Antique Wells to French Facades: Self-Guided Hoi An Old Town Tour

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About this activity

Life unfolds in the narrow alleyways of Hội An’s Old Town. On this self-guided walking tour, Vietnam travel writer Joshua Zukas will peel back the layers of the ancient quarter’s multicultural history, spanning over 2,000 years.

Starting at an often-overlooked American Army Blockhouse, you’ll wander down atmospheric back lanes and streets bursting with heritage, offering a different perspective of the busy old town. You’ll learn how this UNESCO World Heritage site was shaped by seven cultures, from the ancient Champa civilization which was influenced by India, to the Polish architect who saved the town from neglect. You’ll hear how the city was shaped by Chinese merchants who built elaborate assembly halls and the French colonists who transformed the skyline.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour – 1 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–92 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: App for Android and iOS
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Transportation

Itinerary

Chaozhou Hall (Trieu Chau)

Passing by

You'll catch a glimpse of the Trieu Chau Assembly Hall, with its fascinating history, but please remember that admission to the hall is not included in this tour.
Hoi An Market

Passing by

We'll also pass by the Hoi An Market, with its unique wares.
Museum of Traditional Medicine

Passing by

We'll also pass by the Museum of Traditional Medicine, with its quirky artifacts. However, entry to the museum itself is not included in this tour.
Museum of Folklore

Passing by

We'll also pass by the Museum of Folk Culture, with its rich history. However, entry to the museum itself is not included in this tour.
Quan Thang Ancient House

Passing by

We'll also pass by the Quan Thang Ancient House, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry to the house itself is not included in this tour.
Stop 6

Passing by

We'll also pass by the Đình Ông Voi, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry is not included in this tour.
Stop 7

Passing by

Passing by the Kwiatkowski Square, with its fascinating links to the city.
Stop 8

Passing by

Passing by the The Japanese Bridge, you'll witness another architectural gem of Hoi An.
Nguyen Tuong Family Chapel

Passing by

Passing by the Nguyen Tuong Family Chapel, with its deep links to the past. Please note that entry to the chapel is not included in this tour.
Cantonese Assembly Hall

Passing by

We'll also pass by the Cantonese Assembly Hall, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry to the Hall itself is not included in this tour.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This tour starts at Army Blockhouses, Sơn Phong, Hội An, Quảng Nam, Vietnam. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

Create an account

Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]