The top places to Visit in Vietnam

Vietnam is a perfect place for any kind of traveler! It has the unique characteristic of fulfilling every need and ticking every box on traveler’s checklist. This small and “S” shape country with an estimated 90.0 million inhabitants (it is the world’s 13th-most-populous country and the eighth-most-populous Asian country), 63 provinces, 54 ethnic groups with its own language, lifestyle, and cultural heritage AND with exquisite food, luxurious beaches, iconic landmarks, great weather, sensational markets, hospitable natives and epic natural beauty, Vietnam will satisfy any kind of traveler.



To share their experience and passion, Handetour’s travel experts provide a list of top places to visit in vietnam OR 10 Must Visit Places in Vietnam for worldwide travelers and travel professionals.

1 – Hanoi

Hanoi, especially Hanoi Old Quarter, becomes a perfect city for walking with handicraft shops, street food, ice cream, coffee.

2 – Halong Bay

Halong Bay, means ‘descending dragon’, is the natural heritage of the world with 1,600 limestone monolithic islands. From sea kayaking into caves to visiting locals in their fishing villages on tucked-away islands, Halong Bay is a must on traveler’s Vietnam Tours.

3 – Sapa

Vietnam sapa hill town becomes Vietnam’s top highlight thanks to its spectacular hiking options and the breath-taking views on offer. Below the town are picturesque rice terraces that plunge deep into the endless valley with monumental mountains and cliffs either side. The frequent mist that hovers over the city adds to the eerie enchantment and atmosphere of this highly loved town. The ethnic minority in their traditional clothing also makes Sapa more characteristic.

4 – Danang

Danang quickly becomes one of Vietnam’s travel hot-spots – The perfect stopover place to refresh and absorb that quintessential Vietnam beach-life. Apart from the exceptional beach-front, the main attraction in Danang is the Museum of Cham Sculpture which houses the world’s largest collection of Cham artefacts.

5 – Hue

Hue is a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1993 and there is no other place like Hue remaining a lot of originally historical vestiges as in this ancient Capital City. The Imperial City of Hue was the capital of Vietnam during the reign of the Nguyen dynasty, the last dynasty in Vietnam. Hue becomes one of the most popular destinations for travelers to Vietnam.