Hoi An Ancient Town Walking Tour Half Day
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This tour offers a captivating journey through one of Vietnam’s most charming UNESCO World Heritage Sites. What makes this tour unique is the chance to explore Hoi An’s timeless streets on foot, allowing you to fully embrace the town’s blend of history, culture, and architecture at a relaxed pace. Wander through narrow lanes lined with centuries-old merchant houses, traditional assembly halls, and atmospheric temples that showcase influences from China, Japan, and Europe. Admire the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge, a symbol of the town, and visit bustling local markets filled with vibrant colors and aromas. The tour also highlights Hoi An’s artisan traditions, giving you opportunities to see handicrafts, lantern-making, and tailoring shops that reflect the town’s creative spirit. With insightful stories from a local guide, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of Hoi An’s role as a historic trading port and its enduring charm, making this walking experience both intimate and memorable.
Inclusions
What's included
- Travel insurance: $5,000 USD/ case/ person
- All entrance fees
- Bottled water and lantern: 1 for each
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English speaking tour guide
What's not
- Personal expenses, Tips/ Gratuities...
Itinerary
The first attraction on our Hoi An walking tour is the Japanese Covered Bridge, a symbol of Hoi An Ancient Town. Our knowledgeable tour guide will explain to you the function and meaning of this special bridge. Then, they will take you to the best spot here to take some beautiful photos. In summary, this beautiful wooden bridge was built in the 16th century as a sword stuck on the back of the sea monster Namazu, which has been causing earthquakes in Japan.
After that, we will visit the national heritage house of Tan Ky, an over 200-year-old merchant house of Vietnamese traders. Tan Ky Old House attracts a lot of tourists with its special blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese architectural features. Again, our excellent tour guide will give you a lot of information about this ancient house’s Feng Shui, its settings, and the function of each part of the house.
Next on the Hoi An guided walking tour half-day, we will visit Fujian Assembly Hall (Phuc Kien Assembly Hall). It’s the largest and most beautiful clubhouse of the Chinese traders who come from Fujian Province in China. More importantly, it was a major Chinese community center used to sign business contracts and support Chinese businessmen in doing business. Furthermore, it serves as a temple to worship the goddess Mazu. This figure is the Sea Mother, who helps and rescues people from sea accidents.
Another attraction on the Hoi An Walking Tour that you cannot miss is a Hoi An lantern-making workshop. Here, you can admire the colorful lanterns, the iconic items of Hoi An. Moreover, under the thorough guidance of the artisan, you will make a Hoi An lantern by yourself. After finishing an item, you can keep what you make as a souvenir.
Lastly, the Hoi An guided walking tour will take you to the Hoi An Central Market. There, you will learn more about Hoi An’s daily life, the local culture, and traditions. Our friendly tour guide will help you interact with the locals and show you how to shop at Hoi An Market, a wonderful shopping paradise.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- You will be picked up at your hotel which is located within Hoi An Market
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Local Travel Vietnam
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Under 5: free; From 5 – 10: 75% of tour price; Over 10: Same as adult.
How it compares in Hoi An
- Its from-price is 29% below the median of the 2561 experiences we list in Hoi An.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Hoi An
Lantern-lit lanes, tailor shops and riverside cafés glow after dark in Hoi An, a beautifully preserved old trading port in central Vietnam.
The Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserves centuries-old merchant houses, Chinese assembly halls and temples along the Thu Bon River. The covered Japanese Bridge is its emblem, and old houses such as Tan Ky show the blend of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese influences that shaped the port.
Top-ranked sights in Hoi An: Hoi An Ancient Town, My Son Sanctuary, Japanese Covered Bridge (Chua Cau).
Special offers in Hoi An
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