Places to Go in Vietnam - Places of Interest

Vietnam

Cultural excursions
There is so much more to do in Vietnam than just the odd city tour and museum. Kite making in Hue, a fisherman eco-tour in Hoi An, an educational talk in Hanoi, cycling through the rice terraces of Sapa - there are many wonderful ways to see the country, experience its culture and meet its people.
Cultural excursions
History
Famous for the Vietnam War, you can of course visit the War Remnants Museum and the Cu Chi tunnels in Saigon. However, the country's history has many other facets to be explored such as the old merchant town of Hoi An or the imperial city of Hue. The imprints of the former foreign rules of the Chinese and French are present wherever you go from iconic buildings to everyday life; past and present existing in harmony.
History
Value for money
Vietnam offers great value for money from every angle. From hotels to transport to food, your US dollars or Vietnamese Dong will go far!
Value for money
Local cuisine
Vietnamese food is renowned for its freshness, bold flavours and presentation. It is an integral part of the local culture and each region has its own unique and wonderful dishes. This part of Southeast Asia is undoubtedly one of the best places in the world to eat. And if you want to learn the art of Vietnamese cooking yourself, there are also a number of fantastic cooking courses for you to enjoy.
Local cuisine
People
The people of Vietnam are among the friendliest you will ever meet. They are also extremely resilient having survived foreign invasions by the Chinese and French, as well as famine and war with their cultural identity remaining intact. You only have to witness the National Flag Raising ceremony in Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi to witness a nation united not simply by patriotism, but by a very strong sense of community and respect.
People
Scenery
From the UNESCO site of Halong Bay with its thousands of limestone outcrops to the Tonkinese Alps and lush green rice terraces of Sapa, Vietnam offers an abundance of stunning scenery and landscapes. Besides natural assets, there are plenty of other man-made photo opportunities such as the colourful floating markets of the Mekong Delta and the bustling streets of the Old Quarter in Hanoi.
Scenery

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Bach Ma National Park
Buon Ma Thuot
Cat Tien National Park
Central Highlands
Chau Doc
Con Dao Islands
Dalat
Dien Bien Phu
Ha Giang
Halong Bay
Hanoi
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Hue
Kon Tum
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Ninh Binh
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Phan Thiet
Phu Quoc
Qui Nhon
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- Bach Ma National Park
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- Buon Ma Thuot is the largest town in the western highlands. Activities include crossing Lak Lake on elephant-back or by dug out canoe, trekking in the surrounding hills or visiting local H'mong long houses.
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- Dalat
- Dalat sprung up as a cool respite for the French from the stifling tropical heat of Saigon, and there are still hundreds of colonial villas dotted throughout the town. Dalat Palace is another highlight to see.
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- Kon Tum
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- Chau Doc
- Chau Doc is a bustling Delta town on the banks of the Mekong River close to the Cambodian border. The town also has an interesting little square where you can try the superb local noodle soup day and night.
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- Con Dao Islands
- Located off the south-east coast of mainland Vietnam, the Con Dao archipelago has stunning natural beauty with more than 80% of the islands forming part of a marine and national park.
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- Halong Bay
- Whether shrouded in mist or bathed in sunshine, the sheer island mountains of Halong Bay are one of Asia’s finest landscapes. You can explore the bay by traditional junk or colonial-style cruiser.
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- Hanoi
- There is plenty to see in Hanoi, including the mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh, the Museum of Ethnology, the Fine Art Museum, plus a host of temples and pagodas.
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- Hoi An
- Hoi An is an ideal spot to stop for a few days, shopping in the market or having a silk dress or suit fitted. There are many restaurants, old houses, craft shops and art galleries.
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- Hue
- This romantic city is the best place to experience the country’s imperial past. Other highlights include the atmospheric tunnels at Vinh Moc and the battle site of Khe Sanh.
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- Ky Son
- Ky Son Village is a hamlet of the historic Duong Lam Village, home to many traditional houses of which some are over 200 years old.
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- Lao Cai
- Most people arrive at the thriving transport hub of Lao Cai after the overnight train from Hanoi. One of the many cafes right next to the bridge over to China is a smashing place for a bit of people watching!
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- Mekong Delta
- Perhaps the most scenic river in Asia, the Mekong is also the most vibrant. There is so much to see along the river, including floating markets and villages as well as countless temples.
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- Mui Ne
- Only four hours from Saigon is the glorious unspoiled stretch of sand at Mui Ne. It is one of the driest places in Vietnam, as illustrated by its famous sand dunes, baking hot in the midday sun.
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- Phan Thiet
- Phan Thiet is a small town on the South Central coast of Vietnam traditionally renowned for the production of fish sauce used in local cuisine.
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- Nha Trang
- Best known to the Vietnamese as one of the country’s biggest fishing ports, it is however, the pristine waters and long sandy beaches that attract visitors from outside.
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- Ninh Binh
- Likened to an inland Halong Bay, Ninh Binh's attraction is in its limestone karst topography. The town itself is fairly unremarkable, but as you head further out into the countryside, there is a chance to see rural Vietnam at its best.
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- Northwest Vietnam
- Arguably one of the most beautiful places in Indochina, northwest Vietnam offers the more adventurous traveller an authentic taste of traditional hill tribe life. Visiting a weekly market is highlight here.
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- Mai Chau
- The stunning scenery and engaging White Thai inhabitants, make a stop in Mai Chau a truly memorable experience. You will not have to stray far to encounter both Mong and H’mong people.
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- Sapa & the Tonkinese Alps
- The small French hill station of Sapa nestles amongst the stunning scenery of the Tonkinese Alps. The location make it a great base for exploring remote villages, as well as taking in the superb vistas.
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- Dien Bien Phu
- Dien Bien Phu, and the battle there in 1954, marked the end of French involvement in Indochina. Legend states that the most significant battle sites in the area were nicknamed after the French Colonels' mistresses.
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- Ha Giang
- Ha Giang offers visitors a glimpse of Vietnam from a bygone era. The lively local markets form the lifeblood of the province and villagers in traditional dress gather from miles around to trade, eat and gossip.
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- Phu Quoc
- Situated close to the Cambodian border, the island of Phu Quoc offers an alternative beach option for those wishing to get off the beaten track.
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- Qui Nhon
- Qui Nhon is one of Vietnam’s quietest coastal regions with secluded bays and beaches on an unspoilt coastline.
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- Saigon
- Known by the Vietnamese as Ho Chi Minh City, this astonishing city, full of vitality, was the original "Pearl of the Orient". Nearby are the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels, which were used by the Viet Cong during the war.
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