Walking & All You Need For Your Leisure Time

You will soon realize that walking around is both fun and tricky in Vietnam, especially when it comes to finding a pavement or crossing the street. The downtown areas in major cities such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hoi An, have embraced walking street initiatives, making it a popular way for tourists to experience local life and culture.

Photo by @Cao Anh Tuan

In the countryside, walking remains both safe and enjoyable, while areas in the highlands offer a truly relaxing walking experience. However, in urban locations, particularly in crowded zones, it is wise to keep an eye on your belongings while you walk. For additional insights, please refer to our updated travel tips on walking in Vietnam.

Fun Corner:
Joe Ruelle, a prominent Canadian blogger and influential figure in Vietnamese media, humorously remarked about the pedestrian experience in Vietnam:

The traffic rule of thumb that all pedestrians in Vietnam seem to follow is as follows:
- Zebra Crossing: vehicles keep moving, and you might not cross
- Zebra Crossing with red lights: vehicles keep moving, and you still might not cross
- Zebra Crossing with red lights and a few policemen at the roundabout: vehicles keep moving, and you still cannot cross
- Zebra Crossing, red lights, policemen at the roundabout, and the vehicle is out of gas: YES, you can finally cross