{"id":1215,"date":"2017-03-16T13:03:51","date_gmt":"2017-03-16T06:03:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/?p=1215"},"modified":"2019-07-30T20:31:35","modified_gmt":"2019-07-30T13:31:35","slug":"how-spend-one-day-hoi-an","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/how-spend-one-day-hoi-an\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Spend One Day in Hoi An &#8211; Custom Itineraries for Vietnam"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hoi An is one\u00a0of the few cities to remain firmly in Vietnam&#8217;s cultural history.\u00a0 The Old Town portion of the city is a UNESCO heritage site and the old architecture is superbly preserved and displayed.\u00a0 <a href=\"\/hoi-an\/\">A Hoi An day trip<\/a> is an extremely popular activity for tourists but beware, it&#8217;s crowded!<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, we recommend having at least one <strong>full day in Hoi An<\/strong> as it is definitely worth visiting.\u00a0 As part of our Custom Itineraries for Vietnam series, here is a guide on how to spend one day in Hoi An.<\/p>\n<p>Besides Hoi An, we also have\u00a0Custom Itineraries in Ho Chi Minh and Ha Noi so you can get the best out of your trip in Vietnam:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/2017\/01\/21\/how-to-spend-one-day-in-ho-chi-minh-city-custom-itineraries-in-vietnam\/\" rel=\"\u201ddofollow&quot;\">Things to do in Vietnam &#8211; How to spend 1 day in Ho Chi Minh City<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/2017\/05\/05\/how-to-spend-two-days-in-hanoi-custom-itineraries-for-vietnam\/\" rel=\"\u201ddofollow&quot;\">Things to do in Vietnam &#8211; Custom Itineraries for 2 days in Ha Noi<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2299\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2299\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2299 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-AN-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"how to spend one day in Hoi An\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-AN-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-AN-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-AN-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-AN.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2299\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A Day with Custom Itineraries in Hoi An can be really fun!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/how-spend-one-day-hoi-an\/#DAY_TRIPS_IN_HOI_AN_FOR_ONE_DAY_OUR_SUGGESTIONS\" >DAY TRIPS IN HOI AN FOR ONE DAY: OUR SUGGESTIONS&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/how-spend-one-day-hoi-an\/#1_Tailor_some_clothes_bags_or_shoes\" >1. Tailor some clothes, bags, or shoes&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/how-spend-one-day-hoi-an\/#2_See_the_countryside\" >2. See the countryside&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/how-spend-one-day-hoi-an\/#3_Day_Trips_in_Hoi_An_Require_An_Ancient_Town_Visit\" >3. Day Trips in Hoi An Require An Ancient Town Visit &nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/how-spend-one-day-hoi-an\/#4_Enjoy_the_scenery\" >4. Enjoy the scenery&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/how-spend-one-day-hoi-an\/#5_Enjoy_Hoi_Ans_regional_cuisine\" >5. Enjoy Hoi An&#8217;s regional cuisine&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/how-spend-one-day-hoi-an\/#6_End_Your_Hoi_An_Day_Trip_at_the_Lantern_Market_and_enjoy_the_nightly_entertainment\" >6. End Your Hoi An Day Trip at the Lantern Market and enjoy the nightly entertainment&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DAY_TRIPS_IN_HOI_AN_FOR_ONE_DAY_OUR_SUGGESTIONS\"><\/span>DAY TRIPS IN HOI AN FOR ONE DAY: OUR SUGGESTIONS<span id=\"content\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#tailor\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Tailor some clothes, bags or shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#countryside\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">See the countryside<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#oldtown\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Go for a stroll and explore the Old town<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#scenery\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Enjoy the scenery<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#cuisine\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Enjoy Hoi An&#8217;s regional cuisine<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#latern\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Visit the Lantern Market and enjoy the Nightlight entertainment<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Tailor_some_clothes_bags_or_shoes\"><\/span>1. Tailor some clothes, bags, or shoes<span id=\"tailor\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2301\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2301\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2301 size-full\" title=\"Custom tailoring is a huge industry in Hoi An\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-Suit-SHop.jpg\" alt=\"Custom tailoring is a huge industry in Hoi An\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-Suit-SHop.jpg 640w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-Suit-SHop-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2301\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hoi An Suit Shop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/the-art-of-finding-the-best-tailors-in-hoi-an\/\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Custom tailoring<\/a>\u00a0is a huge industry in Hoi An.\u00a0 Hoi An is home to more than 400 tailoring shops and thousands of tailors who are not only talented at making clothes but are skilled in making shoes and handbags as well!\u00a0 Average turn around time for full suits is a day and about 4 hours for handbags or shoes!\u00a0 If you are interested in getting custom made items, try to find a shop of your liking as early as possible during your visit.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, the quality of the goods comes into question when the turnaround time is so quick.\u00a0 The truth is that the opinion on this varies from person to person, item to item, and shop to shop.\u00a0 Even shops with a solid reputation have been known to make sub-par products.\u00a0 A lot of times, the key is to be completely clear on what you want and to communicate it effectively with the shop owners.\u00a0 If you happen to be in Saigon before your visit to Hoi An, we recommend that you buy <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/2013\/08\/18\/custom-made-yes-please-a-guide-to-custom-tailoring-in-vietnam\/\" rel=\"\u201ddofollow&quot;\">the fabric and materials in Saigon<\/a> as the choices are more plentiful and usually of better quality.<\/p>\n<p>Here are recommendations for where to go for custom-made items (these are places where we have had good luck, and as much as we want you to have the same positive custom tailoring experience as us, we cannot guarantee it)<\/p>\n<p>Shoes, Handbags:\u00a0 <strong><em>Friendly Shop Hoi An [1]<\/em><\/strong> (please find links in the footnote)<\/p>\n<p>Shoes, Clothes, Jackets, Suits: Ms. Anh (093 570 5655).\u00a0 She works independently and sometimes collaborates with different shop and stall owners.\u00a0 Her tailoring knowledge and know-how are superb.\u00a0 She will meet you at your hotel once you contact her.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENT]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_See_the_countryside\"><\/span>2. See the countryside<span id=\"countryside\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2302\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2302\" style=\"width: 626px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2302 \" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Country-side-exploring-in-Hoi-An-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Hoi An Country-side exploring\" width=\"626\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Country-side-exploring-in-Hoi-An-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Country-side-exploring-in-Hoi-An-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Country-side-exploring-in-Hoi-An.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2302\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hoi An Country-side exploring<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The countryside and rural areas of Vietnam are simply stunning.\u00a0 Visiting these areas gives you a glimpse of the romanticized vision of Vietnam &#8211; the rice fields, the <a title=\"Try to Wear This Hat Backwards!\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/2013\/03\/26\/try-to-wear-this-hat-backwards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \u201ddofollow&quot;\">conical hats<\/a>, the quaint architecture, the friendly faces&#8230; As the cities have become more industrial and cosmopolitan, these rural areas have become more remote and harder to reach.\u00a0 Fortunately for Hoi An, it is still quite small in size compared to other big cities in Vietnam so the countryside is more accessible.<\/p>\n<p>There are several types of tours which take you to the countryside for sunrise or early morning glimpses of Vietnamese rural life.\u00a0 This is also an opportunity for you to pursue some of your interests while traveling.\u00a0 For instance, if you are fond of photography or of biking, there are tours that are catered specifically to your needs.\u00a0 XO Tours offers a fantastic countryside motorbike tour called <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/hoi-an\/hoi-an-motorbike-tour.html\" rel=\"\u201ddofollow&quot;\">&#8220;Riding with the Nguyens&#8221;<\/a>\u00a0 that explores the areas around Cam Kim Island. On this tour, you&#8217;ll not only get to see areas of the countryside that are virtually untouched by tourism but also be given to interact with the local people in homes and places of work.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1217\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1217\" style=\"width: 520px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1217 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/hoi-an-countryside.png\" alt=\"hoi an countryside\" width=\"520\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/hoi-an-countryside.png 520w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/hoi-an-countryside-300x293.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/hoi-an-countryside-150x146.png 150w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/hoi-an-countryside-400x390.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 520px) 100vw, 520px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1217\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">hoi an countryside<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENT]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Day_Trips_in_Hoi_An_Require_An_Ancient_Town_Visit\"><\/span>3. Day Trips in Hoi An Require An Ancient Town Visit <span id=\"oldtown\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once you return to the city after the tour, the afternoon is the perfect time of day to see some of the famous sights within Hoi An.\u00a0 But first, before you set out on foot to discover the city, we recommend that you grab a Banh Mi sandwich to fuel you for the afternoon.\u00a0 The <a title=\"Breaking Down the Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich)\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/2013\/04\/26\/breaking-down-the-banh-mi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \u201ddofollow&quot;\">Banh Mi sandwich<\/a> in Hoi An is both famous and different from a sandwich that you will get in other parts of Vietnam.\u00a0 The bread and fillings are unique to the region and is a great first insight into local cuisine. \u00a0We highly recommend <strong><em>Madam Khanh&#8217;s stand [2]<\/em><\/strong>, who has been dubbed the Banh Mi Queen in Hoi An!<\/p>\n<p>After you grab a quick bite, check out the famous bridges in Hoi An. Among <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/2018\/04\/03\/hoi-an-brief-history-and-historical-sites-to-visit\/\" rel=\"\u201ddofollow&quot;\">5 best Hoi An historical sites<\/a>, The first is the historic <a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/2018\/04\/03\/hoi-an-brief-history-and-historical-sites-to-visit\/#japanese-bridge\" rel=\"\u201ddofollow&quot;\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Japanese covered bridge<\/a> built by Japanese merchants when Hoi An was an important trading port.\u00a0 The second famous bridge is simply a foot and motorbike (and whatever other vehicle fits) bridge that connects two parts of the downtown area.\u00a0 The architecture of this bridge isn\u2019t historically relevant but the way that the bridge is situated makes for a great photo-op!\u00a0 If you are a museum enthusiast, you can visit any of four famous museums in the old town area.\u00a0 Or, for a greater insight into the history of Hoi An, visit some of the Assembly Halls built by Chinese merchants. \u00a0You can buy a composite ticket that allows you entry into one bridge, one assembly hall, one old house, one museum and one other place of &#8216;intangible culture&#8217;. \u00a0All these sites are within the Old Town of Hoi An and are within walking distance from each other.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENT]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Enjoy_the_scenery\"><\/span>4. Enjoy the scenery<span id=\"scenery\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Hoi An is surrounded by a series of inlets and small channels and some residents of the town have capitalized on this by offering boat rides along these channels.\u00a0 Although this may initially seem like a very touristy thing to do, it is actually one of the best ways to view the old colonial architecture from afar.\u00a0 Many boat owners sit along the boulevard closest to the water and offer boat rides.\u00a0 Feel free to ask several different boat owners to find the one who offers the best price.\u00a0 Often times, their initial price will fall dramatically if they feel that you will take a boat ride with one of their competitors.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2303\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2303\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2303 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-from-above-1024x444.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful Hoi An from above\" width=\"1024\" height=\"444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-from-above-1024x444.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-from-above-300x130.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-from-above-768x333.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-from-above.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2303\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Beautiful Hoi An from above<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If boat rides don\u2019t interest you, you can enjoy the scenery in a different way.\u00a0 The ocean is not too far away from the main city so a 100,000 VND cab ride will get you to An Bang beach, one of the <a title=\"Cruising the Coast: The Top 5 Best Beach Destinations in Vietnam\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/2013\/08\/02\/cruising-the-coast-the-top-5-best-beach-destinations-in-vietnam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \u201ddofollow&quot;\">best beaches in Vietnam<\/a>.\u00a0 This particular beach was also named in <strong><em>CNN\u2019s 100 Top Beaches [3]<\/em><\/strong> in the world so if you happen to be in Hoi An during the right time of the year, we recommend checking it out!<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENT]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Enjoy_Hoi_Ans_regional_cuisine\"><\/span>5. Enjoy Hoi An&#8217;s regional cuisine<span id=\"cuisine\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As we mentioned earlier, the regional cuisine around Hoi An is unique, and we recommend that you take the opportunity to try it out.\u00a0 Hoi An has an eclectic mix of restaurants and you will have plenty of dining options.\u00a0 Look for Cao Lau on the menu, which is a noodle soup unlike pho and other noodle soups you will find in Vietnam.\u00a0 Also be sure to try white rose dumplings, which are shrimp dumplings shaped with the translucent cover formed in the shape of a rose.<\/p>\n<p>Though Hoi An has both famous and budget eateries where you can try these dishes and more, we recommend <strong><em>Streets Restaurant Cafe [4]<\/em><\/strong>.\u00a0 Not only is it a restaurant serving up delicious food, it is also a social enterprise that helps disadvantaged youth to develop new skills and solid work experience.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to get off the beaten path and try some unique local dishes you won&#8217;t find in Hoi Ancient Town, you might consider taking <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/hoi-an\/hoi-an-evening-walking-food-tour.html\" rel=\"\u201ddofollow&quot;\">a walking tour to enjoy the &#8220;Dinner with the Nguyens&#8221;<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENT]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_End_Your_Hoi_An_Day_Trip_at_the_Lantern_Market_and_enjoy_the_nightly_entertainment\"><\/span>6. End Your Hoi An Day Trip at the Lantern Market and enjoy the nightly entertainment<span id=\"latern\">&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>After dark, the Old Town in Hoi An transforms into a mystical row of lights and lanterns.\u00a0 In fact, Hoi An is a big centre for paper lantern manufacturers and merchants.\u00a0 Every shop or establishment will have a few lanterns outside, but the real sight to behold is the lantern market.\u00a0 Here you\u2019ll be able to see how these lanterns are made and will have a plethora of choices should you wish to take some home with you. Visit our footnote for the location of Lantern Market<\/p>\n<p>After a stroll through the market, check out the outdoor traditional theatre.\u00a0 You will have a chance to see Vietnamese folk dancers and musicians perform traditional pieces.\u00a0 The theatre runs from 9 pm to 10 pm at a square on Nguyen Thai Hoc street.\u00a0 It is completely free and open to the public so it\u2019s interesting to see, even if it\u2019s just for a few minutes as you pass by.\u00a0 Before you retire to your hotel, be sure to light a candle box and set it in the water.\u00a0 Many kids sit along the banks of the channel and offer candles to you &#8211; remember to make a wish!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2304\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2304\" style=\"width: 622px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2304\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-Lantern-Market-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Hoi An Lantern Market\" width=\"622\" height=\"415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-Lantern-Market-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-Lantern-Market-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-Lantern-Market-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Hoi-An-Lantern-Market.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 622px) 100vw, 622px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2304\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hoi An Lantern Market<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENT]<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Footnote:<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Friendly Shop Hoi An\" href=\"http:\/\/www.friendlybaghoian.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">[1] Friendly Shop Hoi An<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Madam Khanh's Banh Mi\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tripadvisor.ca\/Restaurant_Review-g298082-d4308916-Reviews-Madam_Khanh_The_Banh_Mi_Queen-Hoi_An_Quang_Nam_Province.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">[2] Madam Khanh&#8217;s stand<\/a>,<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/edition.cnn.com\/travel\/article\/100-best-beaches\/index.html\" rel=\"\u201dnofollow&quot;\">[3] CNN\u2019s 100 Top Beaches<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Streets International\" href=\"http:\/\/www.streetsinternational.org\/home\/28-history-streets-international.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">[4] Streets Restaurant Cafe<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Hoi An Lantern Night Market\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.ca\/maps? rel=\u201dnofollow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">[5] Location of Lantern Market<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For more custom itineraries or Vietnam travel tips, check our <a title=\"XO Tours Blog\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener \u201ddofollow&quot;\">XO Tours Blog<\/a> frequently.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hoi An is one\u00a0of the few cities to remain firmly in Vietnam&#8217;s cultural history.\u00a0 The Old Town portion of the city is a UNESCO heritage site and the old architecture is superbly preserved and displayed.\u00a0 A Hoi An day trip is an extremely popular activity for tourists but beware, it&#8217;s crowded! 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