Hoi An Among 10 Best Pedestrian Destinations In The World
Hoi An Ancient Town in Central Vietnam has been recognized as one of the top 10 car-free destinations worldwide for American travelers by National Geographic in 2025.
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Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Hoi An is rich with ancient buildings and historical sites that date back over a thousand years, making it an ideal destination for culture enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Since 2014, Hoi An Ancient Town has implemented a car-free, pedestrian-friendly zone. Vehicles are banned daily from 9 am to 11 am and from 4 pm to 9:30 pm, promoting a tranquil environment for visitors to explore the town.
Visitors can take a serene boat tour along the picturesque Hoai River, enjoy a unique experience on a basket boat, participate in traditional cooking classes, or visit one of Hoi An's famed tailors to have a custom dress or suit crafted within 48 hours. A must-try local delicacy is the "banh mi," with "Banh Mi Phuong" being particularly famous and highly recommended for both locals and tourists.
Danang And Hoi An To Host Hot-Air Balloon Festival
Danang City and Hoi An Ancient Town are going to hold a fascinating hot-air balloon festival on Saturday, March 27th alongside the welcoming of the first international flights to the city post-Covid-19 pandemic after two years of closure.
Hoi An Is Listed Among The Most Romantic Destinations For Valentine In The World
Hoi An is shortlisted among 21 world's most romantic places for couples to travel on Valentine's Day by Time Out, a famous magazine based in the UK.
Hoi An Wins Asia’s Leading Cultural Destination At World Travel Awards
At World Travel Awards 2021 (WTA), Hoi An has surpassed many competitors including Beijing, Seoul, Kyoto, and Hue to be the winner of Asia's leading cultural city destination.
