25 Unmissable Things in Vietnam

A renowned British travel website, Rough Guides, has listed destinations and experiences not to be missed when traveling to Vietnam under its 'Inspiration' section on its website.

1. Highland Markets

2. Temples and Pagodas

3. Traditional Tet Festival

4. Cu Chi Tunnels

5. Draft Beer Experience

Enjoying draft beer at the hidden gems deep within Hanoi's Old Quarter is a delight for foreign travelers. This travel method is both cost-effective and allows one to immerse in the local lifestyle.

6. Ancient Capital Hue

7. Water Puppetry Show

8. Express Tailoring

9. Trekking in Sapa

10. Lak Lake

11. Exploring Hoi An

Hoi An boasts a rich cultural heritage with charming, well-preserved ancient houses. Its streets resemble a rustic, simple painting, always enchanting and stirring the hearts of every visitor.

12. Red River Delta

Exploring the serene countryside areas in the North and experiencing the unchanged simple life over the years, while still preserving traditional beauty in cultural activities, is one of the appealing aspects when traveling to the Red River Delta.

13. Mekong Delta

14. Cyclo Tour

15. Cruise on Ha Long Bay

16. Relaxation in Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc is blessed with vivid blue beaches, maintaining its pristine beauty with coconut trees lining the romantic coastline. Visiting Southern Phu Quoc in An Thoi, tourists will marvel at the beauty of marine creatures under the clear water.

17. Traveling by Reunification Express Train

Park your bicycle on the train, then sit back, relax, and enjoy the beautiful scenery from South to North as the train leisurely travels between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

18. Colonial Architectural Legacy

Remnants of the French colonial era can easily be found in impressive architecture such as the Hanoi Opera House, French-style villas with yellow-painted walls featuring fireplaces or characteristic wooden staircases. Nowadays, in the old quarter and many other streets in Hanoi, there still exist enduring French architectural houses.

19. Traditional Music

Performing traditional music is one of the most important performing arts in Vietnam. Each region has its own musical characteristics. Foreign tourists often enjoy watching and listening to traditional forms such as ceremonial singing, love duets, and reformed theater.

20. Exploring Local Markets

One of the things that excites tourists when visiting Vietnam is strolling around and shopping at markets. Here, besides fresh food, there are also savory food stalls, selling characteristic dishes depending on the region. For example, Binh Tay Market sells soup, spring rolls, rice cakes, or pate sandwiches to satisfy your hunger while shopping. Additionally, you can experience the culture of bargaining when visiting Vietnamese markets.

21. Adventure Sports

Due to its diverse terrain, when visiting Vietnam, tourists can enjoy thrilling adventure sports such as mountain climbing, paragliding, kite surfing, kayaking, or mountain biking, suitable for adrenaline junkies.

22. Cao Dai Temple

As the place of worship for the Cao Dai religion—one of the most reputable religions in Vietnam, the temple is built with unique architecture (following the model of the Tay Ninh Holy See but smaller and simpler). Here, there are often ceremonies and cultural activities typical for followers of the religion.

23. Ba Na Ethnic Village

The Ba Na people are renowned for their Rong houses, the gathering place for villagers in the trading communities of the Central Highlands. Ba Na Rong houses have distinctive features in architecture, structure, and decoration. If possible, visit Gia Lai and live with the Ba Na people in a Rong house to learn more about the culture of the Central Highlands. In Hanoi, visitors can also admire Ba Na Rong houses at the Museum of Ethnology.

24. Street Food Delights

Immerse yourself in the culinary atmosphere of roadside kitchens, food stalls scattered throughout the streets, and savor plates of delicious food characteristic of each region, which is one of the fascinating cultural and culinary experiences in Vietnam.

25. Fun in Nha Trang

Diving into the sea at remote, pristine islands far from the shore, with emerald waters akin to jade, in Nha Trang is one of the most marvelous experiences here. Or simply relaxing and enjoying the sea breeze on the long stretches of sandy beaches is enough to make travelers swoon in Vietnam's beach paradise.

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Source: Travel Guide Mytour – Via VnExpress