10 Destinations in Vietnam & Budget You’ll Need

Dilma Setyarini
20 Feb 2023 - 4 min read

This country has geographical conditions consisting of mountains, tropical rainforests, dry forests, beaches, rivers, lakes, and mangrove forests. It's no wonder that nearly a quarter of the world's flora and fauna are found in Vietnam.

What are the interesting things in Vietnam? One of them is the shape of a small house but towering up. This is because land prices in Vietnam, especially in urban areas, are very expensive. Do you have plans to visit Vietnam? Here are some recommended wizard destinations:

Vietnam Travel Budget: 10 Destinations and How Much You’ll Need

Ha Long Bay

Ha Long Bay 

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Well-known to foreign countries, Ha Long Bay is a place that you must include on your list when visiting Vietnam. The location is in northern Vietnam, close to the Chinese border. Travelers must take a tour package by boat to enjoy the privileges and beauty of Ha Long Bay. The best time to enjoy Ha Long Bay is in the morning.

Name of the place

Ha Long Bay

Address

Quang Ninh Province

Open hour

24 hours

Ticket price

VND 729.897 for One Day Tour (Traveloka)

Hoan Kiem Lake

Hoan Kiem Lake 

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This tourist destination is located in the middle of the city of Hanoi which is a centre for sports and natural learning for the local community. Hoan Kiem itself means "returned sword", taken from the legend of King Le Loi.

The king has a magical sword given by the gods. That said, this weapon was used to repel attackers from China. Besides being full of historical value, Hoan Kiem Lake has an extraordinary natural charm.

Name of the place

Hoan Kiem Lake

Address

Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi

Open hour

24 hours

Ticket price

Free of charge

War Remnants Museum

War Remnants Museum 

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You must have heard about the Vietnam War, a war recorded as one of the histories of the world. Located in Ho Chi Min City, you can see the exhibitions and other objects of the war firsthand. This museum is quite large, covering an area of ​​up to 4,522 square meters. There are exhibitions located outdoors as well. Apart from being recreational, visiting museums can increase our knowledge.

Name of the place

War Remnants Museum

Address

28 Võ Văn Tần, Phường 6, Quận 3, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam

Open hour

7:30 am–5:30 pm

Ticket price

VND 40.412 (adult) & VND 20.206 (children)

Sa Pa Terrace

Sa Pa Terraces 

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Tired of the crowded city atmosphere? You can try to visit Lao Cai Province, a city that is 8 hour's drive from Hanoi City. In this place, you can find a wide expanse of rice fields that still look beautiful. The green scenery is so beautiful. You can trek through valleys and crooked slopes. Suitable for those of you who like to hike or try new challenges.

Name of the place

Sa Pa Terrace

Address

Lao Cai Province

Open hour

24 hours

Ticket price

Free of charge

Hoi An Old Town

Hoi An Old Town 

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If you are looking for a tourist area full of Instagram worthy spots, you shouldn't miss Hoi An Old Town. This old city has become a world heritage site from UNESCO. Not only interesting because of the building, but this place also contains many historical stories of Vietnam in the past. In the old town of Hoi An, there are museums, cafes, and artists' corners.

Name of the place

Hoi An Old Town

Address

Quang Nam Province

Open hour

24 hours

Ticket price

VND 459.984 (Traveloka)

Phu Quoc Island

Phu Quoc Island 

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Phu Quoc Island is the largest island in Vietnam which is located in front of the Cambodian coast. The island has unspoiled, dense tropical forests, and large beaches. This beach is included in the list of the five most beautiful beaches in the world. This beach has clear water and stunning natural scenery around.

Name of the place

Phu Quoc Island

Address

Kien Giang Province

Open hour

24 hours

Ticket price

VND 459.984, Day Tour (Traveloka)

Ba Na Hills

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This is a high mountain located in the city of Da Nang, the central of Vietnam. We can enjoy the magnificent scenery around the mountain through the golden bridge. This golden bridge is not only a link and a place to enjoy the beauty around the mountain. This bridge also leads us to the flower garden.

Apart from the iconic pedestrian bridge and also the flower garden, you can also try to use the cable car ride to have a better view of the breathtaking landscapes of Ba Na Hills. Don’t forget to visit the Ba Na Hills French Village while at Ba Na Hills!

Name of the place

Ba Na Hills

Address

Hòa Vang, Da Nang, Vietnam

Open hour

7:00 am–10:00 pm

Ticket price

VND 542.124 (adult) & VND 377.844 (children)

Marble Mountain

Marble Mountain

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That said, Mount Marble, is produced from a collection of 5 hills that are interrelated, namely the elements of fire, earth, wood, water and iron. This mountain is one of the historical tourist attractions of the Buddhist heritage.

Name of the place

Marble Mountain

Address

81 Huyền Trân Công Chúa, Hoà Hải, Ngũ Hành Sơn, Đà Nẵng 550000, Vietnam

Open hour

7:00 am–5:00 pm

Ticket price

VND 1.248.530 (one day tour)

Saigon Zoo

Saigon Zoo 

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Saigon Zoo is the largest zoo in Vietnam. You can witness various rare animals in this country. Many species are being cared for in this zoo. Not only animals, but this zoo is also home for more than 30 special of cactus and 32 species of bonsai.

How are the animals being taken care of? While at Saigon Zoo, you will find some areas of animals which have been separated based on their species. Therefore, each area has different treatment based on their needs.

Name of the place

Saigon Zoo

Address

2 Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam

Open hour

5:00 am–6:30 pm

Ticket price

VND 103.496

Xeo Quyt Forest

Xeo Quyt Forest 

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This is an exciting forest area to explore. This area not only consists of forests but also historical sites, such as a bunker that had been used during the war by Viectong general. You can explore the forest using canals or canoes to get a better experience tour.

Name of the place

Xeo Quyt Forest

Address

Dong Thap Province

Open hour

24 hours

Ticket price

VND 20.206

For those of you who want to have a vacation in Vietnam and are looking for beautiful beaches, you should go to Phu Quoc Island. Besides being able to see the enchanting natural beauty, in this place, you can also enjoy appetizing Vietnamese culinary delights.

Those are 10 famous tourist destinations in Vietnam, and you should try them. Although it is rarely discussed when you discuss plans to travel abroad, Vietnam has a lot of diverse and beautiful natural wealth. Besides that, the historical and cultural values ​​that exist here are also high.

Therefore, visit Vietnam with Traveloka assistance. You can find various accommodation needs for your trip, such as flight tickets, hotels, lodging, and even various recommended articles when vacationing in Vietnam.

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