10 Things to see and do in Vietnam

10 Things to see and do in Vietnam

Published Date: December 23, 2024

Vietnam is a paradise in disguise for Indians particularly because the flight travel takes only 13–18 hours and obtaining the VISA is easy. You can either apply for e-VISA or seek help from a travel agency for visa-on-arrival. It has wonderlands, sandy beaches, cultural attractions, and happening music and sports events. 

In this blog post, we’ve curated the ten most important things to see in Vietnam! Here, we go!

  1. An Ancient Hoi Town
  2. The world’s largest cave
  3. Mui Ne Sand Dunes
  4. Ben Thanh Market
  5. The water puppet show
  6. Ha Long Bay
  7. Cat Ba Island
  8. The World Coffee Museum 
  9. Cu Chi Tunnels
  10. Da Lat Flower Festival

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1. An Ancient Hoi Town

Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this tourist place is a must-see in Vietnam. It has ancient temples, architecture, charming alleyways, historic sites, etc. Also, this place is known for beautiful handicrafts. So, shopping is one of the best things to do in Vietnam. Moreover, this place is pedestrian-friendly so you can stroll through the roads or take a bicycle to explore the spot.     

2. The world’s largest cave

Phong Nha in Vietnam houses more than a hundred caves, including the world’s largest cave—Hang Son Doong. These wide and large caves will leave you awestruck and enable you to explore the hidden gems. The surrounding areas are jungled and have several splashing waterfalls. So, ensure you visit this site with a tourist guide.  

3. Mui Ne Sand Dunes

Among the famous tourist attractions in Vietnam, Mui Ne Beach along the southeastern coast of the country is significantly special. The sand is golden, the trees are palm, and the water activities are adventurous. Some of the interesting to-do activities are kiteboarding, ATC rides, sunbathing, and windsurfing.  

4. Ben Thanh Market

Most travelers visit Ho Chi Minh City only to do shopping at this market. From affordable clothes to charming souvenirs, and tiny accessories to ancient sea foods, you get everything in this oldest market of the country. Honestly, no tour operator fails to add this place to the Vietnam tour packages itinerary.   

5. The water puppet show

You might have heard of ordinary puppet shows. But have heard of water puppet shows? This is a three-day show that the Vietnamese perform for about one hour a day and demonstrates their rich culture. Owing to its importance, UNESCO has declared this activity an intangible UNESCO cultural site.   

6. Ha Long Bay

If you’re a nature lover or a wonder enthusiast, this tourist destination in Vietnam is for you! It has many limestone cliffs surrounded by rainforests. People visit these limestone islands to admire nature, witness spectacular sunrises and sunsets, and for photography.  

7. Cat Ba Island

This is a famous tropical island in the country known for hiking, trekking, and its breathtaking views. Most hikers aim to reach the Ngu Lam Peak and visit the nearby Lan Ha Bay. Visiting this rainforest island is an incredible experience owing to its turquoise waters, water activities (kayaking and snorkeling), etc., and is considered No.1 on the list of best places in Vietnam.

8. The World Coffee Museum 

Located in the regional capital of central Vietnam—Buon Ma Thuot, this museum is an eye-opener to tourists about the local coffee industries and their specialties. They offer some of the best coffees in the world, like weasel, civet, and egg coffee.    

9. Cu Chi Tunnels

These are amazing underground network tunnels built during the Vietnam War and are now considered a perfect tourist site in the country. Tourists are astonished by the narrow passages and the iconic structures in these tunnels and generally don’t realize how the day was well spent. Hence, experts call these tunnels one of the best things to see and do in Vietnam.  

10. Da Lat Flower Festival

At Lam Dong, Vietnam, the Vietnamese host a special cultural festival called Da Lat Flower Festival every year. The purpose of conducting this festival was to promote economic growth by exhibiting flowers, plants, and vegetables. People believe that it is a sign of respect for the efforts the floriculture makes and helps increase the value of flowers.

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