Quick answer: Foreign visitors pay VND 120,000 (children 1–1.4 m VND 50,000; under 1 m free) to enter the Ancient Town. The ticket includes entry to a selection of heritage sites (typically up to 5). Buy it at the ticket booths at the Ancient Town’s entrances; sites are open roughly 8:00–17:00.
Hoi An charges an entrance fee to fund the preservation of its UNESCO-listed old town. Ticket checks happen at booths on the streets leading into the core.
Ticket details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Adult (foreigner) | VND 120,000 |
| Child 1–1.4 m | VND 50,000 |
| Child under 1 m | Free |
| Heritage sites | About 8:00–17:00 |
Check current rules on the official Hoi An heritage site.
Which sites to choose
- Japanese Covered Bridge (the inner temple).
- Phuc Kien Assembly Hall.
- Tan Ky or Duc An Old House.
- Quan Cong Temple.
- Museum of Trade Ceramics or the folk culture museum.
Tips
- Keep your ticket with you: it may be checked more than once.
- Visit sites in the morning; evenings are for walking and lanterns.
- Some restaurants and shops are free to enter without visiting a site.
FAQ: Hoi An Ancient Town ticket
Do I need a ticket to walk around Hoi An?
Officially, yes: foreign visitors are expected to buy the ticket to enter the Ancient Town.
How long is the ticket valid?
Rules have changed over time; ask at the booth whether it covers multiple days.
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