If you’re planning a trip to Central Vietnam, you’ve probably heard about Hoi An Ancient Town. But just a short distance away, there’s another special place worth visiting – the Hoi An Silk Village. This is not just a place to buy silk; it’s like a living museum where the traditional art of silk-making is still alive today.
In this simple guide, Huracars will show you everything you need to know to plan your trip to the Silk Village, from how to get there and what to see, to learning about the history of Vietnamese silk. You’ll also discover the village’s top attractions, learn how to tell real silk from fake, and explore its delicious local food. Get ready to experience the soft, beautiful charm of Quang Nam’s silk culture!
Plan Your Visit: Location, Hours, and Tickets
Location and How to Get There
You can easily find Hoi An Silk Village at 28 Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, just 1 kilometer from Hoi An Ancient Town. You can reach it by bicycle, cyclo, or motorbike.
I chose to go by bicycle, which was a fun and easy ride. On the way, I passed rice fields and local houses—perfect for photos!
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Huracars’ Tip: If you have time, combine your visit with a trip to Bay Mau Coconut Forest or An Bang Beach—both are nearby and worth visiting.
Opening Hours
The village is open daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, so you can visit anytime that suits your travel plan.
Ticket Prices
There are several ticket options depending on how long you want to stay and what you want to do:
- General Ticket: 50,000 VND – Entry to explore the village and its exhibits.
- Quick Tour (45 mins): 100,000 VND – A short guided tour with a look at the silk-making process.
- Long Tour (4 hours): 560,000 VND – Includes a full weaving experience and a lunch or dinner.
I personally like the long tour—it’s more immersive and includes a meal, so it feels like a full-day experience!
Dining Option
If you only want to eat, there’s also a buffet priced at 300,000 VND. It serves delicious Vietnamese dishes and is a great way to relax after your tour.
Discover the Heritage of Vietnamese Silk Weaving
Walking into the village feels like stepping into the past. It’s one of the few places in Vietnam that still preserves the ancient silk-weaving craft from the Champa and Dai Viet eras.
A Glimpse into History
The Silk Village is an essential link to the past. It’s one of the few places that preserves the ancient handmade silk-weaving method from the Champa – Dai Viet era. The village’s restoration by the Quang Nam Silk Company was crucial; the company restored the craft village against the decline of the craft. Furthermore, the village helps you learn about the origins of the famous Maritime Silk Road in the 17th century. The history here is incredibly rich.
From Farm to Fabric
One of my favorite parts of the visit was watching the full silk-making process—from mulberry leaf to finished fabric:
- Growing Mulberries: The village keeps a rare and valuable genetic source of mulberry plants.
- Feeding Silkworms: Silkworms eat the mulberry leaves and grow quickly.
- Reeling the Silk: Workers carefully extract thin silk threads from the cocoons.
- Weaving: Skilled artisans use traditional looms to turn the threads into fabric.
I learned that the Quang Nam mulberry can feed up to eight generations of silkworms each year—that’s amazing dedication!
Remembering the Founders
Inside the village, there’s a small temple dedicated to Mrs. Doan Thi Ngoc, the woman who helped preserve silk weaving and introduced Hoi An silk to the world. I felt truly inspired by her story.
If you want to explore more nearby spots, check out this detailed guide to local attractions: Discover the best things to do in Hoi An.
What to See and Do in Hoi An Silk Village
The Ao Dai and Ethnic Costume Exhibition
The exhibition area is a spectacle of color and culture. The village displays an Ao Dai collection that represents the traditional costumes of the 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam. There are about 100 sets (Ao Dai collection count is about 100 sets) showing the cultural development over 3,000 years.
The Ao Dai is considered a prominent symbol of Vietnamese women’s charm, and seeing the entire evolution was absolutely stunning. This is a sample of Vietnam’s diverse heritage.
The Ancient Mulberry Garden
Don’t miss the ancient mulberry tree brought from Que Son in 2012. It’s more than 10 meters tall and has crow-foot-shaped leaves—a living link to the Champa period! Standing beneath it made me realize how deep this heritage runs.
Hands-On Activities
The showroom is where you can see the finished products. I was able to see the results of the hard work and dedication of the artisans.
- You can visit the showroom of Vietnam silk products.
- I had a demo of trying on silk clothes made by the prestigious artisans.
- I also got a brief hands-on experience learning to weave on a traditional wooden handloom, which was unique!
It’s a wonderful way to experience the craft up close.
How to Tell Real Hoi An Silk from Fake
The artisans taught me some great tips for recognizing real silk—super helpful if you plan to buy some as a souvenir.
The Burn Test
The easiest test is the burn test:
- Real silk doesn’t burn easily. It gives off white smoke, smells like burned hair, and leaves a soft, crushable ash.
- Fake silk catches fire quickly, releases black smoke, and leaves a hard clump that feels like plastic.
I was surprised at how simple but effective this test was—it’s something every traveler should know!
Enjoy Local Food at the Silk Village
After exploring, I ended my day with a buffet meal at the village restaurant.
The Atmosphere
The restaurant has an open-air design with lanterns and bamboo décor. It feels peaceful and cozy, just like Hoi An itself.
The Food
They serve classic Hoi An dishes like cao lau, white rose dumplings, and banh vac. I also loved how the waitresses wear traditional South Vietnamese pajamas, adding to the local charm.
It was the perfect way to end my silk village experience—good food, friendly faces, and a calm atmosphere.
What Makes Hoi An Silk Village Special
Among many cultural places in Hoi An, like Tra Que Vegetable Village or My Son Sanctuary, the Village is truly special. It’s a place where you can learn, see, and experience Vietnam’s traditional silk craft all in one visit.
Here, you don’t just look around; you touch the silk, watch the artisans work, and listen to their stories. It feels like stepping into the past, where old traditions are still alive today.
The local artisans work with great care to keep silk weaving alive and pass it down to younger generations. That’s what makes Silk Village not only beautiful, but also full of meaning and heart.