Hoi An Ancient Town & Lantern Tours
Wander the UNESCO-listed ancient town of Hoi An: the Japanese Covered Bridge, centuries-old merchant houses and Chinese assembly halls, tailor shops and art galleries, all glowing with colourful silk lanterns by night. Evening tours add a magical lantern-boat ride and the chance to release a candle on the Thu Bồn River.
200 tours · prices per person, book with partner
Ancient Town & Lanterns in Hoi An — FAQ
What is Hoi An ancient town known for?
Hoi An’s UNESCO-listed ancient town is famous for its preserved merchant houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese assembly halls, tailors, and the colourful silk lanterns that light it up at night.
Why is Hoi An famous for lanterns?
Hoi An is renowned for its silk lanterns, which fill the ancient town with colour after dark; visitors can join a lantern-boat ride and release a floating candle on the river — a magical highlight.
Is a Hoi An ancient town tour worth it?
Yes — strolling the lantern-lit old town, seeing the Japanese Bridge and historic houses, and joining an evening lantern-boat ride is the essential, atmospheric Hoi An experience.