day Trip Company provides all information that visitors need to know about Hoi An Memories Land.
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Must Knows about Hoi An Memories Land Theme Park
– Location/address: Hen Island (Con Hen), Cam Nam ward, Hoi An city, Vietnam
– Other name(s): Hoi An Impression Theme Park,
– Opening year: 2018
– Opening hours: 5 PM to 10 PM
– Ticket price: 50,000 VND/adult & children above 1,4m, 25,000 VND/children from 1m to 1,4m, free for small kids
– Reason(s) to visit: Hoi An Memories Show (Vietnam’s largest outdoor visual art performance), mini shows throughout the night, lovely buildings inspired by Asian cultures, Moonlight Bridge (one of Hoi An’s famous bridges)
– Best time to visit: evening, full moon
– Time to spend: at least 1,5 hours
– Travel blog: https://hoiandaytrip.com/hoi-an-memories-land-theme-park
– Tour guide: contact +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo)
– Food & Drink: yes available
– Shopping: yes available
– Fact: Hoi An Memories Land lies on a separate island from Hoi An city centre.
Hoi An Memories Land Theme Park on Map
History of Hoi An Memories Land
In March 2008, ‘Hoi An Impression Theme Park’ construction project was approved by local authorities. It spans an area of over 11 hectares, or the whole of Con Hen (meaning ‘clam island’), an island on the Thu Bon River. Total cost is up to 43 million USD.
On 18th March 2018, ‘Hoi An Impression Theme Park’ was opened to visitors. Meanwhile, the largest outdoor visual art performance of Vietnam ‘Hoi An Memories Show’ was debuted. After that, it’s honored to be one of the world’s best cultural shows.
In 2022, ‘Hoi An Impression Theme Park’ was changed to ‘Hoi An Memories Land’ because this complex doesn’t have a theme park only, but also a luxury hotel.
On 26th March 2022, the opening ceremony of Vietnam Tourism Year took place at Hoi An Memories Land because Quang Nam province is the host.
Things to See & Do in Hoi An Memories Land Theme Park
Hoi An Memories Show – Hoi An Best Show
The Hoi An Memories Show is the main show and the best of the Hoi An Memories Land. It debuted in 2018, with the participation of nearly 500 actors and specialists, making it the most spectacular in Vietnam. Visitors can watch it every night (except Tuesday), therefore it’s needed to check the date before planning a trip to Hoi An.
This show is 1 hour long and tells the spectators the history and culture of Hoi An, from its beginning to present day. It’s possible to see beautiful Vietnamese women wearing traditional long dress dancing or riding the bicycle or playing one-string zither, groups of young men reclaiming the new land & building new villages, a family catching fishes & collecting snails for living, a wedding between Vietnamese princess and Cham king, trading activities between Vietnamese and people from the rest of the world, boats moving on the river, the love between a girl and a seafarer, Japanese covered bridge, local textile industry, and so much more.
Hoi An Memories Show is absolutely the best show in Hoi An and worth watching anyway. See more information & details in https://hoiandaytrip.com/hoi-an-memories-show
The Moonlight Bridge
The Moonlight Bridge is the walking bridge connecting the Hoi An Memories Land with Hoi An city, from the north direction. It spans a small branch of Thu Bon River flowing between the island and the city, with a length of 170 meters (approx 557 ft). Its design is inspired by the full moon when the Hoi An Lantern Festival takes place. From its top, visitors can see such a beautiful view of the river, boats with colorful lanterns, lots of floating paper lanterns, the theme park, and the city. Interestingly, near the top, the bridge’s floor is glass bottom, allowing the passenger to see the river from a height of nearly 20 meters. In the sunset, the scenery is just mind-blowing. The Moonlight Bridge is a must see attraction in Hoi An. See more information & details
To get to the Moonlight Bridge, visitors need to go to the petrol station on Tran Quang Khai Street or Huyen Tran Cong Chua Street, east of Hoi An’s Old Town.
Visitors have to show the ticket if want to walk on the Moonlight Bridge. If just need a couple of pictures, you can go along the riverside road to find the best spots or book a boat trip. Its opening hours are the same as Hoi An Memories Land.
Mini Shows in Hoi An Memories Land
Once the main show Hoi An Memories Show starts, there are many small shows/performances available to see in the Hoi An Memories Land. All of them are free. The first minishow is at 5:00 PM, and the last one is by 7:30 PM (just before the theatre for the main show opens its door). Visitors absolutely will have a fun time for watching these entertaining performances and take photos then with artists at the end.
Here are minishows which visitors may see when visit the Hoi An Memories Land:
– ‘Integration’ show: a cheerful dancing performance with artists who wear the costume from different countries (to represent the history of Hoi An as an international trading port).
– ‘Fighting with the Tiger’ show: a performance to express the strength and bravery of the Quang Nam boys when they first come to the new lands.
– ‘Queen of Silk’ show: a performance about the love between Nguyen Phuc Lan lord and a beautiful girl who picks the mulberry leaf to raise the silkworms. He later marries her and she helps to develop the local silk weaving industry. People honour her as ‘Queen of Silk’.
– ‘Wedding of Ngoc Hoa Princess’ show: a performance to tell us a true history story. In 1961, Nguyen Phuc Nguyen lord married his adopted daughter to a Japanese merchant, to build up the friendship between Vietnam and Japan. After the marriage, the merchant and the princess went to Nagasaki (Japan) and lived there, to run the business and help locals.
– ‘Calling the general’ show: a performance about the story in which Nguyen Phuc Nguyen lord and his navy won Dutch war ships at Hoi An in the past. Before that, he travels around the country and calls for talents to serve the army.
Vietnamese, Chinese & Japanese Villages
The theme park section of Hoi An Memories Land has three villages to visit. Each one of them is themed on a different Asian culture, including Vietnamese, Japanese and Chinese. In the past, people from these countries lived together in peace at Hoi An trading port-town, bringing it a special cultural fusion.
Here are some information about the villages:
– The Vietnamese Village: has a covered bridge (modelled on the famous Japanese Bridge in Hoi An Ancient Town), a Buddhist temple, a restaurant serving local, regional and national dishes.
– The Chinese Village: has a moon bridge (typical to China), restaurants serving Chinese food, and shophouses. One of the mini shows occurs here.
– The Japanese Village: has a ninja school, Japanese costume rental to take photos, Japanese style garden, restaurants. One of the mini shows occurs here.
Boat Ride on Thu Bon River & Release Lanterns
Visitors can consider taking a boat ride from the Hoi An Old Town to Hoi An Memories Land (with water lanterns to release before the Moonlight Bridge). Not only a transfer, it’s also a good experience and provides many photo/video opportunities. The boarding time is often in the late afternoon, with pick up locations in the Old Town. The ride back is after the Hoi An Memories Show ends. A Vietnamese and English speaking staff will assist and guide passengers.
These are prices of the boat ride to Hoi An Memories Land:
– Boat ride & lanterns to release: 120,000 VND for adults and children above 1,4 meters, 60,000 VND for children from 1 to 1,4 meter, free for children below 1 meter.
– Hoi An Memories Show (Eco class), boat ride & dinner (buffet): 900,000 VND for adults and children above 1,4 meters, 600,000 VND for children from 1 to 1,4 meter, free for children below 1 meter.
– Hoi An Memories Show (Eco class), boat ride & dinner (Vietnamese food set menu): 840,000 VND for adults and children above 1,4 meters, 300,000 VND for children from 1 to 1,4 meter, free for children below 1 meter.
Here are information that visitors need to know once book:
– About the ride to the park, pick up time will be 5:30 pm and pick up place is the Lantern Park (near Cam Nam Bridge, by crossroad of Hoang Dieu St and Bach Dang St)
– All tickets provide a roundtrip transfer from Hoi An Old Town to Hoi An Memories Land. If do not want the ride back, let the staff/guide know to skip it.
– About the ride back to the town, pick up time will be 9:00-9:30 pm (after the show ends) and pick up place is the boat station near the Moonlight Bridge.
– One adult can go with two kids under 1 meters maximum and kids accompanying won’t have a separate seat (shared with parents). The third kid will be charged with adult rate.
– No refund for those who do not show or arrive late.
– Tickets don’t include dinner, drinks or the main show (if do not book the package).
Food & Drink in Hoi An Memories Land Theme Park
The Hoi An Memories Land has a restaurant that is totally constructed by bamboo. It’s Non La Restaurant (meaning ‘Leaf [Conical] Hat’ restaurant). Its architecture is unique to Vietnam, and designed by one of the most famous Vietnamese architect Vo Trong Nghia. Its top looks like a traditional Vietnamese hat. It’s surrounded by a lotus and water lily lake, allowing visitors to see/photograph its reflection on the water.
If book the dinner combo with the park ticket or show ticket, visitors may come here to eat. It’s not far away from the theatre where Hoi An Memories Show occurs, so it’s convenient and easy to time the trip.
In Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese villages, there are some other restaurants to dine out as well. Make sure that you come to the park at least 1 hour before the big show, especially weekends or Vietnam’s national holidays. Because of many customers, the kitchen may need time to make food. The Vietnamese restaurant sure lies within the Vietnamese village. It caters local, regional and national dishes (such as mi quang noodle, cao lau noodle, chicken rice, fried wonton, pho noodle soup, etc).
Near the Moonlight Bridge (Tran Quang Khai Street or Huyen Tran Cong Chua Street), it’s possible to find some local restaurants and eateries. They have tables with a view to the bridge, the river and boats that are pretty to look at.
Hoi An Memories Land Entry Ticket & Price
Hoi An Memories Land ticket price is 50,000 VND for adults & children above 1,4m (4,59 ft), and 25,000 VND for children from 1m to 1,4m (3,28 ft to 4,59 ft). It’s free for kids under 1m. All nationalities pay the same. Inclusions are the entry to all attractions (such as Vietnamese/Japanese/Chinese villages), mini shows, entry to Moonlight Bridge.
Visitors can buy Hoi An Memories Land tickets at the official office near the northern end of the Moonlight Bridge (Tran Quang Khai Street/Huyen Tran Cong Chua Street) or at the main entrance of the park. Because of the cheap price, it’s not necessary to book in advance.
If buy ‘Hoi An Memories Show’ tickets, the entry to Hoi An Memories Land will be included. Its price ranges from 600,000 VND to 1,200,000 VND for foreign adults, depending on the class (or seating location). Please take note that Hoi An Memories Land ticket does NOT include the Hoi An Memories Show. See more information & details
To book Hoi An Memories Show ticket:
– Contact HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo)
– Browse https://hoiandaytrip.com/hoi-an-memories-show-ticket
Tips to Visit Hoi An Memories Land Theme Park
– In the dry season (from February to end of August), visitors should bring sun cream, sun glasses, hat/cap/umbrella, and bottles of water to drink.
– In the rainy season (from September to January), visitors should bring rain poncho/jacket or umbrella, sandal or waterproof shoes, insect repellent, and check the weather forecast frequently.
– Hoi An Memories Land opens at 5 PM, so before that, visitors can visit other must-go attractions in Hoi An, such as Hoi An Ancient Town (nearest), Cam Thanh Coconut Village, An Bang Beach, Thanh Ha Pottery Village, Tra Que Vegetable Village, or go on a sunset boat trip along Thu Bon River.
– If watch the Hoi An Memories Show, visitors need to be in Hoi An Memories Land at least 30 mins before its showtime.
– After the Hoi An Memories Show, to go somewhere or back to the hotel, visitors can go to the main entrance and use a shared shuttle bus there. It can be cheaper than taking a private transfer.
– After the Hoi An Memories Show, visitors can walk to the Moonlight Bridge to come to the other side of the river. It’s very busy (many big buses from group tours). It’s more difficult to catch a taxi or electric car to go somewhere.
Hoi An Memories Land Resort
There is one resort in Hoi An Memories Land. Those who are interested in the park or Hoi An Memories Show, can consider booking its room to stay and receive good deals. The car can take visitors directly to the front desk of this resort. Here, the room is well furnished and all necessary facilities are provided (such as swimming pool, dining restaurants, gym, spa, etc). For further details and make a reservation, please contact the hotel directly.
Is staying in Hoi An Memories Land’s Resort worth it? Yes, it’s worth it. Its location is perfect for those who want to stay close to Hoi An Old Town, but dislike hustle and bustle. On a private and green island, it’s a peaceful place to relax. From here, watching the sunset on the river is also stunning. Sure, in the evening, the theme park and the big show will bring a good time.
How to Get to Hoi An Memories Land Theme Park
The Hoi An Memories Land is on an island on Thu Bon River, in Hoi An city centre. It’s to the east of Hoi An Ancient Town, a very well-known tourist attraction.
Hoi An Old Town to Impression Theme Park
From Hoi An Old Town to Hoi An Memories Land, visitors can walk, take a car/taxi/minivan/electric buggy, ride the bicycle or motorcycle, or take a boat ride.
If like walking, visitors need to find the quickest way to Hoang Dieu Street (the east side of Hoi An Old Town’s pedestrian area). Then, there are three routes to choose:
Route 1: Phan Boi Chau Street – Tran Quang Khai Street – Moonlight Bridge – Hoi An Memories Land
Route 2: Huyen Tran Cong Chua Street – Moonlight Bridge – Hoi An Memories Land
Route 3: Cam Nam Bridge – Nguyen Tri Phuong Street – Luong Nhu Bich Street – Hoi An Memories Bridge – Hoi An Memories Land
If ride the bicycle or motorbike, visitors need to find the quickest way to enter Hoang Dieu Street and then cross Cam Nam Bridge, go along Nguyen Tri Phuong Street. At 200 Nguyen Tri Phuong Street (a sign will let you know), turn left, cross the bridge and then turn right to see the parking lot. From there, it’s not far to find the ticket office and park’s main entrance. It’s free to park on the island.
If want to get to Hoi An Memories Land by car/taxi or electric buggy, visitors need to go to the parking lot on Hoang Dieu Street (near the crossroad of Phan Chu Trinh Street). After that, tell the driver to drive to the park’s main entrance. Because of the short distance to the Moonlight Bridge, it’s difficult to request a transfer to it.
If like going to Hoi An Memories Land by boat, visitors need to go to the quay/harbour by the Hoi An Central Market. There, ask local boat owners for a transfer to the Moonlight Bridge (and then walk cross it to enter the park). When use the boat transfer service from the park, passengers can be dropped off right in the park (but also near the Moonlight Bridge).
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD daily organizes tours and 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!
Da Nang to Hoi An Memories Land
The Hoi An Memories Land is within Hoi An city centre, so the distance from Da Nang is around 30 km. It’s closer if staying in Non Nuoc area, Dien Duong area and further if staying in Son Tra Peninsula.
Two popular ways to go to Hoi An from Da Nang are by car/minivan/bus and riding the motorbike. We suggest visiting Hoi An Old Town first and then go to the Hoi An Memories Land to visit and watch the big show. Please read the above information to know how to get to the park from the town.
HOIAN DAY TRIP CO.,LTD daily organizes tours and 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 Model (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.
For more details and the map, please browse https://hoiandaytrip.com/hoi-an-self-guided-walking-tour
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 with Traditional Art Performance
– Hoi An City Tour: Old Town, Coconut Village & Lunch
– Hoi An Morning Walking Tour with Local Breakfast & Coffee
– Hoi An Afternoon Walking Tour with Thu Bon River Sunset Cruise
– Hoi An Night Tour with Lantern Boat Ride & Dinner
– Hoi An History & Food Tour – Famous Landmarks & Specialty Dishes
– 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
– Hoi An City Tour by Electric Car
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
– Hoi An Night Tour from Da Nang with Coconut Forest Basket Boat Ride
– Hoi An Night Tour from Da Nang with Hoi An Memories Show
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Day Tour from Da Nang
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Night Tour from Da Nang
– Hoi An Full Day Tour from Da Nang
– Hoi An City Tour from Airport
– Marble Mountain, Monkey Mountain & Hoi An Day Tour from Da Nang
– Hoi An Full Day Tour from Da Nang with Chinese Speaking Guide
– My Son Sanctuary & Hoi An Tour – World Heritage Site Tour
– 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
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Day Tour from Intercontinental Danang Resort
– Marble Mountain & Hoi An Day Tour from Lang Co
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 Cam Pho Communal House
– Bridges: Japanese Covered Bridge (Pagoda Bridge), Moonlight Bridge, An Hoi Bridge (Bridge of Lights), Cam Nam 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, Museum of Local Products
– 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, 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 Lantern Park, An Hoi Island, Cam Nam Island, Thu Bon River, Da Ken Tree
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