Hoi An Ancient Town ticket — what it actually covers
The Hoi An Ancient Town ticket is the price most visitors ask about first. In 2026, international visitors pay 120,000 VND per adult, which includes entry to 5 selected heritage sites. Vietnamese visitors pay 80,000 VND per adult, including 3 selected heritage sites. Children from 1m to 1.4m are usually around 50,000 VND, while children under 1m are free.
What is free without a ticket
Walking through the streets, taking photos, visiting the night market, eating at restaurants, drinking coffee and shopping at tailor or leather shops do not require a ticket.
When the ticket is needed
The ticket is required when you enter the official heritage buildings inside the Ancient Town, such as old houses, assembly halls, museums and the Japanese Covered Bridge area.
Where to buy the ticket
Tickets are sold at official counters managed by the Hoi An Ancient Town Management Board, located at the main entry checkpoints around the pedestrian zone. The most convenient counter for most visitors is next to the Japanese Covered Bridge. Other counters are on Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Le Loi Street and Bach Dang Street along the riverbank. All counters are open daily from 07:00 to 21:00.
How to explain it simply
The ticket helps support preservation and restoration of the old town. For a first visit, choosing 3–5 main sites is enough for most travelers.
Local budget tip
If you only walk, eat, shop and enjoy the evening lantern atmosphere, you may not use the ticket. If you want to understand Hoi An’s heritage properly, the ticket is worth including in your budget.
Hoai River boat rides — official prices and how to avoid overpaying
Hoi An’s Hoai River boat ride is a short, romantic experience near the Ancient Town and An Hoi Bridge. The most important update is that the official price is now usually charged per boat, not per person.
On full moon nights and busy holidays, the listed counter price may remain the same, but queues are much longer. Some unofficial outside boats may ask for 250,000–300,000 VND per trip. To avoid confusion, use the official ticket counter.
Bay Mau Coconut Forest basket boat — 2026 package price
Bay Mau Coconut Forest in Cam Thanh is one of the easiest half-day experiences from Hoi An. For most visitors, the cleanest budget figure is around 100,000 VND per person when booked online, through a reputable local operator, or directly as a package.
Hoi An Memories Show — counter price vs online / agent price
Hoi An Memories Show is one of the highest-value paid experiences in Hoi An, but it is also one of the easiest places to overspend if you only buy at the counter. The show runs at 20:00–21:00 and the Impression Theme Park is included from the afternoon.
Official counter price
Online / agent price
Show schedule — closed on Tuesdays
The Memories Show runs every day except Tuesday, from 20:00 to 21:00. This is one of the most critical details to check before finalising your Hoi An itinerary. Every week, guests arrive on a Tuesday expecting the show and find it is not running. If your trip includes only one evening in Hoi An, confirm your visit does not fall on a Tuesday before booking transport or tickets.
Children’s policy
Children under 1m are free when sharing a seat with an adult. Children from 1m to 1.4m are usually around 250,000–300,000 VND depending on seat class. Children above 1.4m pay the adult price.
Transport trap after the show
The show ends around 9:00–9:15 PM. At that time, Grab availability can be poor and informal taxis may quote much higher prices. Pre-booking a private car is the safest way to return to Da Nang or your hotel.
VinWonders Nam Hoi An — detailed ticket packages
VinWonders Nam Hoi An is best for families with children who want rides, water activities and animal encounters. For budget planning, use the detailed packages below instead of a wide price range.
- Adult — 140 cm and above
- Child — 100 cm to under 140 cm
- Infant — under 100 cm: free entry and free buffet
- Senior (60+) — uses child rate; original ID or passport required at the gate. Photocopies are not accepted.
Private car costs to include in your Hoi An budget
Many travelers calculate tickets and meals but forget transport. For Hoi An, this matters most for airport transfers, late-night return after the Memories Show, and short local trips such as Bay Mau Coconut Forest.
Craft village workshops — prices and what to expect
Hoi An craft villages can be very affordable if you choose a few practical stops instead of trying to do everything. For a more detailed route, see our Hoi An Craft Villages guide.
Top 3 Hoi An budget mistakes first-time visitors make
1. Forgetting the return car after Memories Show
The show ends late and everyone leaves at the same time. If you are returning to Da Nang, book your car before the show instead of trying to find transport at 9:15 PM.
2. Thinking every part of Ancient Town is free
You can walk around and enjoy the streets for free, but some heritage sites inside the Ancient Town require the official ticket.
3. Not carrying enough small VND cash
Boat rides, paper lanterns, tips, street food and small local shops often work best with cash. Keep small notes ready.
Bonus: trying to fit too much into one day
A packed schedule can create extra waiting time, rushed meals and more transport stress. Minh Vu Travel often helps guests adjust the route to fit the real timing.
Full Hoi An travel budget 2026 — by day type
Budget Ancient Town evening
Ancient Town ticket: 120,000 VND · Hoai River boat shared by 2 guests: about 75,000 VND/person · Paper lantern: 10,000 VND
Total: from ~205,000 VND/personBasket boat + Ancient Town
Bay Mau package: ~100,000 VND · Ancient Town ticket: 120,000 VND · Local transfer to basket boat from Hoi An: from 100,000 VND/car
Total attractions: ~220,000 VND/person + transportMemories Show evening
Arrive at Impression Theme Park from 16:30 · HIGH ticket via online/agent: ~650,000 VND · Dinner/snacks: variable · Late pickup to Da Nang: from 280,000 VND/car
Total: ~650,000 VND/person + dinner + transportFamily VinWonders day
Adult (140cm+): 650,000 VND · Child (100–140cm): 450,000 VND · Infant (under 100cm): free · Buggy upgrade: useful if visiting with children or older family members
Total depends strongly on family size and packageFood, drinks, tailors, leather, souvenirs and personal shopping are additional. All figures are practical 2026 planning prices and may change by ticket category or operator. Prices verified June 2026 — we recommend confirming directly before your visit.
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