With a diverse landscape and rich culture and history, Vietnam is among the most visited holiday destinations in Southeast Asia. And for good reasons.
It is home to a wide range of tourist attractions and places that will provide you with a unique experience. Are you planning to visit Vietnam? Here are the top places that should be included in your itinerary
If you're to pick just 10, your Vietnam itinerary must include the best of the best.
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Which places in Vietnam you should visit
The country's capital, this is where you'll see the history through ancient architecture and long-established shops. Traverse through the Hanoi Old Quarter and take a picture at the One Pillar Pagoda.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this famous destination in Vietnam has over 1600 limestone islands and islets that you can explore. Island hopping is unlike any other at Ha Long Bay.
Home to Vietnam's international airport, it's the quickest way to get a taste of the country upon arrival. At the city center, you can indulge in local eats and enjoy a scenic day trip along the Mekong Delta.
This is where you'll witness cultural heritage among the many ethnic groups that live in this town. These include the Dao, Giay, Hmong, Tay, and Xa Pho. This is also where you can trek through the Muong Hoa Valley's terraced rice paddy fields.
If you want to see beautiful valleys and rice terraces without the crowd that usually flocks to Sapa, this is the place to be. The scenic view is sure to take your breath away.
The perfect place to see what modernization in the country looks like. As a commercial hub, it has its own unique attractions worth discovering. It also has a white sand beach with lots of resorts.
Here, you will see the Forbidden Purple City and its massive royal citadel. There are also imperial tombs scattered around for the perfect heritage tour.
Located on the Ha Long Bay's southeastern edge, this island in the Cat Ba Archipelago is recognized as the World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. See a range of natural wonders, including tropical rainforests on limestone islands.
If you visit North of Vietnam, Ninh Binh, also known as “Ha Long Bay on land,” is home to many caves, mountains, Bai Dinh Temple, Skull Island Village, and many more. No wonder it's the most popular tourist attraction in this part of the country.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this national park in north-central Vietnam boasts of underground rivers and hundreds of cave systems. There are tropical forests and mountains too. Make sure to check out the Botanical Garden, Dark Cave, Mooc River, and Paradise Cave.
Now to make the most of your trip, time your visit right.
- Northern region - Between March and May, September and November
- Central region - Between January and August
- Southern region - Between December and April
- Peak season is from June to July
- Low season is from September to October
- Shoulder season is from February to April
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