Hoi An Ancient Town Tour & Lantern Making Class – UNESCO Heritage

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Step into the Museum of Folk Culture, one of the most insightful cultural attractions in Hoi An Ancient Town. This museum offers a deep look into the daily life, traditions, and heritage of Vietnamese people through beautifully preserved artifacts, traditional costumes, tools, and historical exhibits. As you walk through the museum, you will discover how local communities lived, worked, and celebrated festivals in ancient times. From farming tools and fishing equipment to traditional performance arts and crafts, every display tells a story of Vietnam’s rich cultural identity. The museum also highlights Hoi An’s role as a historic trading port, where Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese cultures blended to create a unique heritage still visible today. This stop gives travelers a meaningful cultural foundation before continuing the walking tour through the ancient town.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2

  Step inside the beautifully preserved Tan Ky Ancient House, one of the oldest merchant houses in Hoi An Ancient Town and a rare example of traditional Vietnamese architecture that has been passed down through generations. Built over 200 years ago, this historic home offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a wealthy trading family during Hoi An’s golden age as a bustling international port. As you walk through its narrow wooden corridors, you’ll see a perfect blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese design influences that reflect the town’s multicultural heritage.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Japanese Covered Bridge

  Step into one of the most iconic landmarks of Hoi An Ancient Town, the beautifully preserved Japanese Covered Bridge, locally known as Chùa Cầu. Built in the 16th–17th century by Japanese merchants, this historic bridge is a powerful symbol of cultural exchange between Japan, China, and Vietnam during Hoi An’s trading era. As you walk across the wooden bridge, you’ll notice its unique roofed structure, intricate carvings, and peaceful atmosphere overlooking the small canal below. The bridge is not only a functional crossing but also a spiritual site, housing a small temple dedicated to the northern deity believed to protect the town from earthquakes and disasters. Your guide will share the fascinating legends and history behind its construction, explaining how it became a cultural and architectural treasure of Vietnam. The bridge also offers one of the best photo spots in Hoi An, especially during sunset when lanterns begin to glow across the ancient town.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4
  The Old House of Phung Hung

  one of the most well-preserved merchant homes in Hoi An Ancient Town, offering a rare look into the lifestyle of a wealthy trading family during the town’s golden commercial era. Built over 200 years ago, this traditional wooden house reflects a unique blend of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese architectural influences—showcasing how Hoi An once thrived as an international trading port. The structure features strong wooden pillars, elevated floors to protect against flooding, and intricate craftsmanship that has stood the test of time. Inside, you’ll find original family belongings, antiques, and traditional trading artifacts that reveal how merchants lived, worked, and managed their business across generations. Each room tells a story of commerce, culture, and daily life in ancient Hoi An. Your guide will explain the history of the merchant family and how these old houses played a key role in shaping the economic and cultural identity of the city.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Hoi An

  Discover the timeless beauty of Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most charming and well-preserved trading ports in Southeast Asia. This magical town is famous for its lantern-lit streets, yellow-painted buildings, ancient temples, and peaceful riverside atmosphere. As you walk through the narrow streets, you’ll experience a living museum where history, culture, and daily life blend seamlessly. Hoi An was once a major international trading hub, where merchants from Japan, China, and Europe came together, leaving behind a unique architectural and cultural legacy that is still visible today. The town is filled with centuries-old merchant houses, traditional assembly halls, and hidden alleys that reflect its rich multicultural past. Every corner offers a picture-perfect moment, especially during the evening when colorful lanterns illuminate the streets and reflect beautifully on the river.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children aged 0-4 can join this activity free of charge
• Bring: Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Caps or hats
• Holiday surcharge: VND 100,000 (Lunar New Year / April 18 /April 30 - May 1 / Sep 2 / Dec 24 / Dec 31 - Jan 1) per person All surcharges are payable in cash directly to the driver

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