Hoi An is one of Vietnam’s most beautiful destinations and well worth a visit. This charming ‘yellow town’ is etched with history, colour and charm, writes Katie Lockhart When the sun hits Hội An just right, the Old Town glows golden like its rice fields just before harvest. This historic town in Central Vietnam has a slew of attributes that make travellers flock to it, but the distinct yellow colour of its shophouses is its most defining and beautiful characteristic.
Situated along the Thu Bon River, LED-lit boats putter up and down while candle-lit lanterns float along the river. Around Old Town’s maze-like streets, vibrant lanterns hang from almost every corner, as tailor shops, souvenir sellers, cafes and restaurants beckon travellers in. And while Old Town is well worth exploring, Hội An has a lot on offer , from its gentle rice fields to its stunning beaches.
Here are some of our favourite things to do in Vietnam’s most beautiful town. READ MORE: Five ways to get the most out of amazing Hoi An What to do in Hoi An, Vietnam: embrace the slow life Coming from buzzing cities like Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi, Hội An feels like a serene escape. So, go with the flow and embrace the relaxed vibe with these local activities.
Just outside the famed Old Town are palatial patches of rice fields swaying in the breeze. Take your hotel bike (every hotel in town offers them to guests for free) and pedal along the concrete paths that connect the rice paddies, admiri.
