The Canadian/American Drift Travel Magazine recently recommended the Top 5 cities in Vietnam visitors should visit during their trip. Drift Travel stated, Vietnam is a country known for incredible beauty, with some of the most stunning cities in Southeast Asia. From the vibrant metropolis Ho Chi Minh City and Ha Noi to charming beaches of Nha Trang, there are countless breathtaking spots to explore throughout Vietnam.

Hanoi – city for peace

1. Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, the place where history meets modern cosmopolitanism, is the largest commercial hub of Vietnam, and is more lively than ever. The City offers rich and turbulent history from French colonisation, the Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, a neo-Romanesque and Gothic cathedral built by French colonists in the late 1800s; Cu Chi Tunnels, underground tunnels used by guerrilla troops; the War Remnants Museum, an often-disturbing look at the atrocities of the decade-long war, etc. Visitors can take a cooking class to experience the national cuisine firsthand.

Ho Chi Minh City – a vibrant city of Vietnam

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2. Da Lat

This city is a must-see for visitors who are looking for an authentic Vietnamese experience. The city is famous for flowers and honeymooners with lovely French-style villas to modern-day architecture, the fresh air, the beautiful waterfalls and gorgeous lakes sits in a lush and green valley of postcard beauty. Besides, visitors can enjoy its lively markets and delicious street food and cafe.

Da Lat is also called “The city of Pine Trees”

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3. Ha Noi

The capital city of Vietnam where traditional Vietnamese culture embraces modern times. Ha Noi is a home of many historical relics and ancient architecture, such as One Pillar Pagoda, Hoa Lo Prison Relic, Temple of Literature – Quoc Tu Giam, etc. and it’s been long enough to grant fame for the quintessential Ha Noi oldest area in the city. The Old Quarter is a maze of streets dating back to the 13th century, promising to give travellers a “good” maze runner in real life to find out the exit. Street food of Ha Noi is the highlight that attracts many foreign tourists. Ha Noi is close to Ha Long Bay, where visitors can go kayaking or rock climbing.

One Pillar Pagoda

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4. Nha Trang

Located in South Central Vietnam, Nha Trang is a coastal city famous for its stunning miles of beach, jungles and rainforest intermixed with rich culture. It is truly a great escape from hustle and bustle cities with crystal blue waters and pleasant climate. Sport lover travellers can satisfy their will in Nha Trang since water sports activities are offered widely.

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5. Hoi An

Last but not least, the Ancient Town of Vietnam, an incredibly beautiful city located in the Central Region of Vietnam. Hoi An is an excellent mix of city life and nature, gorgeous yellow old houses, outstanding beaches, vibrant nightlife, and traditional markets. Here, visitors are free to explore wooden Chinese-style houses, old-fashioned tea shops, and ancient pagodas.

Pagoda-Bridge – A famous symbol in Hoi An

A glance of Hoi An Ancient Town

Shimmering lantern at night

From 15th March 2022, Vietnam has restored visa policy (unilateral visa exemption, bilateral visa, e-visa, visa-on-arrival) and entry and exit policy for international visitors as before the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic. In which, international visitors are not required to have COVID-19 certification, COVID-19 testing, and quarantine requirements. All visitors need to do is to apply for a visa to travel to Vietnam and explore the most beautiful cities.

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