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What to do in Hoi An at night
Minh Nguyen
What to do in Hoi An at night

Hoi An is beautiful no matter the time of the day, but it’s especially spectacular at night. Watch as candle-lit lanterns float down the Thu Bon River. Here are our favorite things to do in Hoi An at night.


Stroll Around The Ancient Town


Stoll Around The Ancient Town


The Hoi An Ancient Town is beautiful at night. There is nothing more peaceful than strolling through the big and small alleyways of the town, each unique and colored by the lanterns strung above from wall to wall. Explore the streets and hop in and out of shop houses. There are no vehicles to bother you—just other curious souls.


Marvel at the Japanese Covered Bridge


Marvel at the Japanese Covered Bridge



An emblematic symbol of Hoi An, The Japanese Covered Bridge is located in the heart of the Old Quarter. It was built in the 17th century by the Japanese as a way of getting to the Chinese quarter. When darkness falls, the bridge gets illuminated by colorful lights which get reflected on the water, making it an even more beautiful spectacle. It’s also a popular spot for engagement photo shoots.


Shop at the Night Market


Shop at the Night Market


The Night Market is just across the bridge over the Hoai River, in An Hoi island. This is where you find most dining and drinking venues. The market is full of stalls, stacked high with souvenirs, from clothes, to accessories, shoes, handbags, lacquer wear, lanterns, and jewelry. If you’re looking to buy some gifts for your friends back home, buy them here. There are plenty of street food vendors around too, so grab some snacks such as a banh mi (Vietnamese baguette sandwich) as you jump from stall to stall. Make sure to try the famous coconut popsicle ice cream too!


Play Bai Choi


Play Bai Choi
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Bai Choi is a traditional Vietnamese game. By the Hoi An bridge, there’s a wide yard with a daily crowd playing what looks like a card game. If this ignites your curiosity, join them; they are very welcoming. Buy in and get some cards, and they will teach you how to play. All you have to do is listen to the Hoi An folk songs the locals sing. At the end of each song, you’ll hear the name of the card you have to play. If you get three, you get a gift!


Release a Paper Lantern and Make a Wish


After 6:00 p.m., you will see street vendors of all ages starting to sell paper lanterns by the river. A common tradition is to buy these, light them up, and make a wish as you set them afloat on the water. It’s thought to bring you luck and happiness. The river twinkles with hundreds of these lanterns floating away into the distance.


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