The Old Town region of Hoi An is a small but tightly packed area made up of hundreds of historic houses, congregation halls, pagodas and other historic structures that offer an eye-catching vista for explorers. A network of canals divide the district into distinct neighbourhoods, where the former port city’s melting-pot history is reflected in its eclectic architecture; a mix of eras and styles combining wooden Chinese shophouses and temples with colourful French colonial buildings, ornate Vietnamese tube houses and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge with its pagoda. These buildings and streets reflect the indigenous and foreign influences that underpin Hoi An, defining it as a unique heritage centre and multi-cultural melting pot.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Old Town Entrance Fee
✔ Bottled water
✔ English Speaking Guide
✖ Private transportation
✖ Gratuities
✖ Meals
✖ Personal expenses
Pickup Locations
1. Hoian Central Hotel
2. Hotel Hai Yen
3. Anantara Hoi An Resort
4. Hai Au Boutique Hotel and Spa
5. Maison Vy Hotel & Spa
6. Zen Boutique Villa-eco Friendly
7. My Son Boutique Hotel & Spa
8. Thanh Phat Hotel
9. Vip House Hoi An
10. Orchids Homestay
11. Hoi An Grace River Villa
12. Ha An Hotel
13. DK's Hotel
14. Little Riverside Hoi An – A Luxury Hotel & Spa
15. Maison Hai Homestay
16. Ancient House Resort Hotel
17. Golden Bell Boutique Villa
18. Azumi Villa Hotel Hoi An
19. Lasenta Boutique Hotel Hoian
20. Hadana Boutique Resort Hoian
Itinerary
1
Hoi An Ancient Town
The Old Town region of Hoi An is a small but tightly packed area made up of hundreds of historic houses, congregation halls, pagodas and other historic structures that offer an eye-catching vista for explorers. A network of canals divide the district into distinct neighbourhoods, where the former port city’s melting-pot history is reflected in its eclectic architecture; a mix of eras and styles combining wooden Chinese shophouses and temples with colourful French colonial buildings, ornate Vietnamese tube houses and the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge with its pagoda. These buildings and streets reflect the indigenous and foreign influences that underpin Hoi An, defining it as a unique heritage centre and multi-cultural melting pot.
Duration: 3 hours
2
Fukian Assembly Hall (Phuc Kien)
Phuoc Kien Assembly Hall, located at 46 Tran Phu Street, was founded in 1690 and served the largest Chinese ethnic group in Hoi An (the Fujian). It contains the Jinshang golden mountain temple and is dedicated to Thien Hau, the goddess of the sea and protector of the sailors. The pagoda is also a place of gathering for the natives of Phuoc Kien. You must visit this assembly hall to discover an excellent work of architecture, also considered a heritage of historical significance.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Japanese Covered Bridge
One of Vietnam's most iconic attractions, Hoi An's Japanese covered bridge dates back to the 18th century and is a beautiful historical piece of Japanese architecture. It is claimed that it was created by the Japanese then living in Hoi An as a way to reach the Chinese quarter across the water.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
