Hoi An Ancient Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province, Vietnam. Also known as the Hoi An Old Quarter or Hoi An Historic District, it preserves a Southeast Asian trading port whose streets and buildings still reflect its past as a centre of trade.
What to expect
The town is best experienced on foot. Its old streets hold a close-set collection of architecture, and wandering them gives a clear sense of how the port was laid out and lived in. Visitors often remark on the lanterns that light the streets in the evening, which give the old quarter its characteristic atmosphere after dark.
- Walking the historic streets and looking at the preserved architecture
- Exploring the cultural heritage that the site is recognised for
- Seeing the lantern-lit streets in the evening
Planning your visit
Hoi An Ancient Town sits within Hoi An City, so it is easy to combine a visit here with time spent elsewhere in the city. The historic district is compact enough to cover in a day, though a slower pace allows more time to take in the details of the buildings and the streets around them. For up-to-date information on visiting, you can contact the site by telephone at +84 235 3861 327.