Vietnam
Vietnam

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Vietnam travel guide

Villes, attractions, météo régionale et connectivité pour votre voyage au Vietnam

Quick facts

Capital
Hanoi

Hanoi is Vietnam’s capital and a major cultural and transport centre.

Currency
Vietnamese dong (VND)

Cash is useful for markets and smaller businesses; cards are common in major cities and hotels.

Language
Vietnamese

English is increasingly common in major tourist areas, hotels, and travel services.

Time zone
Indochina Time (UTC+7)

Vietnam uses one time zone and does not observe daylight saving time.

Calling code
+84

Remove the domestic leading zero when calling a Vietnamese number from abroad.

Emergency numbers
Police 113; fire 114; ambulance 115

Save the relevant emergency numbers and your accommodation contact details before travelling.

Le Vietnam combine des villes historiques, des baies de calcaire, des paysages montagneux, des plages, des voyages axés sur la gastronomie et un long itinéraire nord-sud. Ce guide rassemble les informations pratiques nécessaires pour planifier un voyage cohérent.

Les grandes villes du Vietnam

Parmi les destinations phares figurent Hanoï, Hô Chi Minh-Ville, Da Nang, Hội An, Hué, Nha Trang, Ha Long, Sapa, Da Lat et Phu Quoc. Les temps de trajet peuvent être importants, il est donc stratégique de combiner le train, l’avion, le bus et les transferts privés.

Points forts et attractions

Les expériences majeures incluent la baie d’Ha Long, la vieille ville de Hội An, les tunnels de Cu Chi, le musée des vestiges de la guerre, la cité impériale de Hué, le pont d’or, les rizières en terrasses de Sapa, le delta du Mékong, le Temple de la Littérature et la pagode Tran Quoc.

Météo et meilleure période pour visiter

Le climat du Vietnam varie entre le nord, la côte centrale et le sud. Le nord du Vietnam connaît des hivers plus frais, les régions centrales ont une saison des tempêtes distincte, et le sud du Vietnam reste chaud toute l’année. Examinez les conditions pour chaque arrêt plutôt que de vous fier à une prévision nationale unique.

Transport et connectivité

Les vols intérieurs permettent de gagner du temps sur les longs itinéraires, tandis que les trains et les bus conviennent aux itinéraires plus lents. Les données mobiles sont précieuses pour les cartes, les applications de covoiturage, la traduction, les réservations et les messages d’hébergement. Installez une eSIM Vietnam avant le départ et activez-la lorsque vous vous connectez après l’arrivée.

Prises de courant

Le Vietnam utilise couramment des prises compatibles de type A, C et F avec une alimentation de 220 V, 50 Hz. Un adaptateur universel est utile car les styles de prises peuvent varier entre les propriétés.

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Destination ratings

TravelFi editorial destination ratings.

Connectivity

8.7 / 10.0

Strong mobile-data availability in cities and established tourist areas, with variation in remote regions.

Public transport

7.2 / 10.0

Domestic flights, trains, buses, ride-hailing, and private transfers provide broad coverage with varied comfort.

Culture and heritage

9.2 / 10.0

Historic cities, temples, imperial heritage, local communities, and diverse regional traditions.

Food

9.5 / 10.0

Highly varied regional cuisine, excellent street food, coffee culture, markets, and affordable dining.

Value

9.3 / 10.0

Accommodation, food, transport, and activities offer strong value across a wide range of travel styles.

Power plugs in Vietnam

220 V · 50 Hz

Type A

Two flat parallel pins. Usually ungrounded.

Type C

Two round pins. Usually ungrounded.

Type F

Two round pins with side grounding contacts. Often called the Schuko plug.

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Adapter guidance

Vietnam commonly uses Type A, C, and F-compatible sockets. A universal travel adapter is the simplest option when moving between hotels and regions.

Voltage notice

Confirm that your devices support 220 V at 50 Hz. Dual-voltage phone and laptop chargers usually work with a suitable plug adapter.

Check if you need an adapter

Weather and climate

Forecast location: Hanoi, Vietnam

Vietnam has tropical and subtropical climates with major regional differences. Northern areas have cooler winters, central Vietnam has a distinct storm and rainy season, and the south remains warm throughout the year.

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Featured cities

Places to include in your Vietnam itinerary.

Hanoi

Hanoi

Vietnam’s capital combines historic quarters, lakes, street food, museums, and convenient access to northern Vietnam.

Suggested stay: 3–4 days
Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s largest urban centre, known for food, nightlife, museums, markets, and day trips.

Suggested stay: 3–4 days
Da Nang

Da Nang

Da Nang combines beaches, modern city amenities, mountain scenery, and easy access to Hoi An and Hue.

Suggested stay: 3–5 days
Quang Nam

Hoi An

Hoi An is a preserved riverside trading town known for lanterns, historic architecture, tailoring, and nearby beaches.

Suggested stay: 2–4 days
Thua Thien Hue

Hue

Hue is Vietnam’s former imperial capital, featuring the historic citadel, royal tombs, pagodas, and refined regional cuisine.

Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Khanh Hoa

Nha Trang

Nha Trang is a coastal resort city with beaches, islands, watersports, seafood, and family-oriented attractions.

Suggested stay: 3–5 days
Quang Ninh

Ha Long

Ha Long is the main gateway to Ha Long Bay cruises and limestone-island scenery in northern Vietnam.

Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Lao Cai

Sapa

Sapa is a mountain destination known for terraced valleys, trekking, ethnic minority communities, and cooler temperatures.

Suggested stay: 2–4 days
Lam Dong

Da Lat

A cool highland city known for pine forests, waterfalls, flower gardens, coffee farms, French-influenced architecture, and a relaxed climate.

Suggested stay: 2–3 days

Top attractions

Featured experiences and landmarks.

Natural landscape

Ha Long Bay

A UNESCO-listed seascape of limestone islands and caves, most commonly explored by day or overnight cruise.

Suggested visit: Full day or overnight
Historic district

Hoi An Ancient Town

A preserved former trading port with historic houses, assembly halls, lantern-lit streets, and riverside scenery.

Suggested visit: Half day to full day
Historic site

Cu Chi Tunnels

An extensive tunnel network outside Ho Chi Minh City associated with wartime history and underground living.

Suggested visit: Half day
Museum

War Remnants Museum

A major Ho Chi Minh City museum presenting Vietnam War history through photographs, documents, and military exhibits.

Suggested visit: 2–3 hours
Historic complex

Hue Imperial City

The fortified former royal capital of the Nguyen dynasty, with gates, palaces, temples, and restored courtyards.

Suggested visit: 3–5 hours
Scenic attraction

Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills

A mountain pedestrian bridge near Da Nang recognised for its giant stone hands and elevated views.

Suggested visit: Half day to full day
Cultural landscape

Sapa Rice Terraces

Terraced valleys around Sapa offer striking mountain scenery, village walks, and guided trekking routes.

Suggested visit: Half day to multiple days
Region and waterways

Mekong Delta

A broad southern river region known for canals, orchards, markets, villages, and agricultural landscapes.

Suggested visit: Full day to 3 days
Historic temple and academy

Temple of Literature

A tranquil Hanoi complex founded as a Confucian temple and associated with Vietnam’s first national university.

Suggested visit: 1–2 hours

Featured experiences

  • Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Ha Long Bay
  • Hoi An Ancient Town
  • Mekong Delta
  • Vietnamese food culture

Meilleure période pour visiter

February to April and August to October often provide favourable conditions, but weather varies significantly between northern, central, and southern Vietnam.

Travel tips

Use reputable transport providers, allow extra time for domestic travel, carry some cash outside major cities, and keep mobile data available for ride-hailing, maps, translation, and accommodation messages.

Current travel updates

Check dates and official sources before making travel decisions.

General travel information

Vietnam travel information

Visa rules, regional weather, transport schedules, and local requirements can change. Verify official information before travelling.

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Information is general guidance and may change. Verify important details with official sources before travelling.Last reviewed: July 31, 2026