Hue has always been attached to the ancient, dreamlike, ancient landscape, although it has now become one of the central cities of Vietnam. If you suddenly want to leave the street, please save yourself the experience of Hue tourism below to enjoy the vibrant life cycle on each street.
 

1. The ideal time to travel to Hue

In the transition zone between the South and the North, the weather in Hue is a combination of both regions, reducing the harsh part and also quite moderate. The rainy season in Hue starts from May and lasts until November, the peak time of the storms and floods, so it is necessary to monitor the weather before making the trip. Although Hue does not have a clear winter like the Northern provinces, the temperature is not high, it may be lower than 10 degrees.

According to many self-sufficient Hue travel experiences, the best time for the tour is at the time of the season: between the spring - summer and autumn - winter.

April - May: This is a mild, pleasant climate, suitable for all fun activities. That's not to mention every 2 years, Hue Festival is held at the end of April, to honor cultural heritage and promote tourism. If traveling to Hue at this time, your trip will be guaranteed to be 200% complete. If you go to Hue during the annual Hue Festival, please consult the Festival Hue travel guide.

Season of flowers: No less than 12 flowers in Hanoi, Hue owns many charming flowers blooming all year round. March and April are cornflower seasons; summer is the time when the red phoenix blooms in the sky near Trang Tien bridge; throughout May - August are lotus flowers in Hoang Thanh bloom ...
 

2. How to come to Hue?

2.1. By plane

Fly from Ho Chi Minh city to Hue in "blink of an eye" 30 minutes, with the price of 400,000 VND / way.

Flight time to Hanoi for Hue is only about 1 hour, from VND 730,000 / way.

Phu Bai Airport is 15 km from the city center so when landing, there are two ways to move into the city:

The most advantageous is taking a taxi for about 250,000 VND / trip.

But if you do not keep your baggage, the airport transfer car is a more economical way of transporting for only 40,000 - 50,000 VND / person / time.
 

2.2. By train

Trains are an interesting means of travel for those who want to spend time admiring the beauty on both sides of the road. You can refer to the appropriate time and train here.

Hanoi - Hue trains cost between VND 300,000 - 955,000 / way / passenger, moving for about 14 hours

Saigon - Hue trains cost more from 400,000 to 1,050,000 VND / way / person, running time is from 18 hours to 22 hours.

If you combine Hue - Da Nang tourism, you can save quite a lot of time and budget when the train from Da Nang to Hue takes only 3 hours and has a price of 50,000 - 120,000 VND / way / person.

2.3. By bus

Take the self-sufficient Hue travel experience to fully experience the ancient capital

The most affordable price is choosing Hue tourism by passenger car. There are a lot of high-quality car bed firms moving from all provinces across the country to have routes to Hue.

From Hanoi, there are Hoang Long, Camel Travel, The Sinh Tourist, priced at VND 250,000 - 350,000 / turn, running approximately 12-16 hours.

From Saigon are Tam Minh Phuong, Minh Duc, Hoang Long, Huong Ty firms, priced from 400,000 - 650,000 VND / turn; journey lasts 1 day from 20-24 hours.

From Da Nang, there are countless choices, the most popular being The Sinh Tourist, HAV Limousine, Huetourist ... Car seats are comfortable only 80,000 - 180,000 VND / turn, about 2-3 hours to arrive.
 

3. Transportation in Hue

Transportation is probably one of the last things you have to worry about when learning about Hue travel experiences. This city has countless ways for you to explore, but is extremely available and convenient.
 

3.1. Motorcycle

At the top of the list, especially with dusty travelers, must be a motorbike rental. As a tourist city, the car rental services in Hue are very diverse, affordable from 100,000 to 120,000 VND / day. The simplest way is to contact the hotels in Hue, most of them are available for tourists.
 

3.2. Taxi

If you do not want to drive yourself far, the taxi is ready to accompany you on all roads. Some of the familiar Hue taxi firms are Dong Ba (Phone number: 0234.3.84.84.84), Mai Linh (Telephone number: 0234.3.89.89.89), Phu Xuan (Telephone number: 0234.3.87.87.87), Thanh Cong (SDT: 0234.3 .57.57.57).
 

3.3. Cars

If you have a driver's license, you can rent a car so that your family or group can enjoy it with you. Car rental price in Hue will be around 500,000 - 900,000 VND / day.
 

3.4. Bicycle 

Hue dream and slow pace of life is the ideal place for you to rent a bicycle around the city. The rental price is extremely affordable, only 20,000 - 30,000 VND / unit / day.
 

3.5. Cyclo

The cyclo is now rare and still works quite well in popular tourist cities. Cyclo prices are also "economical", 15,000 - 20,000 VND / person / hour for a discovery trip, while local people tell you interesting stories. One point to note is that the cyclo in Hue does not have a unified unit but is the individual driver, so you need to agree on the price before getting on the bus.
 

4. What to visit in Hue?

4.1 Inner city

4.1.1 (Hue citadel)

Visiting hours:

Summer: From 6:30 to 17:30

Winter: from 7:00 to 17:00

Ticket price: 150,000 VND / person / time.

Hue Citadel is the place that any Hue travel experience cannot be missed. The capital of the Nguyen Dynasty during 143, Hue Citadel was recognized as a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Hue Citadel has an area of ​​520 hectares and is divided into two parts: where civilians and mandarins live, and the Citadel - the living and working place of the king and royal family.

Simply put, the Citadel is the second round of the Hue citadel, where the king of the Nguyen dynasty worked. The last round of the imperial city of Hue is the Forbidden City, including palaces where the king and the royal family live daily.

To complete a huge amount of buildings inside the Citadel is a long process of many kings. However, all of them are built according to the strict principles in feudal architecture, using the most luxurious materials such as glassware, Bat Trang glazed tiles, painted with long-grained, etc.

** Some important monuments inside Hue Citadel:

4.1.2 Ngo Mon

As the main gate of the Imperial Citadel, Ngo Mon only serves as the king's path or to receive the envoys. Since being built in the reign of King Minh Mang, Ngo Mon was the place where many important events and festivals took place, including the event of King Bao Dai reading the Declaration of Divination in 1945.
 

4.1.3. Ky Dai

The monument is a flagpole hanging from the imperial flag, located in the middle of the south of the citadel.
 

4.1.4. Thai Hoa palace

As a symbol of power of the Nguyen Dynasty, Thai Hoa Palace and Dai Trieu Nghi Court are the places where important court ceremonies are held such as the coronation ceremony, the reception of envoys, the king's birthday, or the great court every month. 2 times.
 

4.1.5. Quoc Tu Giam - Thua Thien Hue History Museum

Quoc Tu Giam acts as a feudal university, originally founded in Thang Long in the Ly Dynasty. By the time of Nguyen and Quoc Tu Giam was built in Hue, the facility outside Hanoi was designated as Van Mieu - a place of worship for saints. Quoc Tu Giam Hue has since played the role of the only university in the country, gathering and training hundreds of talents during the Nguyen Dynasty.

Quoc Tu Giam Hue has become the Thua Thien Hue History Museum, a place to keep Hue's historical artifacts through many periods, especially in the time of bearing - fierce resistance.

Address: 01 Road 23 August, Thuan Thanh Ward, TP. Huế.

Sightseeing time: From Tuesday to Sunday

Morning: 7:30 - 11:00

Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:00

Ticket price: 30,000 VND / person.
 

4.1.6. Dien Long An - Hue Ancient Antiquities Museum

Built by King Thieu Tri to serve as a place for resting and reading, Long An electricity is now built into the Hue Royal Antiquities Museum. This is the archives of the palace, providing a closer look at the golden life of the past.

Sightseeing time: 7:00 - 17:00 every day (Monday closed).

General fare to visit Citadel and museum: VND 150,000 / ticket.
 

4.1.7. Thien Mu Pagoda

Thien Mu Pagoda possesses a dreamlike position on Ha Khe hill, on the left bank of Huong river, has long been a typical image of Hue dreamland. The pagoda was built in 1601 by the first king of the Nguyen Dynasty - Nguyen Hoang and still maintains the largest scale temple throughout this dynasty.

Associated with Thien Mu pagoda is Phuoc Duyen tower and the pagoda bell rang. What makes the Thien Mu Pagoda bell so special is because the bell is played twice a day, 3:30 and 19:30, each time it strikes 108 times in an hour. Must be people who have practice and passion to do this.

Address: Doi Ha Khe, 140 - 142 Nguyen Phuc Nguyen, TP. Huế.

Sightseeing time: 7:00 - 17:00 every day.
 

4.1.8. Huong river

Stretching across the ancient capital is the Huong River. The peaceful, bustling river, drifting silently, bending itself through the famous landmarks of Hue city.

The experience of Hue tourism is self-sufficient, there are countless ways to admire the beauty of Huong River: watching the river from Thien Mu Pagoda, going to a dragon boat on the river, or listening to Hue songs on the river at night ... Each experience is like a private image. special of this river.
 

4.1.9. Trang Tien Bridge

Also a symbolic image of the city, Trang Tien bridge crossing the Huong River is also something that Hue people are always proud of. The bridge was built more than 200 years ago, originally just a normal rattan material but then built by the French into a six-span iron bridge now.

If you have a chance to travel to Hue in the summer, do not miss the best time of Truong Tien Bridge - when the red phoenix blooms, it dips into the inherent peaceful setting.
 

4.1.10. Dong Ba Market

Dong Ba is the most famous scale market not only of Hue but also of the Central region. The market is full of goods ranging from food, daily utensils, to specialties of Hue such as dry lotus seeds Tinh Tam lake (in the Citadel), Phu Cam conical hats, or jewelry of Ke Mon village ...

Address: Tran Hung Dao Street, Phu Hoa Ward, TP. Hue (100 meters from Truong Tien Bridge).
 

4.1.11. Vong Canh Hill

In the southwestern area of ​​the city, Vong Canh Hill sits peacefully on the charming Huong River. True to your name, Canh Canh, standing on the hill, you can take a look at all the famous tourist sites of Hue such as Ngoc Tran Mountain - where Hon Chen Temple is located, tombs and temples, pagodas and pagodas. ancient ... alternating between poetic green forests.

Address: Huyen Tran Cong Chua street, TP. Hue (about 7 km from the center).
 

4.1.12. Ngu Binh Mountain

Ngu Binh is the mountain that always goes up with the Perfume River. Possessing a tranquil position shining down on the poetic Huong River, Ngu Binh mountain is shaped like a trapezoidal, flat peak, looking as far away as a screen covering the ancient city. Standing on Ngu mountain, you will also own the beautiful city panorama.

Address: An Cuu Ward, TP. Hue (4km south of the center, belongs to the area between the Mussels and Gia Vien Con).
 

4.2. Area outside Hue city

4.2.1. Tombs

After Hue Citadel, the tombs of the Nguyen dynasty kings are the places that no Hue tourism experience can be ignored. There are a total of 7 tombs among the 13 kings of this dynasty. Each tomb has a characteristic architectural feature, oriental feng shui definition, combined with the individual character of each king, contributing to telling the history story for posterity.

Sightseeing time: 7:00 - 17:00 every day.

Ticket price:

Minh Mang Tomb, Tu Duc and Khai Dinh Tombs: VND 100,000 / ticket

Gia Long Tomb, Thieu Tri and Dong Khanh: VND 40,000 / ticket.
 

4.2.2. Dien Hon Chen

As the most sacred shrine in Hue, Hon Chen electricity is also associated with many historical anecdotes. Initially, this is the place to worship the goddess Po Nagar (Thien Y Thanh Mau) according to the Cham tradition and also the goddess who was worshiped by the Nguyen gods.

This temple located on Ngoc Tran mountain can be considered as a harmony between folk spiritual beliefs and ancient imperial culture. So far, March and July of the lunar year are still the major festivals in Hon Chen Palace, with large processions overflowing with flags, flowers, music, and thousands of people to attend.

How to get to Hon Chen electricity: Take a boat from the boat station in Cu Chanh village, Thuy Bang commune; or take a dragon boat from the Court of Kham, upstream of the Perfume River.
 

4.2.3. Thien An Hill - Ho Thuy Tien

Just emerging not long ago in the Hue tourism experience, Thuy Tien Lake became a new check-in place in Hue, especially attracting young people to explore. Located near Thien An hill - the hill is greened by pine forest like Da Lat, Thuy Tien lake has an abandoned amusement park. The entire 50-hectare campus with many fun items has sunk into the wild, covered with moss, degraded is the point of "fighting" the brave guests.

Address: Thuy Bang Commune, Huong Thuy Town (10 km south of Hue City Center, on the road to visit Khai Dinh Tomb).
 

4.3. Attractions around Hue city

4.3.1. Thuan An Sea

Being a small beach near Hue city, Thuan An is the ideal place for sudden craving for the sea but does not want to go far. The beach is more than 1 km long known for its beautiful sunrise and sunset scenery, just standing on the fine sandy beach watching is enough to satisfy.

Address: Thuan An Town, Phu Vang District, Thua Thien - Hue Province (15 km from the city center to the East).
 

4.3.2. Canh Duong Sea

Located between Hue and Da Nang, Canh Duong has just reached the list of Hue travel experiences not long ago. Canh Duong Beach is very large, suitable for taking a dose and overnight camping to listen to the sea breeze in the ear.

To Canh Duong, do not just immerse yourself in the clear blue water but enjoy all the fresh seafood here, as well as explore nearby Canh Duong village. You can refer to Canh Duong Beachcamp travel experience.

Address: Canh Duong Village, Loc Vinh Commune, Phu Loc District, Thua Thien - Hue Province (about 50 km from Hue city center).
 

4.3.3. Lang Co Bay

If you are looking for a peaceful setting between mountains - pristine sea, Lang Co is the ideal choice. Lang Co Beach is clear water, curved beach is embraced by Hai Van Pass, which is known as one of the most beautiful bays in the world.

That is the reason that Lang Co concentrates many resorts, giving you a dream vacation, completely leaving the noisy city to immerse yourself in nature.
 

4.3.4. Bach Ma National Park

Da Nang and Thua Thien - Hue have a natural boundary, which is the Bach Ma range. Belonging to Bach Ma National Park, this is always the place to urge those who love to conquer nature.

One of the most famous stops on Bach Ma Street is Vong Hai Dai - the highest point, where you can take in panoramic views of Lang Co Bay, Truoi Lake, full of mountain rivers and clouds of Hue.

In addition, exploring further, Bach Ma National Park also has the Five Lakes - a majestic stream pouring from above, creating five large and small lakes on its way; or Do Quyen waterfall full of beautiful flowers blooming every 3 months ...

How to get to Bach Ma National Park: From Hue along National Highway 1A, straight to Phu Loc town will see a sign to Bach Ma. At the security door, there will be a car service for visitors to the summit with the price of VND 900,000 / round trip.
 

4.3.5. Truoi Lake

Located at the foot of Bach Ma mountain range, Truoi Lake also has a dreamy beauty typical of Hue. This is essentially a service of irrigation; But thanks to being surrounded by mountains, Lake Truoi has become a "cooling place" when Hue tourism is self-sufficient in the summer of fire.

Near Truoi Lake is Truc Lam Bach Ma Monastery, belonging to Truc Lam Yen Tu sect. Guests who want to visit the monastery must go to the boat, pass 172 steps to set foot on the gate of Tam Quan. It is like a small challenge, as you will be waiting for you to be the scenery of a peaceful lake in the middle of a beautiful mountain.

Address: Phu Loc District, Thua Thien - Hue Province (30 km from the city center to the south).
 

4.3.6. Lap An lagoon

Also located at the foot of Hai Van Pass, right next to the beautiful Lang Co Bay, Lap An Lagoon also possesses its own rare beauty. Large water basin, sinking into the peacefulness of the mountains. The life of the people around the lagoon is also as quiet as that of fishing activities, digging devotion every time the tide goes down..

In particular, the experience you cannot ignore in An lagoon is the walking path between the lagoon will appear every time the tide is low, "virtual" is no less than Diep Son or Noi Hon!

Address: Lang Co town, Phu Loc district, Thua Thien - Hue.
 

4.3.7. Tam Giang lagoon

Tam Giang lagoon belongs to a large system of Tam Giang - Cau Hai lagoon, the largest lagoon in Southeast Asia. The vast lagoon, along with the Thai Duong Ha fishing village, is like a solitary oasis among four water surfaces that will attract you at first sight.

The life of people in this ancient fishing village is vibrant but also extremely peaceful. Every morning, boats were crowded with boats leaving the shore to catch seafood. In the afternoon, there is nothing more wonderful than sitting on a boat watching the sunset orange glowing with water.

Address: 4 districts of Phong Dien, Quang Dien, Huong Tra and Phu Vang of Thua Thien - Hue.
 

5. Discovering the ancient land food

Hue specialties and reference address

Hue Country is a treasure trove of special dishes, a combination of sophistication and popular flavors that cause memory for those who have tried. Find out about Hue specialties that have been dubbed not tried yet, have not set foot in the ancient capital.
 

5.1. Bun Bo Hue

In Hue, of course, the first dish to eat is bun bo Hue. This dish really has become a brand, not less than two "brothers" are Hanoi pho and Saigon plate rice.

The original Hue beef noodle soup may be quite strange for those who are familiar with that variation version. Vermicelli is used in small size, broth is spicy, right on Hue root; Add spring roll, sprout the Hue beef vermicelli to be considered sufficient.

Reference address:

17 Ly Thuong Kiet, Hue city

Quan Ba ​​Tuyet: 47 Nguyen Cong Tru, Hue city

Quan The Drag: 20 Bach Dang, Hue city
 

5.2. Mussel rice

Mussel dishes can be found all over the city streets. Sweet mussel meat is stirred with rich spices. When eating, the mussel will be served in a bowl of white rice, added with fat, the Hue sauce is "enough" for a dish that causes injury.

Reference address:

Small shop: 28 Pham Hong Thai, Hue city

The shops in Con Hen, P. Vi Da, Hue city
 

5.3. Hue cakes

Who is addicted to rice noodle, dumplings, and filtered breads, with little ceiling without knowing this dish comes from Hue.

Reference address:

Quan Ba ​​Do: 08 Nguyen Binh Khiem, TP. Huế

Food court of markets such as Tay Loc market, Dong Ba market.

109 Le Huan
 

5.4. Hue tea

Tea seems to have become an indispensable dish in the cuisine of all regions. Simple tea dishes, which can be easily found on any road, or alley, but also charming charming sweet guests with enough exquisite taste, as diverse as the people here.

The most famous dishes of Hue tea are corn tea, roasted pork tea powder, tea with lotus seeds, water-drenched tea, sweet tea, lotus tea ...

Reference address:

Ngoc Hien Tea: 65 Tran Hung Dao, Hue city

Tea Thanh: 78 Mai Thuc Loan, P. Phu Hau, Hue city

Tea of ​​Ton Dich: In front of Thuong Bac park, Hue city
 

5.5. Sour shrimp paste

Hue people always have an endless love for fish sauce, in which one of the most favorite dishes bought by tourists is sour shrimp paste. A special feature of this dish is that fresh shrimp is soaked with white wine so it will ripen slowly and form a dark red color. The best sour shrimp paste is rolled with boiled meat, rice paper and other vegetables.

Reference address:

To Viet sour shrimp, 95 Chi Lang, Hue city

Nam Pho soup cake

The soup cake is not a strange dish but the people of Nam Pho village, Phu Vang district have a way to make this familiar dish much more special. Mixed broth, dark red color of cashew nuts, full of attractive crabs and shrimp.

Reference address:

Thuy Thuy: 16 Pham Hong Thai

Quan O Thu: 374 Chi Lang
 

5.6. Nice cafes in Hue

In addition to diverse cuisine, Hue is also one of the busiest cities in the country. So of course, there is no shortage of beautiful cafes here for "virtual living team" to check in. Plan to take hundreds of photos at beautiful cafes in Hue with your friends!

6. Where to stay in Hue?

As a famous tourist city of our country, the hotel system in Hue is extremely diverse, spread across all segments to satisfy the needs of leisure and relaxation of visitors.

6.1. Hotel in Hue

The choice is considered by many people as 3-star hotels in Hue thanks to affordable prices, only from VND 500,000 / night. Plus a nice location - most of them are located in the central area, or near popular tourist destinations, names like Thanh Uyen Hotel Hue, Villa Hue, Cherry Hotel Hue, Rosaleen Boutique Hotel ... are all very good. Favorite visitors.

In the high-end segment, there are 4 - 5-star hotels in Hue. Stop at Indochine Palace, Hue Imperial Hotel, or Eldora Hotel, ignore all worries and enjoy the luxury space, professional service quality, and first-class facilities.

6.2. Resort in Hue

If you are looking for a perfect vacation, be relaxed between beautiful nature and enjoy it.

Lang Co Beach Resort, Vedana Lagoon Resort & Spa, Pilgrimage Villade Boutique Resort & Spa, Ana Mandara Hue Beach Resort are all names that satisfy your dream holiday. Choose one of the top 6 resorts in Hue for a vacation at the ancient paradise of the ancient capital.

6.3. Homestay in Hue

For young people traveling in the form of phượt, want to save costs but still prefer a place to stop, then go straight to the hostel, homestay in Hue. What's even better when the price is only 150,000 VND / night, you still have the opportunity to own a lovely resting place.

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