Hoi An is a UNESCO World Heritage ancient town that glows magically under thousands of colorful lanterns each evening. Once the most important trading port in Southeast Asia during the 16th-17th centuries, the town preserves unique architecture blending Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese influences.
Beyond its photogenic old town, Hoi An offers beautiful An Bang Beach, the vegetable village of Tra Que for cooking classes, and hundreds of skilled tailors who can create custom clothing within 24 hours. The town's cuisine is legendary, featuring cao lau noodles, mi quang, and banh mi Phuong.