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Hue
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faq.subtitle Hue
Vietnam offers 90-day e-visa for all nationalities. Fees: $25 single entry, $50 multiple entry. Apply at evisa.gov.vn. Processing takes 3-5 working days.
February-April is best: dry and mild weather. Avoid September-November (heavy rain, flooding possible). June-July is very hot (34C). Hue Festival every 2 years adds cultural events.
Domestic flights from Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Bai Airport (30 min from city). Reunification Express train from Hanoi (13h) or Da Nang (3h). No direct international flights - connect via Hanoi or HCMC.
Yes, Hue is very safe. Watch for pickpockets in tourist areas. Use apps like Grab for taxis to avoid scams. Don't accept unsolicited offers. Beware of currency switching scams with similar-colored notes.
Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef noodle soup), Banh Khoai (crispy rice pancake), Com Hen (rice with baby clams), Nem Lui (grilled pork skewers), Che Hue (royal desserts). Hue is famous for imperial royal cuisine.
Imperial Citadel (UNESCO site), Forbidden Purple City, Royal Tombs (Minh Mang, Khai Dinh, Tu Duc), Thien Mu Pagoda (tallest in Vietnam), Perfume River cruises, DMZ day trips.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Hue
Use Grab app for taxis and motorbikes - fixed prices and safe. Hue has Vietnam's first Grab Cyclo service for unique sightseeing!
Buy a combo ticket for Citadel and Royal Tombs - saves money. Available at Citadel entrance. Tickets also sold online.
Watch for currency scams - 500,000 and 20,000 VND notes look similar (both blue). Count your change carefully. Exchange at banks only.
Try Bun Bo Hue for breakfast at local eateries - authentic and only 40,000-50,000 VND. Avoid tourist areas for better prices and authentic taste.
Book an evening dragon boat cruise on Perfume River - includes traditional Ca Hue music performance. About 200,000 VND. Book through your hotel.
Bring umbrella/rain jacket, especially September-November. Hue is the rainiest city in Central Vietnam. October can see flooding.
Rent a bicycle to explore Citadel and old town - city is flat and easy. About 50,000 VND/day from hotels. Best way to see local life.
Visit DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) as day trip from Hue - historically significant. Book guided tour for full context. Includes Vinh Moc Tunnels.
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Weather
Average temperature by month
Now
34°
34°55%10 м/с
Today34°24°
34°24°Tomorrow
30°25°
30°25°Tue30°25°
30°25°Wed33°24°
33°24°Thu34°24°
34°24°Fri35°25°
35°25°Sat34°26°
34°26°24°
17°Jan
25°
18°Feb
28°
20°Mar
31°
23°Apr
33°
25°May
34°
26°Jun
34°
26°Jul
33°
25°Aug
31°
24°Sep
28°
22°Oct
26°
20°Nov
24°
18°Dec
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7 ₫~0.00 $
City buses are the cheapest transport option
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—Mai Linh
Grab is more convenient - fixed price without bargaining
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50 ₫~0.00 $
Perfect for exploring the Imperial City and tombs
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location.transport.bus | 7 ₫ ~0.00 $ | — | City buses are the cheapest transport option |
location.transport.taxi | — | Mai Linh | Grab is more convenient - fixed price without bargaining |
location.transport.bike | 50 ₫ ~0.00 $ | — | Perfect for exploring the Imperial City and tombs |
Daily Budget
Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Lunch
50000 - 80000 ₫
~65000 $
Restaurant dinner
300000 - 500000 ₫
~400000 $
Breakfast
40000 - 60000 ₫
~50000 $
Street Food
Local dish
25000 - 40000 ₫
~32500 $
Drinks
Coffee
15000 - 35000 ₫
~25000 $
Beer in bar
30000 - 50000 ₫
~40000 $
Local beer
12000 - 20000 ₫
~16000 $
Imported beer
40000 - 60000 ₫
~50000 $
Wine bottle
150000 - 300000 ₫
~225000 $
Fast Food
Big Mac
79000 - 89000 ₫
~84000 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
5000 - 10000 ₫
~7500 $
Cigarettes
25000 - 40000 ₫
~32500 $
Weekly groceries
500000 - 800000 ₫
~650000 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
100000 - 200000 ₫ / night
~150000 $
Hostel private room
250000 - 400000 ₫ / night
~325000 $
Guesthouse
300000 - 500000 ₫ / night
~400000 $
Hotel 2★
250000 - 400000 ₫ / night
~325000 $
Hotel 3★
500000 - 800000 ₫ / night
~650000 $
Hotel 4★
1000000 - 1800000 ₫ / night
~1400000 $
Hotel 5★
2500000 - 5000000 ₫ / night
~3750000 $
Boutique hotel
800000 - 1500000 ₫ / night
~1150000 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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Cash needed for markets, street stalls, small taxis. Hotels and larger restaurants accept cards. ATMs widespread - use Vietcombank, BIDV, Techcombank.
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Vietnamese Dong (VND). Exchange at banks or gold/jewelry shops for best rates. Avoid street exchangers. ATM withdrawal limit 2-5 million VND per transaction.
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Tipping not traditional in Vietnam but appreciated. 10% at upscale restaurants welcome but not expected. Small tips for tour guides appreciated.
What to see
Attractions and points of interest
