Hoi An Ancient Town

Ancient town Hội An, VN-27, Vietnam

What to expect

Hoi An Ancient Town is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Its buildings and its street plan reflect the influences, both indigenous and foreign, that have combined to produce this unique heritage site. The town comprises a well-preserved complex of 1,107 timber frame buildings, with brick or wooden walls, which include architectural monuments, commercial and domestic vernacular structures, notably an open market and a ferry quay, and religious buildings such as pagodas and family cult houses. The houses are tiled and the wooden components are carved with traditional motifs. They are arranged side-by-side in tight, unbroken rows along narrow pedestrian streets

Plan your family visit to the Hoi An Ancient Town with these blog insights 👇

20 Best Things To Do In Hoi An With Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We wandered around the streets to explore the city and learn about its history

Highlights: The family enjoyed seeing the lanterns that line the streets ✨

Danang to Hoi An Vietnam

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Hoi An as a family and would make this trip often, with kids

Highlights: We felt safe taking the bus between Danang and Hoi An ✨

Living in Hoi An Vietnam

This family's experience:

Activities: We walked around the streets and explored the shops and architecture

Highlights: We loved the charming atmosphere and the colorful lanterns ✨

Vietnam with Kids & For Families

This family's experience:

Activities: We lived in Hoi An for six months

Highlights: Hoi An is very dear to our hearts. The kids loved lantern making, Vietnamese painting, pottery, mask painting, cooking, gardening, and more. We also enjoyed banana boat rides, water buffalo rides, kayaking, and mountain biking ✨

A Family Holiday in Vietnam

This family's experience:

Activities: We spent an afternoon in Hoi An, a beautiful ancient town, getting custom-made silk dresses

Highlights: The girls loved having their own dresses made, and the town was charming with its preserved architecture and vibrant colors ✨

Where To Go In Vietnam With Kids (& Important Planning Tips)

This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the narrow streets, lanterns, tailors, and beaches. We also had custom clothes made from some of the finest tailors in Vietnam

Highlights: We were all charmed by the ancient town and its blending cultures ✨