Vietnam Travel & Tourism

Those who really want to get away from it all select Vietnam as their perfect vacation destination. This stunning country is leaden with dramatic landscapes, small villages and numerous islands and inlets that are simply begging to be discovered. Vietnam is a true adventurer’s dream—while some set off into the maze of small villages and scenic vistas via scooter, others cling to the more tourist-centered locales to take advantage of organized activities and scheduled travels. Guests can lose themselves in the beauty of the rice fields or indulge in the splendor of Halong Bay. Those who are interested in a beach vacation can head over to Nha Trang while guests who are interested in an urban experience can head over to Hanoi to explore a number of tantalizing art and army museums in a city setting.

Guests can indulge their sense of adventure without stepping outside of the city limits in Hanoi. This stunning city is a mix of ancient and modern at its best, offering an endless array of activities to delight even the pickiest traveler. Those who would like to view the historic side of the city can head over to the Old Quarter, which has served as the center of commerce for nearly 1,000 years. Guests who would like to learn more about the city can head over to the History Museum, which resides in a unique building inspired by a blend of both French and Chinese design. Those who are seeking a more somber historical museum can stop over at Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum to view the man’s embalmed body in Ba Dinh Square. Those who are interested in a one-of-a-kind Hanoi experience shouldn’t miss out on a Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre show, which features puppet skits accompanied by an orchestra. Travelers who are craving a taste of some of the city’s historic sites can stop off at the One Pillar Pagoda, which has been standing since 1049, or the stunning Temple of Literature—Quoc Tu Giam—which stands on the campus of the country’s first University. Those who are seeking a bit more of a formal learning experience can pop into the Revolution Museum, which holds relics from the country’s various political movements, or the Army Museum, which captures the stunning steps of the Dien Bien Phu battle and the Ho Chi Minh Campaign. Guests who would like a respite from the war-related relics can stop into the city’s Fine Arts Museum to view stunning artworks from the country’s past and present.

Those seeking a one-of-a-kind experience that is sure to create lifetime memories can head over to Halong Bay. This stunning natural wonder features more than 3,000 islands sprawled throughout the Gulf of Tonkin, sculpted by the tranquil waves. Designated as a World Heritage site, Halong Bay offers visitors the opportunity to paddle, cruise or swim through its scenic waters to discover hidden beaches and grottos. One of the area’s most celebrated marvels is Cat Ba National Park, which features a number of spectacular native animals and waterfowl, along with a rare tree called the Cay Kim Gao. The area is host to two caves, the Hospital Cave and the Hang Trung Trang Cave, which offer a stunning spelunking adventure for those who would like to take a step back into history. Guests who are looking for an overland adventure can embark on an 18 kilometer hike that weaves through the park and summits one of Cat Ba’s mountains. Those who would like to tour the area within the shelter of a group can find several on land, oversea and underground tour groups available at Cat Ba of Halong City.


Worldwide Tourism Popularity Ranking: 30 of 230


Air Travel

  • Quality of Airports: Average (4.2 of 7)
  • Number of Airlines: 41
  • Number of Arriving Passengers: 3747000

Hotels & Lodging

  • Quality of Lodging: Average (4.0 of 5)
  • Number of Hotels: 1307
  • Average Room Rate: $126.13
 

Purpose of Visit

  • Business Trip: 8%
  • Family Vacation: 15%
  • Couples Getaway: 51%
  • Friends Trip: 16%
  • Solo Travel: 13%
 

Top Vacation Destinations in Vietnam

Most popular cities in Vietnam in terms of percentage of visitors and number of hotels:

  • Hanoi

    Popularity: 1 | 35.17% Visitors | 392 Hotels

  • Ho Chi Minh City

    Popularity: 2 | 23.44% Visitors | 238 Hotels

  • Hoi An

    Popularity: 3 | 12.0% Visitors | 63 Hotels

  • Hue

    Popularity: 4 | 8.1% Visitors | 91 Hotels

  • Nha Trang

    Popularity: 5 | 5.19% Visitors | 70 Hotels

  • Phu Quoc Island

    Popularity: 6 | 2.85% Visitors | 22 Hotels

  • Sapa

    Popularity: 7 | 2.73% Visitors | 27 Hotels

  • Phan Thiet

    Popularity: 8 | 2.6% Visitors | 51 Hotels

  • Dalat

    Popularity: 9 | 1.65% Visitors | 36 Hotels

  • Da Nang

    Popularity: 10 | 1.39% Visitors | 50 Hotels

  • Mui Ne

    Popularity: 11 | 0.99% Visitors | 18 Hotels

  • Can Tho

    Popularity: 12 | 0.78% Visitors | 25 Hotels

  • Cat Ba

    Popularity: 13 | 0.54% Visitors | 18 Hotels

  • Halong Bay

    Popularity: 14 | 0.53% Visitors | 35 Hotels

  • Vung Tau

    Popularity: 15 | 0.4% Visitors | 30 Hotels

  • Chau Doc

    Popularity: 16 | 0.39% Visitors | 15 Hotels

  • Ninh Binh

    Popularity: 17 | 0.34% Visitors | 8 Hotels

  • Quy Nhon

    Popularity: 18 | 0.25% Visitors | 11 Hotels

  • Haiphong

    Popularity: 19 | 0.14% Visitors | 15 Hotels

  • Rach Gia

    Popularity: 20 | 0.05% Visitors | 12 Hotels

  • Lao Cai

    Popularity: 21 | 0.05% Visitors | 12 Hotels

  • My Tho

    Popularity: 22 | 0.05% Visitors | 8 Hotels

  • Ninh Phuoc

    Popularity: 23 | 0.05% Visitors | 1 Hotels

  • Dong Hoi

    Popularity: 24 | 0.05% Visitors | 8 Hotels

  • Buon Ma Thuot

    Popularity: 25 | 0.04% Visitors | 6 Hotels

  • Con Dao

    Popularity: 26 | 0.03% Visitors | 1 Hotels

  • Ben Tre

    Popularity: 27 | 0.03% Visitors | 3 Hotels

  • Dien Bien Phu

    Popularity: 28 | 0.03% Visitors | 4 Hotels

  • Tuy Hoa

    Popularity: 29 | 0.02% Visitors | 4 Hotels

  • Pleiku

    Popularity: 30 | 0.02% Visitors | 4 Hotels

 

Top Vietnam Hotels

  • 1
    Hanoi Elegance Diamond Hotel
    32 Lo Su Str., Old Quarter, Hanoi
    99% recommended | 264 reviews
  • 2
    Hanoi Moment Hotel
    15 Hang Can Street, Hanoi
    99% recommended | 100 reviews
  • 3
    Charming 2 Hotel
    31 Hang Ga Str., Hanoi
    100% recommended | 120 reviews
  • 4
    Hanoi Elite Hotel
    10/50 Dao Duy Tu Str., Hanoi
    100% recommended | 80 reviews
  • 5
    Asia Palace Hotel Hanoi 2
    90B Nguyen Huu Huan Str, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi
    100% recommended | 248 reviews
  • 6
    Hanoi Elegance Ruby
    3 Yen Thai Street, Old Quarter, Hanoi
    99% recommended | 648 reviews
  • 7
    Art Hotel
    65 Hang Dieu St, Hanoi
    99% recommended | 115 reviews
  • 8
    Golden Sun Legend
    10 Chan Cam Str, Hanoi
    100% recommended | 215 reviews
  • 9
    Sheraton Nha Trang Hotel and Spa
    26 - 28 Tran Phu Street, Nha Trang
    99% recommended | 74 reviews
  • 10
    Thaison Hotel I
    7+ 9 Hang Voi, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
    97% recommended | 123 reviews