Mar 14, 2024 • 10 min read
Whether it's bus, train, private car, motorcycle, bike, plane or boat, you can plan your trip around Vietnam with this guide to getting around.
Mar 14, 2024 • 10 min read
Whether it's bus, train, private car, motorcycle, bike, plane or boat, you can plan your trip around Vietnam with this guide to getting around.
Feb 29, 2024 • 11 min read
Vietnam is a dream destination for travelers but what to do when you finally get there? Here are 15 can't-miss experiences in 2024.
Feb 24, 2024 • 8 min read
Vietnam's excessive beauty and culture can be overwhelming. Our guide to the 10 best places to visit will help you plan the ultimate trip.
Feb 22, 2024 • 5 min read
Festivals, beach time, hiking in the highlands: pick the right time for your visit to Vietnam with this seasonal guide.
Jan 2, 2024 • 11 min read
From cutting through the countryside to connecting cities, these 24 railway journeys offer entirely new perspectives on a destination.
Nov 17, 2023 • 5 min read
Want to go off the beaten track in Vietnam? Follow these recommendations from local travel writers.
Nov 7, 2023 • 5 min read
Vietnam may not have the reputation for world-class beaches of its neighbours, but it still hides a few crackers.
Nov 6, 2023 • 5 min read
From the stunning Halong Bay to the sand dunes of Mui Ne, Vietnam offers up a bewitching array of superlative natural landscapes. Here's our favorite 10.
Aug 14, 2023 • 10 min read
From family beach days to hiking in the highlands, here are the best activities for kids in Vietnam, along with some top planning tips.
Aug 10, 2023 • 6 min read
The process for obtaining a visa for Vietnam can be confusing, but for a short trip, you may not need a visa at all. Here’s what you need to know.
Aug 8, 2023 • 9 min read
One of the many great things about Vietnam is how much you spend is within your control – just choose wisely. Here's how to visit Vietnam on a budget.
Aug 7, 2023 • 9 min read
Vietnam serves up a lavish buffet of Asian sights, sounds, scents and flavors, but there are things to know before you come. Try these tips.
Jul 6, 2023 • 7 min read
Vietnam was made for exploring by road. From the mountains to the Delta, here are our top road trip routes.
Mar 21, 2023 • 4 min read
Let Elsewhere by Lonely Planet help you explore Vietnam through a culinary lens.
Nov 23, 2022 • 8 min read
Here are eight hikes that showcase the stunning landscapes and enchanting villages of Vietnam.
Oct 14, 2022 • 12 min read
Every day in Vietnam is a feast. Here are the best things to eat and drink, from pho noodle soup to banh mi sandwiches and everything in between.
Mar 31, 2022 • 6 min read
Vietnam has over 30 national parks. Here's our guide to the very best, from underground marvels to golden coastlines.
Jun 23, 2021 • 5 min read
It is likely that some traditional Vietnamese dishes will excite the most adventurous but that some tourists find difficult to eat because of its peculiarity.
Jan 11, 2021 • 4 min read
Ho Chi Minh City is on a wave of tech development. Here's everything you need to know about being a digital nomad in HCMC.
Apr 27, 2020 • 5 min read
When a pair of travelers found themselves in Hanoi as the world responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, they decided to stay put and saw Vietnam's response to the…
Feb 14, 2020 • 5 min read
Make the most of your time in Vietnam with a Lonely Planet Experiences tour in partnership with Intrepid Travel. Meet new people with a local as your guide.
Feb 11, 2020 • 7 min read
Strong and flavourful Vietnamese coffee makes converts as quickly as it raises pulses.