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Tea tasting in Hoi An – La.kao Teahouse
At the end of several long winding, beautiful yellow painted and plant-lined alleyways, at the edge of the old town in Hoi, An La.Kao Teahouse offers an oasis of tranquility. The two storey tea house serves a wide selection of Vietnamese teas, hot and cold, plus sweet snacks that complement the beverages. At the bar area on the ground floor…
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10 tours in and from Hoi An for your bucket list
Hoi An is the ideal base to explore Central Vietnam from. The city itself is a goldmine of tradition, art and culture and there is something to discover in every cardinal direction: North of Hoi An are Da Nang and Hue, South are Tam Thanh and Tam Ky, West are My Son Sanctuary and the Sao La Nature Reserve, East…
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Embroidery Workshop in Hoi An
Handcraft in Vietnam is still a very popular branch of work and artisans spend years mastering their craft. While some stay close to traditional designs, others have modernised. Embroidery is still done the same way today as it was done hundreds of years ago: With a needle and a thread, stitching a design into a cloth that is held in…
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Cham Islands Snorkeling Tour from Hoi An
Taking a Cham Islands Snorkeling Tour from Hoi An is one of the more popular day tours in the city. The experience depends a lot on the season, the weather, which tour provider you pick and the other people in the group. With so many variables to consider, here is everything you need to know.
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Hoi An Memories Show – 2024 Experience
The Hoi An Memories Show is probably the most advertised experience in Hoi An. This stage play covers the history of the town and its people over the centuries, with over 500 actors and dancers bringing centuries of Hoianese history to life. With the entire venue built for this specific show, I promise you you have never seen anything like…
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Woodcarving Workshop in Hoi An with Woodart Vietnam
If you are interested in handicrafts, as well as experiencing the culture of a country through their art and artforms a woodcarving workshop is something you should consider doing while you're in Hoi An. You don't only get to see stunning traditional and modern works of art (Hulk vs. Wolverine) made by Woodcarving, you also get to make your very…
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My Son Sunrise Tour from Hoi An
Mแปน Sฦกn Sanctuary is a former temple city of the Cham people. These ancient ruins are UNESCO World Heritage Site, located about 40km from Hoi An in the province Quang Nam. Both Indian and Hindu aspects are found in their architecture, religious statues and frescoes. Visiting this site is a popular half-day tour to take from Hoi An.
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Vietnamese Calligraphy Class in Hoi An
Writing connects us directly to the cultural heritage of a country and its people since speaking, writing and reading are integral to everyday life. Inside the Museum of Folk Culture in you can take a Vietnamese Calligraphy Class in Hoi An.
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Five Star Resort in Central Vietnam – TUI BLUE Nam Hoi An
The TUI BLUE Nam Hoi An Resort is not actually in Hoi An, despite the name, it's much closer to Tam Kแปณ. This resort is not the choice when you want to explore Hoi An. However it is a great choice to spend a few days relaxing, surrounded mostly by quiet nature.
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Tam Thanh Mural Village – The first of its kind in Vietnam
Tam Thanh is a fishing village close to Tam Kแปณ, covered in over 100 colourful streetart murals and art installations. Most of the art in the village was painted in 2016 by Korean volunteers and locals of the Quang Nam Province.