20 Instagrammable Spots in Hoi An

Sound of Silence

Sound Of Silence Coffee Shop

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Sound of Silence is a cafe that is on Tan Thanh beach. There is a blue swing facing the beach. It is a very beautiful property, with koi ponds and hammocks and books. The property is spread out, and everyone is not crowded in one section. The food and drinks are good, and it is a great spot for digital nomads to work from.

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Hoi An Old Town

Bà Mụ Temple

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This is a beautiful spot for photos. You can get a reflection pic with the water. If you come here at sunset, you can get some great pictures (with the sunset reflecting on the water).

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Sunday in Hoi An

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When you walk into Sundays, you will see a pink wall that says “Hoi A Vibes Only”. Besides being a cute spot to take some IG photos they have many home decor and personal items that make lovely gifts.

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Faifo Coffee

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Faifo Coffee is a cafe with a rooftop view of the Old Town. Its a great spot for pastel skies @ sunset and for people watching. However, the rooftop can get very crowded. Everybody takes turns getting their pics, so you should try to be mindful of how long you are taking.

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Tran Family Chapel

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This is an old family memorial house that is over 200 years old. It is maintained by the family to this day. There is a gift shop with some cute souvenirs. The blue walls by the entrance of the house makes for a very uniquely picturesque photo.

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Japanese Covered Bridge

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As of July 2023, the bridge is under renovation, but you can still see some of the bridge from a two storey platform. Once renovation is complete, the bridge will lovely for pictures again!

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An Hoi Bridge

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You can get pics on this bridge, however it gets very crowded after dark. Below it, on the river, are lots of boats that you can take a river ride in, which is also great for photos. The golden hour near the bridge and river is ✨magical✨!

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Mót Hội An - Nước Thảo Mộc Sả Chanh

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The lines for this drink get very long, especially in the evenings. The price is reasonable and the herbal drink they serve is very refreshing. The cute cups make for a memorable IG picture.

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Old House of Tan Ky

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The Tan Ky House is a small unrestored five generation family home in old Hoian. It was built in the late 1890’s and is still kept in its original layout to show you what living conditions were like over 200 yrs ago. While the house is nice and part of the Hoian heritage tour ticket, the outside walls are in the classic Hoian Yellow and make for a wonderful photo backdrop.

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Gam - Gemstones Art Museum

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This is a nice place to get a drink and relax after a hot day in the old town! The garden is also beautiful, and great for IG pictures.

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Hoi An Market

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The Hoi An market is good for pictures of vegetables and vendors, so you can get creative! Just the outside looks nice for pictures, but I wouldn’t recommend going out of your way just to visit here.

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Lantern Shops

Around Hoi An (old town area), there are a lot of lantern shops that sell lanterns, but are also set up for pictures. You might have to pay a little, but you can get some fantastic photos.

Rice Fields

Roving Chill house

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Roving Chillhouse sits right next to a bunch of rice paddies. It is really close to Chic Chillax. You can watch the farmers come and do their work while you eat and drink. You can get some nice rice paddy shots from here.

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Chic Chillax

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Chic Chillax is a great spot to watch sunset and take pictures! This place is so colorful and great for Instagram photos. Its is best to get there an hour before sunset, and then stay until after sunset and the blue hour. It is located near some rice paddies, and there are straw animals on the property. The whole place looks gorgeous at sunset. They offer a good variety of food and drinks, with a mix of Vietnamese and western options. Watch the linked video to see more about Chic Chillax. They are also very digital nomad friendly!

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Cam Kim Rice Fields

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The Cam Kim rice fields are located on an island in the Thu Bon river, just a short distance from the Old Town of Hoi An. They are a beautiful sight to behold, with their lush green fields and winding canals. The rice fields are a popular destination for tourists, who come to enjoy the peace and tranquility of the countryside. They are also a great place to learn about the traditional methods of rice cultivation. There are a few ways to get to the Cam Kim rice fields. You can take a bicycle or motorbike from the Old Town, or you can take a boat from the An Hoi ferry pier. Once you arrive at the island, you can wander through the fields, take photos, or rent a boat to explore the canals.

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Other Places

Tra Que Vegetable Village

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Tra Que Vegetable Village is a small village located about 3 kilometers from the center of Hoi An Ancient Town. It is known for its traditional method of growing organic vegetables, which are used to supply the restaurants and households in Hoi An. The village is a popular tourist destination, and visitors can often see the farmers working in the fields. There are also a number of small shops in the village where you can buy fresh vegetables and souvenirs. If you are looking for a relaxing and authentic experience in Hoi An, then Tra Que Vegetable Village is a great place to visit. You can wander through the fields, learn about the traditional methods of farming, and buy some fresh vegetables to take home.

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Thanh Ha Pottery Village, Hoi An

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The Thanh Ha Pottery Village is a must-visit for anyone interested in traditional Vietnamese pottery. Located just 3 kilometers from the Old Town of Hoi An, the village has been making pottery for centuries using the same techniques and methods that have been passed down from generation to generation. The pots and sculptures make for a unique picture, and the process of making them can be good video content.

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Cam Thanh Coconut Village

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Cam Thanh Coconut Village is the perfect place to get some colorful pictures ! The basket boats are so colorful and they will definitely brighten up your IG feed! You can take a basket boat ride, and go for a spin, which makes for an interesting video.

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An Bang Beach

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This is one of the most perfect places to catch sunset in Hoi An. The colors are ✨magical ✨! One of the times we went, the sky was rainbow colored. There are also a lot of restaurants on and near the beach where you can get sinner after sunset.

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Lang Cui Lu - Driftwood Village

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The Driftwood Village is a unique workshop and studio in Hoi An, that creates handcrafted, natural, and sustainable art pieces from recycled driftwood. The Driftwood Village is a great place to take pictures of art and sculptures, which are very colorful. They have scheduled events where you can paint/carve sculptures (or other diy projects) for a small fee.

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Murals Paintings Fishing Village

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This mural village is about a 50 minute drive outside of proper Hoi An, but definitely worth a visit. You can scooter to, and through the village. There are a lot of cute murals, and it is located by such a beautiful beach. They also have fishing boats on the beach, which is a great photo prop.

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*BONUS*

Props for Hoi An Pictures

Nón Lá - the traditional Vietnamese hat, known for its conical shape is a great prop for pics in Hoi An and throughout Vietnam. It makes your photo unique and eye-catching, and it also shields your eyes as you walk through the bright Hoi An streets.

Áo Dài - one of the traditional Vietnamese outfits for women, the áo dài is elegant and versatile, a symbol of Vietnamese heritage. You can purchase them ready made in the Hoi An old town, or tailored specifically to fit you.

Bicycle - bicycles are one of the fastest ways to get around Hoi An without walking or calling a Grab (taxi/uber), but they also make for a visually appealing photo. You can take it up a notch by adding flowers if you have a basket on your bike.

Flowers - even without a bike, flowers are good props for photos anywhere (especially Hoi An)! You can purchase them on street corners from the vendors. Colors like yellow, blue, and pink match especially well in the Old Town.

Sunglasses - sunglasses protect your eyes (and are good as props), so they serve a double purpose in Hoi An, where the walls are bright and the sun is brighter. You can keep them on your face, in your hair, or just hold them to keep your hands occupied.

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Sam & Judy

Hoi An Foodie Spots

There is so much more to Hoi An than just Vietnamese cuisine and coffee. During our time in Hoi An, we got to try a great variety of foods. This is a list of restaurants/cafes/boba shops we loved. This list includes: 7 🍜 Vietnamese Restaurants 8 ☕️ Coffee Shops 7 🍔 Western Restaurants 2 🧋 Boba Shops

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