Kevin's Guides

HOI AN - 12 Things to Do in the Peaceful Yellow Town

This guide starts with activities right in Hoi An Old Town and gradually expands outward — so you can mix and match based on your schedule. The numbering isn’t about ranking — it’s just to make it easier to follow.

1. Cycle & Spin in Coconut Forest (Duration: ~4 hours)

Explore the streets and countryside of Hoi An by bike and end your ride with a wild spinning session in a traditional basket boat. A great combo of sweat, smiles, and sightseeing.

2. Join a Local Cooking Class (Duration: ~3 hours)

Learn how to cook iconic Vietnamese dishes from scratch with locals who’ll show you the secrets behind their flavors. A perfect souvenir for your taste buds.

3. Paint and Stick Your Own Lantern (Duration: ~1 hour)

Create your own lantern — a symbol of Hoi An — and bring home a piece of the town made by your own hands.

4. Get Custom Clothes from a Tailor

(Duration: ~2 hours consultation + 30–45 mins next day fitting)

There are hundreds of tailor shops, but I care about quality over quantity. Mention Kevin and enjoy:

5% Discount

Stronger stitching at tear-prone areas

Recommended Tailors:

* Blue Eye Tailor | 48 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/r2F26W4iTUK9krSK9

*Sister Tailor | 41 Nguyen Thai Hoc street

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZNeXLhaPqFhVjw4s5

5. Try Local Street Food (Free Time)

Some picks for where the locals eat (and a few gems that tourists love too):

*Nu Eatery — fusion food, closed Wednesdays

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/HfZnABfYvUnwSiSAA

*Banh Mi Sum — a favorite among locals

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/fxSVqTMtHAHrtaKq7

*Banh Mi Madam Khanh —

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/xsN3GBwNtZCMmmjw9

6. Hide Away in Local Cafés (Free Time)

Perfect for journaling, reading, or relaxing away from the crowd:

* Hoi An by Ala

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ywb7GeGdoeDzqfRc8

* Hoi An Coffee Hub

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/whEfNw4tGYTTrS9R6

* Buttercup by Rosie’s Café

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/bT78GmDSwRM1xYXr6

* Nourish Eatery

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/eAoXciCDkX4nT6fc9

* Phin Coffee Restaurant

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/fgsm1YW9iqdGU9Gj8

7. Release Paper Lanterns on the Bon River (Duration: ~20 minutes)

Like Rapunzel in Tangled, release a paper lantern on the river at night. While ticket sellers can be pushy and inattentive, I can arrange a fair-price ride (same as public ticket) with locals I trust — includes lantern, lighter, and a peaceful 20-minute ride.

📩 Just message me 1 hour in advance (no extra fee — I just want to support good locals).

💡 Tip: Go after dinner or at sunset, but avoid 7:00–8:30 PM — too crowded!

8. Enjoy Live Performances (Duration: ~an 3 hours)

*Hoi An Memories Show - outdoor mega-stage, storytelling through dance and lights

*Teh Dar Bamboo Show -acrobatic bamboo show by Vietnamese ethnic performers

9. Chill at Cafe/Restaurant for lunch or dinner on An Bang beach (Duratoin: Free Time)

* 3 Ladies Kitchen (Open 9:00 - 18:00) - Super local, no fancy tables, just take a chair bed on the beach and order drinks and foods, super-softly price

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/zmXSEWeboR5cPgR18

* Shore club, An Bang beach (Open 7:30 - 21:00)

👉 https://maps.app.goo.gl/XcmKMXBGoHYJM7JE7

* The Deck House An Bang Beach (Open 7:00 - 22:00)

👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/34Gq6XfZKpyzpSmR8

* Seascape Restaurant (open 9:00-21:00)

👉 https://maps.app.goo.gl/YWdt6DhfDrQEwK6n8

10. Visit My Son Sanctuary (Half-Day Tour)

Step into Vietnam’s Champa Kingdom at this UNESCO site.

🚌 Hotel pickup/drop-off with guide

🗣️ Learn about Cham culture, temples, and architecture

🌄 Morning or afternoon tours available