{"id":5401,"date":"2024-10-15T10:47:28","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T10:47:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/que-ver\/"},"modified":"2026-07-15T19:54:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T19:54:25","slug":"things-to-do-in-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"20 best things to do in Vietnam: places and experiences"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vietnam is <strong>one of the best travel destinations you can visit today<\/strong> \u2014 and one where, we promise, it will be very hard to get bored for even a minute. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the intensity and chaos of its cities to the beautiful landscapes of its countryside, Vietnam offers visitors so many options that it&#8217;s not easy to know <strong>what to do and where to spend your limited time as a traveler.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make it easier, we&#8217;ve put together a selection of <strong>the best things to do in Vietnam \u2014 places and essential activities<\/strong> that will win you over on any trip through the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many more, of course \u2014 and by the time you finish your trip, you&#8217;ll already be itching to come back for all the ones you had to leave pending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In this post<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a5844634062f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #233619;color:#233619\" 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: #233619;color:#233619\" 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><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a5844634062f\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><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:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#1_cruise_ha_long_bay\" >1. Cruise Ha Long Bay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#2_wander_the_streets_of_hanoi\" >2. Wander the streets of Hanoi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#3_refresh_your_wardrobe_with_tailor-made_or_%e2%80%9cmade_in_vietnam%e2%80%9d_clothes\" >3. Refresh your wardrobe with tailor-made or &#8220;Made in Vietnam&#8221; clothes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#4_lose_yourself_in_its_green_landscapes\" >4. Lose yourself in its green landscapes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#5_climb_fansipan_vietnams_highest_peak\" >5. Climb Fansipan, Vietnam&#8217;s highest peak<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#6_ride_a_motorbike_route\" >6. Ride a motorbike route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#7_eat_until_you_burst\" >7. Eat until you burst<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#8_watch_the_sunset_from_the_top_of_mua_cave\" >8. Watch the sunset from the top of Mua Cave<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#9_stroll_through_the_old_town_of_hoi_an\" >9. Stroll through the old town of Hoi An&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#10_taste_the_coffee_and_learn_its_secrets\" >10. Taste the coffee and learn its secrets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#11_take_a_vietnamese_cooking_class\" >11. Take a Vietnamese cooking class<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#12_venture_into_one_of_its_caves\" >12. Venture into one of its caves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#13_learn_about_its_history\" >13. Learn about its history<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#14_ride_the_reunification_railway\" >14. Ride the Reunification Railway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#15_take_a_dip_at_its_beaches\" >15. Take a dip at its beaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#16_visit_a_local_market\" >16. Visit a local market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#17_cycle_through_the_rice_paddies\" >17. Cycle through the rice paddies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#18_soak_up_its_pagodas_and_temples\" >18. Soak up its pagodas and temples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#19_get_a_vietnamese_massage\" >19. Get a Vietnamese massage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#20_sit_down_at_a_bia_hoi_and_try_the_local_draft_beer\" >20. Sit down at a Bia Hoi and try the local draft beer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/#what_to_see_in_vietnam_in_15_days\" >What to see in Vietnam in 15 days<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_cruise_ha_long_bay\"><\/span>1. Cruise Ha Long Bay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A World Heritage Site \u2014 if there&#8217;s <strong>one place you must see on any trip to Vietnam<\/strong>, it&#8217;s Ha Long Bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sailing its beautiful waters on a cruise<\/strong> for a day or two, gawking at the karst formations, the dozens of islets and the color of the water at sunset, is the best way to experience it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most bay excursions offer <strong>activities like kayaking, cooking classes and Tai Chi<\/strong>, a <strong>beach<\/strong> stop, and at least one of the hundreds of <strong>caves<\/strong> that dot the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can visit at any time of year, but if you can travel <strong>between March and June, the weather is usually perfect<\/strong>, with clear skies and radiant sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/halong-bay\/\">our full guide to Halong Bay<\/a> so you can plan your visit to this unique place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1026\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-hanoi-edited.webp\" alt=\"halong bay hanoi vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2890\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-hanoi-edited.webp 1026w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-hanoi-edited-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-hanoi-edited-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-hanoi-edited-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_wander_the_streets_of_hanoi\"><\/span>2. Wander the streets of Hanoi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hanoi&#8217;s old quarter is <strong>one of Vietnam&#8217;s unmissable places<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Packed with narrow lanes, caf\u00e9s and shops of every kind, walking its streets is like stepping into a world where you can find almost anything you can think of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the calm of Hoan Kiem lake to the famous Train Street, past its little temples and markets, getting lost here is an experience that&#8217;s intense and thrilling in equal measure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And mind you, the old quarter is only a fraction of everything Hanoi has to offer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So you don&#8217;t miss a thing, we&#8217;ve put together <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hanoi\/\">a thorough guide to everything you can see and do in Vietnam&#8217;s vibrant capital.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/calle-de-tren-hanoi-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"hanoi vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2393\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/calle-de-tren-hanoi-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/calle-de-tren-hanoi-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/calle-de-tren-hanoi-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/calle-de-tren-hanoi.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_refresh_your_wardrobe_with_tailor-made_or_%e2%80%9cmade_in_vietnam%e2%80%9d_clothes\"><\/span>3. Refresh your wardrobe with tailor-made or &#8220;Made in Vietnam&#8221; clothes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you enjoy shopping for clothes when you travel, get your wallet ready \u2014 in Vietnam it&#8217;s going to see some action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Especially in places like Hanoi, <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/ho-chi-minh-city\/\">Ho Chi Minh City<\/a> or Ninh Binh, you&#8217;ll find lots of shops known as &#8220;<strong>Made in Vietnam<\/strong>&#8221; stores, selling <strong>clothing, backpacks and footwear from big brands manufactured in the country<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The appeal of these shops is that <strong>some of the products are genuine but didn&#8217;t pass the brands&#8217; strict quality controls<\/strong> (maybe the logo isn&#8217;t perfectly aligned, the zipper is a little off, some detail like that), so <strong>they sell at far more affordable prices<\/strong> \u2014 while others are outright copies, in a range of qualities and prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your taste runs more elegant, though, <strong>Hoi An has dozens of tailor shops<\/strong> with silks and fabrics of every quality. Prices aren&#8217;t a steal, but to give you an idea, you&#8217;ll probably pay less than half of what something similar would cost back home in Europe or the US.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Best of all, <strong>everything is made to measure<\/strong> \u2014 so if you&#8217;re always complaining about that dress that never fits quite right, this is your chance to finally get one that fits like a glove.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/made-in-vietnam-tienda-hanoi-1024x680.webp\" alt=\"tiendas-hanoi-made-in-vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-1209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/made-in-vietnam-tienda-hanoi-1024x680.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/made-in-vietnam-tienda-hanoi-300x199.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/made-in-vietnam-tienda-hanoi-768x510.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/made-in-vietnam-tienda-hanoi.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_lose_yourself_in_its_green_landscapes\"><\/span>4. Lose yourself in its green landscapes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there&#8217;s one thing that makes us fall for Vietnam, it&#8217;s the landscapes and the endless shades of green that blanket them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It <strong>catches everyone off guard the first time they arrive in Vietnam<\/strong>: whether you&#8217;re walking the hills of <strong>Sapa<\/strong>, riding the <strong>Ha Giang<\/strong> loop or drifting by boat through the <strong>Mekong Delta<\/strong>, green is the color that dominates everything around you, all the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&#8217;s why <strong>one of the best things you can do in Vietnam is simply stop and admire the natural beauty surrounding you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let the landscape wrap around you and reconnect with nature. We promise that if you keep your eyes open, <strong>it will be impossible not to fall in love with every green corner you find.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"364\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/paisaje-en-vietnam-1024x364.webp\" alt=\"paisaje en vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/paisaje-en-vietnam-1024x364.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/paisaje-en-vietnam-300x107.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/paisaje-en-vietnam-768x273.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/paisaje-en-vietnam.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_climb_fansipan_vietnams_highest_peak\"><\/span>5. Climb Fansipan, Vietnam&#8217;s highest peak<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For mountain lovers looking for <strong>a challenge on their way through Vietnam<\/strong>, a <strong>trek<\/strong> up <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/sapa\/fansipan\/\">Fansipan<\/a> is an option that won&#8217;t leave you indifferent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vietnam \u2014 and Sapa in particular \u2014 has plenty of <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/sapa\/trekking-en-sapa\/\">trekking<\/a> areas, but the climb up Fansipan stands out as one of the most exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can <strong>do it in 2 or 3 days<\/strong>, and we recommend hiring a guide to accompany you \u2014 though you can attempt it on your own if you have mountain experience and a companion. Just remember that heading into the mountains alone is never the best idea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if trekking isn&#8217;t your thing but you&#8217;re in <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/sapa\/\">Sapa<\/a> anyway and don&#8217;t want to miss the breathtaking views from the summit, you can always <strong>take the cable car<\/strong> to the top of <strong>Indochina&#8217;s highest peak.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/fansipan-sapa-vietnam-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"fansipan vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/fansipan-sapa-vietnam-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/fansipan-sapa-vietnam-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/fansipan-sapa-vietnam-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/fansipan-sapa-vietnam.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_ride_a_motorbike_route\"><\/span>6. Ride a motorbike route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Vietnam is the country of motorbikes<\/strong> \u2014 the most popular means of transport among its people, both for its low cost and its practicality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An estimated 60 million motorbikes are registered across the country, so you can imagine that one of the best ways for any traveler to explore Vietnam is, of course, on two wheels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are numerous routes to ride depending on where you are.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those in no hurry, <strong>riding the whole country from north to south in a little over a month<\/strong> is a once-in-a-lifetime journey. You can rent the bike, or buy one and resell it at the end of the trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don&#8217;t have that much time, <strong>multi-day routes like the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/ha-giang\/\">Ha Giang Loop<\/a><\/strong> are the perfect introduction to traveling on two wheels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if you just want a taste of the experience without committing, you can always take <strong>a half-day motorbike tour, available in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City<\/strong> \u2014 whichever you choose, you won&#8217;t regret it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ha-giang-loop-tour-en-moto-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"loop en moto ha giang\" class=\"wp-image-2039\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ha-giang-loop-tour-en-moto-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ha-giang-loop-tour-en-moto-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ha-giang-loop-tour-en-moto-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ha-giang-loop-tour-en-moto.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_eat_until_you_burst\"><\/span>7. Eat until you burst<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If food is a big part of why you travel, you&#8217;re in luck: Vietnam is <strong>a genuine paradise for foodies<\/strong>, and you&#8217;re going to enjoy it enormously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some classic dishes are common nationwide, but each region (north, center and south) has unique specialties you shouldn&#8217;t miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Vietnam you&#8217;ll find <strong>several kinds of noodles, like <em>B\u00fan<\/em> (thin noodles) and <em>Ph\u1edf<\/em> (flat rice noodles)<\/strong>, combined with all manner of meats, fish and vegetables to create dozens of different dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our essential Vietnamese food picks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the north: <strong><em>Ph\u1edf B\u00f2<\/em><\/strong> (beef noodle soup) and <em><strong>B\u00fan Ch\u1ea3<\/strong><\/em> (thin noodles with pork belly and little grilled pork patties)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the center: <em><strong>B\u00fan B\u00f2 Hu\u1ebf<\/strong><\/em> (spicy beef soup) and <strong><em>Cao L\u1ea7u<\/em><\/strong> (H\u1ed9i An&#8217;s signature noodles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the south: <em><strong>C\u01a1m T\u1ea5m<\/strong><\/em> (broken rice, usually with pork) and <em><strong>H\u1ee7 Ti\u1ebfu<\/strong><\/em> (pork and seafood soup).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And of course, <strong>almost everything in Vietnam gets a bath of <em>n\u01b0\u1edbc m\u1eafm<\/em> (fish sauce)<\/strong> \u2014 practically a religion for the Vietnamese \u2014 served alongside <strong>a mountain of herbs like cilantro, lemongrass, mint and shiso<\/strong>, which turn Vietnamese cuisine into a feast with every plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, don&#8217;t forget to try <strong>one of the emblems of Vietnamese street food<\/strong>: the Vietnamese sandwich, the <strong><em>B\u00e1nh M\u00ec<\/em><\/strong>, which you&#8217;ll find on every corner in countless combinations. Our favorite is the meatball version, known as <em>B\u00e1nh M\u00ec X\u00edu M\u1ea1i<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/que-comer-vietnam-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"comida vietnam \" class=\"wp-image-2872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/que-comer-vietnam-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/que-comer-vietnam-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/que-comer-vietnam-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/que-comer-vietnam.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_watch_the_sunset_from_the_top_of_mua_cave\"><\/span>8. Watch the sunset from the top of Mua Cave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On any trip to Vietnam, don&#8217;t forget to schedule a stop in <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/ninh-binh\/\">Ninh Binh<\/a> to explore the Tam Coc area and visit, among other places, <strong>Mua Cave<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This beautiful spot <strong>will test your calves with 15\u201320 minutes of steep steps<\/strong> to the very top, but we promise the reward is more than worth the effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll be treated to <strong>one of Vietnam&#8217;s most special sunsets<\/strong>, with views over the river, the mountains and the rice fields surrounding Tam Coc \u2014 in our book, one of the country&#8217;s essential experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We share <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/mua-cave\/\">the full experience in this post.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mua-cave-vietnan-que-ver-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"mua cave en vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2885\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mua-cave-vietnan-que-ver-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mua-cave-vietnan-que-ver-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mua-cave-vietnan-que-ver-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/mua-cave-vietnan-que-ver.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_stroll_through_the_old_town_of_hoi_an\"><\/span>9. Stroll through the old town of Hoi An&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hoi-an\/\">Hoi An<\/a> tends to be the Vietnamese city Western visitors love most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>calm of its streets, its well-preserved old town and the glow of its lanterns<\/strong> at dusk make it one of the top places to visit on a trip to Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city hits <strong>its finest hour as the sun starts to set<\/strong> \u2014 the moment we recommend heading to the riverside or the rice fields around town to enjoy a gorgeous sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Walking along the river at night or haggling your way through its lively night market are two more activities we recommend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Day or night, though, <strong>strolling through Hoi An&#8217;s old town is a beautiful experience<\/strong> you won&#8217;t tire of repeating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hoi-an-centro-historico-vietnam-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"centro historico de hoi an vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hoi-an-centro-historico-vietnam-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hoi-an-centro-historico-vietnam-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hoi-an-centro-historico-vietnam-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hoi-an-centro-historico-vietnam.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_taste_the_coffee_and_learn_its_secrets\"><\/span>10. Taste the coffee and learn its secrets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vietnam is <strong>the world&#8217;s second-largest coffee exporter.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Across the country you&#8217;ll find <strong>a coffee culture like no other<\/strong>, which makes sampling its different styles one of the best activities of any stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simply <strong>sitting in any caf\u00e9, watching daily life<\/strong> roll by while you sip an authentic Vietnamese coffee, is part of the charm of traveling through Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the most curious and delicious specialties are <strong><em>c\u00e0 ph\u00ea tr\u1ee9ng<\/em><\/strong> (egg coffee), <em><strong>c\u00e0 ph\u00ea s\u1eefa chua<\/strong><\/em> (yogurt coffee), and <strong>our favorite: <em>c\u00e0 ph\u00ea c\u1ed1t d\u1eeba<\/em><\/strong> (coconut coffee). Each has its own surprising flavor, so we recommend trying them all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can learn more about them and where to try them <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/hanoi\/mejores-cafeterias-hanoi\/\">in this post.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have time \u2014 or you&#8217;re a true coffee devotee \u2014 we recommend visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/dalat\/\">Da Lat<\/a>, <strong>one of the best places to visit in Vietnam<\/strong>, up in the country&#8217;s Central Highlands. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Most of Vietnam&#8217;s coffee is grown here<\/strong>, and among other things you can visit coffee farms like <a href=\"https:\/\/sonpacamara.com\/\">Son Pacamara<\/a> to learn how to brew the perfect cup to lift your spirits every morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cafe-de-huevo-hanoi-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"cafe vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2403\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_take_a_vietnamese_cooking_class\"><\/span>11. Take a Vietnamese cooking class<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re handy in the kitchen or cooking is a great mystery to you, <strong>one of the best activities in Vietnam is joining a Vietnamese cooking class.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ve surely heard that we are what we eat \u2014 and what better way to dive into <strong>something as intimate as a country&#8217;s cuisine to understand its secrets more deeply.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can do this in almost any city in the country, though classes are <strong>especially popular in places like Hoi An.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For us, a cooking class is something special \u2014 completely different from the usual sightseeing and an excellent use of your time in the country.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Almost every class includes a visit to a local market<\/strong> \u2014 one of the best windows into everyday life and a chance to connect with the locals. These activities are also a great <strong>opportunity to meet other travelers<\/strong>, so if you&#8217;re traveling solo, it&#8217;s an excellent way to make new friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All of that on top of learning Vietnamese cooking \u2014 and finishing by eating your own creations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Up for the challenge?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_venture_into_one_of_its_caves\"><\/span>12. Venture into one of its caves<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vietnam is a country <strong>bursting with karst landscapes at every turn.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That has made it <strong>home to some of the most impressive caves in the world<\/strong> \u2014 a delight for any lover of nature and adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll find interesting caves to explore in almost every corner of Vietnam, from <em><strong>Lung Khuy Cave<\/strong><\/em> in <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/ha-giang\/\">Ha Giang<\/a> to the famous <em><strong>Sung Sot Cave<\/strong><\/em> in Ha Long Bay, by way of <em><strong>Mua Cave<\/strong><\/em> in Ninh Binh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But if you crave stronger emotions and real adventure, head to <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/phong-nha\/\">Phong Nha<\/a>, in Quang Binh province, central Vietnam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is home to <em><strong>Phong Nha-Ke Bang<\/strong><\/em> national park, which shelters \u2014 among others \u2014 the famous <strong><em>Son Doong Cave<\/em>, considered the largest cave in the world<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those who prefer something more accessible, <strong>there are many other incredible caves to see<\/strong> in the area, like <strong>Elephant<em> Cave<\/em><\/strong>, <strong>Dark Cave<\/strong> or Phong Nha Cave itself, famous for its impressive stalactites and stalagmites<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll also find plenty of <strong>multi-day expeditions<\/strong> where you can even camp inside the caves. Mind-blowing, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cueva-vietnam-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"cueva en vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2883\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cueva-vietnam-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cueva-vietnam-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cueva-vietnam-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cueva-vietnam.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_learn_about_its_history\"><\/span>13. Learn about its history<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vietnam is a country with <strong>a largely tragic past<\/strong>, marked by wars and hardships that over the last two centuries have shaped much of the culture you&#8217;ll see today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On a visit to Vietnam you can&#8217;t help but <strong>take an interest in the country&#8217;s history and marvel at the Vietnamese people&#8217;s capacity to adapt and overcome<\/strong> at every turn \u2014 today a modern country growing at an astonishing pace, despite having had so few years to recover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its streets are full of historical landmarks where you can remember and learn, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/hanoi\/museo-de-historia-militar-de-hanoi\/\">military history museum<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/hanoi\/prision-de-hoa-lo-hanoi\/\">Hoa Lo prison<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/hanoi\/mausoleo-de-ho-chi-minh\/\">Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Propaganda aside, there&#8217;s a great deal to discover \u2014 much of it you probably never knew \u2014 about the culture and history of this fascinating country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/museo-historia-militar-vietnam-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"museo historia vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2874\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/museo-historia-militar-vietnam-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/museo-historia-militar-vietnam-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/museo-historia-militar-vietnam-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/museo-historia-militar-vietnam.jpg 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_ride_the_reunification_railway\"><\/span>14. Ride the Reunification Railway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Few things have connected places and people better than the train.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Vietnam, that connection between the country&#8217;s regions is embodied by the so-called &#8220;Reunification Railway&#8221;, which <strong>links the capital, Hanoi, in the north with Ho Chi Minh City (the old Saigon) in the south.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The line, covering <strong>roughly 1,730 kilometers<\/strong>, was originally built during the French colonial period, but took its current name after the country&#8217;s reunification in 1976, following the Vietnam War.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Taking the train is one of the best ways to get to know Vietnam<\/strong>. You obviously don&#8217;t need to ride the entire line north to south \u2014 there are shorter, rewarding stretches like Ninh Binh to Hue or <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/sapa\/how-to-get-from-hanoi-to-sapa\/\">Hanoi to Sapa<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vietnamese trains <strong>have comfortable sleeper compartments<\/strong> where, besides watching the scenery, you can meet people and savor the slow, wistful kind of travel that only a train window provides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tren-vietnam-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"ferrocarril de la reunificacion vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tren-vietnam-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tren-vietnam-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tren-vietnam-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/tren-vietnam.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">About to board the train during my mother and her friends&#8217; visit to Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_take_a_dip_at_its_beaches\"><\/span>15. Take a dip at its beaches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have to admit that Vietnam&#8217;s beaches <strong>aren&#8217;t the best in Southeast Asia<\/strong>, especially if you&#8217;ve been to the Philippines or Indonesia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Still, <strong>they remind us a lot of Mediterranean beaches<\/strong>, and they&#8217;re more than enough for a rest from the heat of the trip and a good swim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vietnam&#8217;s main beach destinations include <strong>Nha Trang, Hoi An, <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/danang\/\">Da Nang<\/a>, the Cham Islands and Phu Quoc<\/strong>, generally offering <strong>golden sand and fairly calm waters<\/strong> \u2014 perfect for a morning or a full day of complete relaxation on your vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s our post on the best <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/hoi-an\/mejores-playas-de-hoi-an\/\">beaches in Hoi An<\/a>, which will probably be the handiest ones during your stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"275\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/playas-vietnam-halong-bay-1024x275.webp\" alt=\"playa de halong bay \" class=\"wp-image-2876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/playas-vietnam-halong-bay-1024x275.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/playas-vietnam-halong-bay-300x81.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/playas-vietnam-halong-bay-768x207.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/playas-vietnam-halong-bay.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_visit_a_local_market\"><\/span>16. Visit a local market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Markets tend to be <strong>one of the most striking experiences for the first-time visitor.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The intense mix of smells, the crush of people and the generally loose approach to hygiene can surprise \u2014 even put off \u2014 Western visitors used to strict standards and regulations back home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For us, however, <strong>diving into these markets is an essential part of any trip to Vietnam<\/strong>: they&#8217;re part of the country&#8217;s culture and way of life, something better observed than judged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll find fresh markets in every Vietnamese city, though <strong>the best known are probably the floating markets<\/strong> of the <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/mekong-delta\/\">Mekong Delta<\/a>, where vegetables, meat, fruit and fish arrive by boat, forming a colorful, bustling market <strong>during the first hours of daylight<\/strong> \u2014 well worth the early alarm to witness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dong-ba-mercado-hue-vietnam-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"dong-ba-mercado-hue-vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dong-ba-mercado-hue-vietnam-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dong-ba-mercado-hue-vietnam-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dong-ba-mercado-hue-vietnam-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dong-ba-mercado-hue-vietnam.jpg 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_cycle_through_the_rice_paddies\"><\/span>17. Cycle through the rice paddies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another of <strong>Vietnam&#8217;s main attractions is its rice paddies<\/strong> \u2014 and in our view, <strong>the best way to explore them is usually by bicycle.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Losing yourself for a while among Vietnam&#8217;s rice fields will take you into <strong>the country&#8217;s most rural, humble corners<\/strong> \u2014 to say nothing of the spectacular scenery, all green, buffalo and water wherever you look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll find paddies to cycle through <strong>in many parts of Vietnam<\/strong>, though areas like Ninh Binh, Mai Chau, Pu Luong, the countryside around Hoi An and the Mekong Delta are the most popular among travelers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As for <strong>the best time<\/strong> to see them, it&#8217;s unquestionably <strong>during the harvest<\/strong>, which varies by region:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In Vietnam&#8217;s warmest areas, like the <strong>Mekong Delta<\/strong>, it usually happens <strong>three times a year (February\u2013March, June\u2013July and October\u2013November)<\/strong>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the center and north,&nbsp;such as <strong>Hoi An and Ninh Binh<\/strong>, the harvest generally comes <strong>twice a year (May\u2013June and September\u2013October)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In cold areas like <strong>Sapa<\/strong>, a different variety known as mountain rice is grown, with just <strong>one harvest a year (September).<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you get the chance \u2014 or your travel dates happen to line up with one of these \u2014 don&#8217;t miss a bike ride through the paddies to marvel at their beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/arrozales-bicicleta-vietnam-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"arrozales en bicicleta\" class=\"wp-image-2882\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/arrozales-bicicleta-vietnam-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/arrozales-bicicleta-vietnam-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/arrozales-bicicleta-vietnam-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/arrozales-bicicleta-vietnam.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_soak_up_its_pagodas_and_temples\"><\/span>18. Soak up its pagodas and temples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vietnam has no official religion today, yet the country hosts a rich landscape of worship. Buddhism is the most widely practiced faith, blended with ancestor worship and Confucianism to create a fascinating spiritual panorama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Many people in Vietnam practice ancestor worship<\/strong>, which essentially means honoring deceased relatives at the small shrines you&#8217;ll see in homes, where food, incense and prayers are offered so the spirits are &#8220;fed&#8221; in the beyond. It keeps harmony between the living and the dead \u2014 a core value in Vietnamese culture, where ancestors are commonly believed to live on, benefit from these offerings, and grant protection and blessings in return.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Vietnamese are also <strong>generally spiritual and superstitious, with a firm belief in spirits<\/strong> \u2014 still visible today in figures like fortune tellers, whom many people continue to consult for major life events such as weddings or business decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On your way through Vietnam you&#8217;ll have the chance to visit countless pagodas and temples, like the ancient <strong>Thien Mu Pagoda<\/strong> in <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hue\/\">Hue<\/a> or the <strong>One Pillar Pagoda<\/strong> in Hanoi \u2014 examples of the country&#8217;s deep connection to Buddhism. Others, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/hanoi\/templo-de-la-literatura\/\">Temple of Literature in Hanoi<\/a>, testify to Vietnam&#8217;s long tradition of learning and its devotion to Confucianism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visiting these places pulls you straight into the spiritual atmosphere that shapes the country&#8217;s identity \u2014 which makes them <strong>must-see stops on any trip to Vietnam<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pagoda-tran-quoc-west-lake-hanoi-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"pagoda vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pagoda-tran-quoc-west-lake-hanoi-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pagoda-tran-quoc-west-lake-hanoi-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pagoda-tran-quoc-west-lake-hanoi-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pagoda-tran-quoc-west-lake-hanoi.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_get_a_vietnamese_massage\"><\/span>19. Get a Vietnamese massage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you like to treat your body after a long day of sightseeing, you&#8217;re in the right country: <strong>Vietnam is a true paradise for massages.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vietnamese massage combines acupressure and deep-tissue techniques, focusing on stimulating pressure points across the body \u2014 and unlike other styles such as Thai massage (which for us borders on a beating), it&#8217;s far more relaxing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>You&#8217;ll find massage parlors on every corner in Vietnam<\/strong>, offering everything from foot massages to full-body treatments in a range of techniques. Prices usually run around 300,000\u2013350,000 VND (~US$12\u201313.50) for a full-body massage (1 hour) and 100,000\u2013150,000 VND (~US$4\u20136) for a foot massage (30 minutes), depending on the shop you choose. A small tip for the therapist is customary at the end.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whatever type you go for, you&#8217;ll walk out of the session <strong>renewed and ready to continue your adventure through this fascinating country<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/masaje-vietnamita-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"masaje en vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/masaje-vietnamita-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/masaje-vietnamita-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/masaje-vietnamita-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/masaje-vietnamita.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Our faces of pure joy at the start of a foot massage in Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_sit_down_at_a_bia_hoi_and_try_the_local_draft_beer\"><\/span>20. Sit down at a Bia Hoi and try the local draft beer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enjoying a beer at a <strong>Bia Hoi<\/strong> is one of those essential experiences you can&#8217;t miss in Vietnam if you want to dive into its authentic local culture.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <strong>Bia Hoi<\/strong> is a type of street bar \u2014 found mainly in Hanoi \u2014 serving a fresh, light, low-alcohol beer brewed daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s <strong>poured straight from the keg<\/strong>, which gives it an even fresher, more natural touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But what we love most about the Bia Hoi is <strong>its particular atmosphere<\/strong>: low plastic tables and stools where locals and travelers alike enjoy beer at a ridiculously low price \u2014 around 5,000\u201310,000 VND (about US$0.30).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can usually order snacks to go with your beer too \u2014 peanuts, spring rolls or chicken wings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bia Hois are <strong>among Vietnam&#8217;s best social gathering spots<\/strong>, where you can hang out with friends \u2014 or make new ones \u2014 while watching street life bustle by as the sun sets over the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bia-hoi-hanoi-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"bia hoi en vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bia-hoi-hanoi-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bia-hoi-hanoi-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bia-hoi-hanoi-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bia-hoi-hanoi.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope you enjoyed our selection of things to do in Vietnam \u2014 remember you can keep exploring every corner of the country with our <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/\">Vietnam travel guides here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_to_see_in_vietnam_in_15_days\"><\/span>What to see in Vietnam in 15 days<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s <strong>an optimized 15-day Vietnam itinerary<\/strong> so you know how to fit these and many more activities into a single trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ve split it into two versions \u2014 one for classic travelers and one for backpackers \u2014 to help you choose according to your travel style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can read the <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/\">full post at this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vietnam is one of the best travel destinations you can visit today \u2014 and one where, we promise, it will be very hard to get bored for even a minute. 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