These videos show many of the places I’ve visited in Vietnam. My videos are unedited and intended to reflect daily life on the ground here in Vietnam. You can browse all of my videos at the YouTube link here.
I upload more content (more frequently) in my Vietnam travel planning Facebook groups: Hanoi // Ho Chi Minh City // Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue
Use the table of contents below for quick city navigation.
Hanoi
I’ve spent a lot of time exploring Hanoi. There are a lot of things to do in Vietnam’s capital. This guide covers where to stay in Hanoi, with a focus on helping first-time visitors.
Attractions
B-52 Lake in Hanoi
Hoan Kiem Lake
Hotels
La Siesta Lakeside
May De Ville Lakeside
Ho Chi Minh City
I’ve lived in multiple districts in Ho Chi Minh City. Here are some of my favorite things to do and sample itineraries for one day and three days. This guide covers the best areas to stay in Ho Chi Minh City, and here’s my complete HCMC travel guide.
Attractions
Ho Chi Minh Statue
Nguyen Hue Street
Hotels
La Siesta Premium
Calista Saigon
Liberty Central Citypoint
Duc Vuong Bui Vien
Hotel Majestic
Caravelle/Continental
Da Nang
Da Nang was the first city in Vietnam I moved to in 2018. It’s a great city for a short trip or to live long-term. This article covers things to do in Da Nang. For areas and hotels, see where to stay in Da Nang.
Attractions
Dragon Bridge Fire
Dragon Bridge
My Khe Beach
Wild Monkeys
Hotels
Fivitel Hotel
Risemount Premier
Marriott Non Nuoc Villas
Marriott Resort & Spa
HAIAN Riverfront
Angel Hotels Beach
Hoi An
I love visiting Hoi An for coffee, lunch, or exploring the city. Hoi An Old Town is very walkable. Here’s my sample Hoi An itinerary. This guide covers where to stay in Hoi An, and this one covers things to do.
Attractions
Live from Old Town
Hoi An’s Rice Fields
Rice Paddy Cafe View
Cua Dai Beach
Motorbiking in Hoi An!
Hue
Hue is the former capital of Vietnam and home to the Imperial City (among other things!). This guide covers where to stay, and this one covers things to do in Hue. The city is often overlooked (in favor of Da Nang and Hoi An), but I recommend taking a couple of days to visit Hue.
Attractions
Nha Trang
Nha Trang is a beachside city smaller than Da Nang. It’s laid-back, quiet, and very walkable. It also has beautiful beaches. This article covers my favorite hotels in Nha Trang.
