Visitors to Vietnam from most countries are required to have a valid Vietnamese visa in their passport before arrival. This should be arranged in advance. If you are already traveling in Southeast Asia, the Vietnamese embassies in Bangkok or Phnom Penh are the quickest and most reliable places to secure a visa.
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Exploring the Han River Front – Da Nang, Vietnam
Da Nang is a city of just over 1 million, which sits on the coast and is cut in half by the Han River. Many of the city’s most attractive spots (nicest hotels, most scenic restaurants) are located along the Han River Front area. The river is spanned by several modern and unique bridges, and is especially beautiful to visit at night, when the bridges are lit up in an impressive display of color.
The Best Museums in Da Nang, Vietnam to learn about Vietnamese history, art, and culture
Da Nang, Vietnam is home to some of Vietnam’s most interesting museums. I’ve chosen three of the best museums in the city. These are the ones that I think give visitors the best look at Vietnamese history and culture. Learn more about the Da Nang Museum, the Museum of Cham Sculpture, and the Fine Arts Museum. These three museums are perfect escapes from a rainy day in Da Nang.
Why you should visit Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake on the weekend
After witnessing the crazy traffic and crowds around Hoan Kiem Lake all week, our first weekend in Hanoi , Vietnam surprised us by how peaceful and lovely this area could be without the hustling and bustling of the weekday traffic.
Visiting the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Visit the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens, once considered to be the pearl of Indochina. Vietnam’s largest zoo dates back to 1865, and is a great place to spend a day in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City).
Celestial Lady Pagoda, Hue – a Temple on the Perfume River
The Celestial Lady Pagoda is one of the symbols of Hue, Vietnam’s old imperial city. Located along the Perfume River just west of the old Imperial Citadel, the Celestial Lady Pagoda is a quiet and peaceful place of beauty and contemplation. And the best part is, it’s completely FREE to visit.
B’estival: Ba Na Hill’s Oktoberfest (Beer Festival) – FREE BEER
FREE BEER? Beautiful German women? A French village on top of a mountain in central Vietnam? Count me in! B’estival is Ba Na Hill’s answer to Oktoberfest, a huge beer festival in the cool, misty mountains of Da Nang. The best part is, they give the beer away liberally and freely to visitors!
Jade Emperor Pagoda: Saigon’s Most Interesting Temple (FREE)
The Jade Emperor Pagoda in Saigon is one of the city’s oldest and most interesting temples. Best of all, it’s completely FREE to visit.
How To Visit Son Tra Peninsula and Da Nang’s Lady Buddha
Just 10 kilometers north of Da Nang City, the Son Tra Peninsula, commonly known by its nickname “Monkey Mountain”, is one of the most popular spots to spend a day outside of Da Nang.
Da Nang Coco City Bus Tour Review – The Pink Tourist Bus
Everything you need to know about Da Nang’s bright pink Coco City Tour Bus! This hop on hop off bus zips all around the city. How does it work? Where does it go? How do you buy a ticket, and how much does it cost? We review Da Nang, Vietnam’s famous Coco City Tour Bus!
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