Author: Hoian Team

Hoi An is a small ancient town in Central Vietnam, just about 30 kilometers from Da Nang City. It's famous for its golden houses, colorful lanterns, and peaceful riverside views. The town is full of charm, where every street feels like a piece of art. If you’re planning your first trip here, this complete DIY Hoi An travel guide for first-timers will help you explore it with ease. You’ll find tips on when to visit, what to pack, where to stay, what to eat, and how to enjoy Hoi An like a local. The soul of Hoi An - Where Past meets Present Hoi An is a small town on Vietnam’s central coast, but it has a warm and peaceful soul. Life here moves slowly, with the sound of bicycle bells and boats gliding gently along the river. Once a busy trading port from the 15th to 19th centuries, Hoi An welcomed merchants from Japan, China, and Europe. That mix of cultures can still be seen today in its Japanese bridge, Chinese temples, and old French-style houses. Walking through the narrow streets, you’ll see golden walls glowing in the sunlight, families enjoying coffee, and local tailors sewing clothes by hand. Every corner feels alive with stories from the past and the present. Even now, on every full moon night, locals light colorful lanterns along the river — a simple tradition that keeps the town’s soul shining bright. Entrance Fee to Hoi An Ancient Town Before exploring the charming Ancient Town, it’s important to know that visitors are required to buy an entrance ticket. The ticket costs 120,000 VND (around 5 USD) for foreign visitors aged 15 and above, while Vietnamese adults pay 80,000 VND per ticket. Children under 15 can enter free of charge, and seniors aged 60 and above

The Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills in Da Nang has become a symbol of Vietnam travel. Standing above the Truong Son mountains, this bridge with its giant stone hands is not only a walkway but also a masterpiece of art and nature. In this guide, Huracars will show you its story, the way to reach it, and other highlights in the Ba Na Hills complex. Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills - Iconic skywalk The Golden Bridge is a pedestrian walkway built at an altitude of 1,414 meters above sea level. It is 150 meters long and looks like two huge hands are lifting it. These giant hands stand for care and connection, making the bridge feel magical above the green forest. Located inside Ba Na Hills, the Golden Bridge lets visitors see the fresh nature and wide views of Da Nang city. For many people, walking here feels like being in a dream. History and Design of the Golden Bridge The Golden Bridge opened in June 2018. It was designed by Vu Viet Anh from TA Landscape Architecture, with the idea of creating a landmark that fits naturally with the mountains and forest around it. Since then, the bridge has appeared in big media like BBC News, Buzzfeed, and Design Boom. Many call it “Walking Through the Hands of God.” Thanks to this global attention, the Golden Bridge has become a symbol of Vietnam tourism and draws visitors from all over the world. How to Get to the Golden Bridge The Golden Bridge is inside Sun World Ba Na Hills, around 30 km west of Da Nang. The easiest way to reach it is by the Ba Na Hills cable car, which holds world records for both length and height. To get there, visitors usually start from Suoi Mo station,