Lonely Planet Vietnam

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Vietnam.

Discover Vietnam's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from scooting around the remote bays of northern Phu Quoc, seeking powder-white sands, seashells and starfish; to slurping delicious bowls of pho in its birthplace of Hanoi; and wandering atmospheric Old Town lanes in Hoi An replete with ancient merchant houses, temples and pagodas.

This classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips, with an all-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Vietnam effortlessly. Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions. Expert local recommendations cover eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more, while vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Vietnam bring the country to life.

Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex to the Ha Giang Loop and Dien Bien Phu. An essential information toolkit contains tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel. Connect with Vietnamese culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions. Covers Hanoi, Northern Vietnam, Central Vietnam, Southeast Coast, Central Highlands, Ho Chi Minh City, and the Mekong Delta.