Happiness is not when you reach the destination, but the experiences and smiles you have on the past journey. Go and experience, experience to be happy. Your travel journey to discover the beautiful Hue Citadel will be more complete and meaningful with 20 things to experience you should do on your Hue trip.
Visit and check in Hue Imperial Citadel flagpole
Hue Citadel is the residence of ancient kings, also the place where the political activities of the Nguyen Dynasty took place for 143 years. Recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage in 1993, Hue Citadel is a symbol and pride of the people of Hue.
The Imperial Citadel of Hue includes the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City located in the Imperial Citadel of Hue. When coming here, you will admire more than 100 unique and impressive architectural works such as Ngo Mon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Dien Tho Palace, Kien Trung Palace, Phung Tien Palace, Truong Sanh Palace, Hung Mieu, and The Mieu. … All of them have the unique architectural beauty of the palace, preserving the heroic historical imprints of the Nguyen Dynasty.
In particular, if you have the opportunity to visit Hue on every festival occasion, you will often see the image of the ancient mossy roof, filled with shimmering and fanciful lights from the Ngo Mon gate.
Coming here, you will be released into a space full of ancient royal palaces that no other place has. You shouldn’t pass up this intriguing experience when visiting Hue.
Wearing “Ao Dai Hue” and taking photos on Truong Tien Bridge – Song Huong – Huong River
Truong Tien Bridge is a place not to be missed when traveling to Hue. Truong Tien Bridge 6 with 12 spans crosses the gentle and poetic Huong Giang River, creating an image that is both poetic and romantic.
In front of such a peaceful and romantic scene, why don’t you try once wearing ao dai, holding a poem hat in your hand, and taking pictures on the bank of Truong Tien bridge like the old Dong Khanh girls? Surely you will have “very” photos of Hue next to the historic bridge of the ancient capital.
Visit the famous mausoleums of Hue
Besides the Citadel, the cluster of tombs of the Nguyen kings is also one of the important destinations that you should not miss when coming to Hue. In the old Nguyen Dynasty, there were 7 mausoleums, of which the 3 most visited mausoleums are Khai Dinh Tomb, Minh Mang Tomb, and Tu Duc Tomb.
All these mausoleums are located in beautiful and majestic locations with mountains and rivers in harmony. From architecture, sculpture, painting to the legendary stories of each mausoleum, there are many attractions that you should experience when coming to Hue.
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Visit Quoc Hoc Hue
In addition to the heritage and scenic spots, Hue is also famous for being a land of talented people, with many ancient schools – the birthplace of many talented soldiers for the country. Which, it must be mentioned that Quoc Hoc Hue School is more than 100 years old, the pride of Hue.
Please take the time to visit the school every day and bring back beautiful photos.
Walking around Hue city by “xich lo”
Have you ever sat on a xich lo walking around romantic Hue city? To truly appreciate the tranquil, rural lifestyle here, you should try this out once in your life. Walking around the city by xich lo, you not only immerse yourself in the poetic space, but slowly explore each street, each alley, and small masterpieces with ancient beauty. On the way, you can choose a few stops to stop at the street vendors to enjoy some snacks, buy some souvenirs, talk a few stories with the people of Hue.
Check-in Infinity Staircase
The beautiful, unique and strange infinity staircase in Hue is a brand new place that makes young people stand still. The white stairs are decorated with small flower pots on both sides, and at the end of the bridge is a large heart, symbolizing eternal love.
You just need to move to Con Toc restaurant, on the way to Epark Tam Giang Lagoon, you can come here to check in and bring back the photo of your life with “Infinity Stairs”.
Check-in A Luoi – Vietnam – Laos border pole
Thua Thien Hue has a highland district called A Luoi. Coming to the wild and rustic A Luoi land, you can comfortably enjoy the feeling of peace and freshness, soak in the hot mineral stream or relax in the cool natural stream. Besides, do not forget to enjoy mountain specialties such as wild boar, salamander, wild vegetables, stream fish and remember to try a sip of can wine, and experience the cozy and vibrant night campfire atmosphere.
You’re Luoi trip will be more complete when you check in at the sacred Vietnam – Laos border landmark. Standing between the border of the two countries feels so new and hard to describe in words.
Visit Vi Da village
Vietnamese poetry has always found limitless inspiration in the splendor of Vi Da Hue village. Referring to Vi Da village, people immediately remember a peaceful and pure scene. If one day, you feel tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, somewhere, Vi Da village still has small houses with the appearance of ancient features.
During the day, Hue is bustling and bustling. But when night comes, Hue puts on a calm and contemplative look. The beauty of Hue at night is also brilliant and romantic, not inferior to any other place. So, don’t miss the sweet and beautiful night scenes of Hue.
Shopping at Dong Ba Market in Hue
Dong Ba Market is one of the largest and oldest markets in Vietnam. This is a market of small traders, but it is quite busy and crowded with buyers and sellers.
The goods in Dong Ba market are very rich and diverse such as seafood, handicrafts, clothes, brocade, silk, fine jewelry, souvenirs… Moreover, Dong Ba market is the place. great to enjoy Hue cuisine. So, what should you eat when coming to Hue? The answer will be short!
Discover Hue cuisine
Coming to Hue without once eating Hue dishes is a huge omission. Hue cuisine can be said to be extremely rich and unique. Every dish is delicious, rich, has its unique features and is only the most delicious when eaten in Hue.
If you have come to Hue, you must try special dishes such as Hue beef noodle soup, Hue tea, mussel vermicelli, Truong Tien bread, spring rolls, … The typical cakes of Hue such as Banh Beo, Banh Nam, Banh Ram, Banh Khot,…
Hue makes everyone yearn for a visit to be real. Even though it’s just a small city, so many memories of anyone who comes here are also very tender. That’s because, traveling to Hue and experiencing the top 10 must-dos below, whoever you are, will once fall in love with the quiet, beautiful little city when traveling to Hue.
Visit Thanh Toan tile bridge
Thanh Toan tile-roofed bridge is a rare wooden bridge with the highest artistic value among ancient bridges in Vietnam. Thanh Toan tile bridge in Thanh Thuy Chanh village is an ideal place to visit for tourists who love nostalgic beauty.
Tu Phuong Vo Su cafe has an area of more than 1,600m2, around the floor of the platform, there are tables and chairs arranged along the railing of the city wall, making it a new place for guests to sit and drink coffee and admire the scenery.
If you are looking for tranquility, go to Tu Phuong Vo Su floor cafe and choose for yourself a favorite drink, sitting on the citadel watching Hue at sunset is very peaceful.
Sitting and drinking coffee at Tu Phuong Vo Su
Tu Phuong Vo Su floor is a building used by the king and the royal family to enjoy the fresh air, and admire the scenery and is the daily study place of the princes and princesses of the past. Tu Phuong Vo Su cafe has an area of more than 1,600m2, around the floor of the platform, there are tables and chairs arranged along the railing of the city wall, making it a new place for guests to sit and drink coffee and admire the scenery.
If you are looking for tranquility, go to Tu Phuong Vo Su floor cafe and choose for yourself a favorite drink, sitting on the citadel watching Hue at sunset is very peaceful.
Experience zipline game and conquering treetops with the Highware game
Adventure games like Zipline are popular among young people. This is a game of hanging people on long cables and sliding from the top of the mountain to the bottom of the mountain. You will experience an extremely interesting feeling when watching the scenery from above is extremely attractive.
Unlike the zipline game, which is a long-distance slide, the highware game is a series of challenges that require dexterity and flexibility. Highware has 3 stages to conquer: zigzag bridge, swing beam, net bridge in about 1 hour.
You can experience this zipline and highware game at the Thanh Tan tourist area.
Check-in at the highest point of Tam Giang Lagoon
Southeast Asia’s largest lagoon system is Tam Giang Lagoon. Possessing an attractive beauty, Tam Giang Lagoon is considered a “muse” that captivates many visitors to admire and discover its beauty.
If you come to Tam Giang Lagoon, you should stop by Epark Tam Giang Lagoon – a new, attractive place, attracting the youngest people in Hue today. This is also the ideal place for you to enjoy the panoramic view of the lagoon.
Here, you will experience fishing activities, understand more about the bustling life of fishermen floating on the water. Checking in at Tam Giang Lagoon’s highest point is another incredibly unique experience that you must not miss.
Tam Giang lagoon is most beautiful at sunrise and sunset. At this time, you will be able to fully watch the moment the sky changes its new color, leaving peace and relaxation, how much chaos of life suddenly disappears.
Watch the sunset on Thien Mu Pagoda
The Thien Mu Pagoda is a representation of Hue. The temple is not only very sacred but also a beautiful artistic masterpiece, captivating visitors with its unique and delicate architecture. The scenery and atmosphere at Thien Mu Pagoda are very good, so many people often visit the temple to pray for peace and find inner peace.
Thien Mu Pagoda is most beautiful at sunset. When there is a little golden sunlight at the end of the day from the Song Huong reflected, making the temple even more majestic. Don’t be so absorbed in the scenery that you forget to take a few photos to preserve this wonderful moment.
Hai Van Pass
One of the most breathtaking and magnificent coastal passes in the entire globe is Hai Van Pass. The 500-meter-high Hai Van pass, which runs across the provinces of Thua Thien Hue and Da Nang and along the mountain’s slopes, is referred to as “the most majestic landscape in the world.”
You should go to the top of Hai Van pass to catch clouds, catch the wind, and admire the majestic mountains and rivers. This will be a memorable experience, bringing a feeling of refreshment and conquest like never before.
Take pictures at Thuan An beach
Thuan An beach is one of the 20 beautiful landscapes of ancient Hue. With golden sunshine, blue sea and white sand, it is an ideal space to take beautiful pictures. At sunset, the sea surface is dyed in a golden color, so idyllic and poetic.
Hue tourism in the rainy season
It is often said that Hue is sad, especially in the rainy season, Hue puts on a quiet, sad, romantic shirt. Indeed, if the sunny season of Hue is as beautiful as a colorful picture, resplendent with sunlight, in the rainy season, Hue is a picture full of nostalgia. It is also on rainy days that Hue is incredibly beautiful and incredibly romantic.
Perhaps, only Hue is so beautiful in the rainy season and only in the rainy season in Hue is so beautiful. Those who have never traveled to Hue in the rainy season should experience it right away.
Walking around Hue at night and ironwood bridge
Hue night street is a place for strolling, sightseeing and buying familiar souvenirs of young people, families and tourists. Hue night street lights up in the evening, from about 5 pm to late. Coming here, visitors also have the opportunity to enjoy Hue specialties such as Truong Tien bridge bread, Hue tea, … combined with sitting on a yacht listening to Hue songs, and watching the magnificent Truong Tien Hue bridge with lights at night.
In particular, every weekend evening, groups of young students and music clubs often organize singing and music exchanges. Make the neighborhood atmosphere more lively and joyful. In addition, Hue nightlife is also connected to the ironwood bridge, right at the foot of Truong Tien bridge, which is a place for walking, exercising, meeting and chatting with many people. Besides, visitors can combine listening to Hue songs on the Song Huong is also very interesting.
Listen to Hue songs on the Song Huong (Perfume River)
The simple, rustic life of the Hue people is conveyed through sweet and deep “Nam ai Nam Binh” melodies. Only when sitting on a boat, floating on the Song Huong, releasing lanterns and enjoying Hue song – this “spiritual food”, will you understand more about the taste and timbre of Hue.
The feeling of being immersed in lyrical songs, while watching Hue city at night will help you feel the rhythm of life and love more Hue land and its people.
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