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Hue, Vietnam

Things to Do in Hue

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Hue to Hoi An ( Hoi An to Hue) Top Gear with Lefamily Riders Tours ( 1 way)

Most booked tours and tickets in Hue

Hai Van Pass Motorbike Private Tour with Mister T Easy Rider

Hai Van Pass Motorbike Private Tour with Mister T Easy Rider

5.0969 reviews8h 30m
Hai Van Pass Back Roads Motorbike Tour with Mister T Easy Rider

Hai Van Pass Back Roads Motorbike Tour with Mister T Easy Rider

5.0913 reviews8h
Hue: Imperial City Walk, Motorbike Tour & Private Car Options

Hue: Imperial City Walk, Motorbike Tour & Private Car Options

5.0792 reviews2h 30m
Hue city Deluxe Group Tour (Daily Tour-12 pax max)

Hue city Deluxe Group Tour (Daily Tour-12 pax max)

5.0748 reviews7h
Best Seller-Private Full-Day Tour to Ninh Binh Depart from Hanoi

Best Seller-Private Full-Day Tour to Ninh Binh Depart from Hanoi

5.0698 reviews9h
Hue Imperial City Walking Tour: Citadel & Forbidden City

Hue Imperial City Walking Tour: Citadel & Forbidden City

4.9372 reviews2h 30m
Rental of a Scooter from Hue to Hoi An with Bag Transfer

Rental of a Scooter from Hue to Hoi An with Bag Transfer

4.9333 reviews5h

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Hue's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Hue

  1. 1Imperial Citadel
  2. 2Royal Tombs
  3. 3Thien Mu Pagoda
  4. 4Perfume River
  5. 5Dong Ba Market
  6. 6Imperial Cuisine
  • Step into a Royal Capital: Explore the vast, walled Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage site containing the Forbidden Purple City, Thai Hoa Palace, and the Nine Dynastic Urns. Venture further to the elaborate 'cities of the dead'—the Royal Tombs like the majestic Tomb of Khai Dinh and the harmonious Tomb of Tu Duc—which are masterpieces of Feng Shui and Vietnamese architecture.
  • Savor Imperial Cuisine: Experience the legacy of the royal court through Hue's distinctive and artful food. Sample iconic dishes such as Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef noodle soup), Banh Beo (steamed rice cakes with shrimp), and the elaborate 'com cung dinh' (royal set meals) that feature dozens of small, beautifully presented dishes once reserved for emperors.
  • Cruise the Perfume River: The iconic Huong River is the lifeblood of the city. A dragon boat cruise offers the classic perspective, floating past landmarks like the seven-story Thien Mu Pagoda and providing access to several tombs. For a more active experience, rent a bicycle and follow the peaceful paths along its banks.

Tickets and passes in Hue

Hue: Custom Tour with Dragon Boat, Private Car & Motorbike

Hue: Custom Tour with Dragon Boat, Private Car & Motorbike

5.0246 reviews4h
Hue Half Day Tour With Optional Dragon Boat on Perfume River

Hue Half Day Tour With Optional Dragon Boat on Perfume River

5.0187 reviews3h
Hue City Sightseeing Private Car with English Speaking Driver

Hue City Sightseeing Private Car with English Speaking Driver

5.0144 reviews3h
PRIVATE JEEP TOUR: From Hue To Hoi An, Da Nang via Hai Van Pass

PRIVATE JEEP TOUR: From Hue To Hoi An, Da Nang via Hai Van Pass

5.0130 reviews7h

Food and drink experiences in Hue

Half-Day Guided Street Food Walking Tour at Hue

Half-Day Guided Street Food Walking Tour at Hue

5.0127 reviews3h
Hue Specialty Food Cooking Class-Authentic experience with local

Hue Specialty Food Cooking Class-Authentic experience with local

5.0100 reviews3h 30m

Day trips and outdoor activities from Hue

Hue to Hoi An ( Hoi An to Hue) Top Gear with Lefamily Riders Tours ( 1 way)

Hue to Hoi An ( Hoi An to Hue) Top Gear with Lefamily Riders Tours ( 1 way)

5.03,646 reviews7h 30m
Motorbike Experience Hue to Hoi An Over Via Hai Van pass with Amazing Easy Rider

Motorbike Experience Hue to Hoi An Over Via Hai Van pass with Amazing Easy Rider

5.0276 reviews8h 30m
Hue Private Tour with Local Student by Motorbike

Hue Private Tour with Local Student by Motorbike

5.0221 reviews5h

Hidden gems in Hue

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Tu Hieu Pagoda

A serene, forest-bound pagoda complex about 5km from the city, known for its peaceful gardens, pond, and association with the monk Thich Nhat Hanh.

Thanh Toan Covered Bridge

A beautiful, ancient Japanese-style tile-roofed bridge in a quiet village about 8km east of Hue, spanning a small canal.

An Hien Garden House

A traditional 'nha vuon' (garden house) on the banks of the Perfume River, featuring a beautiful home, ancestral altar, and meticulously kept fruit garden.

Duc Son Pagoda

A unique pagoda that functions as a home and school for orphaned and disadvantaged children, located near the citadel.

Thuy Bieu Village

A peaceful village on the Perfume River, known for its ancient houses, lush pomelo orchards, and hot mineral springs.

Day trips from Hue

DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)

2-3 hours by car/tour bus north of Hue

A profound historical journey to the former border between North and South Vietnam. Tours visit key sites from the Vietnam War, offering a sobering contrast to Hue's ancient history.

Bach Ma National Park

1 hour by car/taxi south of Hue

A stunning escape into the cool, misty mountains of the Annamite Range. This French-era hill station offers fantastic hiking, waterfalls, and panoramic views over the coast.

Lang Co Beach & Hai Van Pass

1.5 hours by car/motorbike south of Hue

A spectacular coastal drive combining natural beauty and engineering marvel. The journey over the 'Ocean Cloud Pass' offers breathtaking views, leading to a beautiful, curved beach.

Plan your Hue trip

Things to do in Hue: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Hue?+

Top sights include Imperial Citadel, Royal Tombs, Thien Mu Pagoda and Perfume River. Away from the crowds, try Tu Hieu Pagoda and Thanh Toan Covered Bridge.

What are the most popular tours in Hue?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Hue to Hoi An ( Hoi An to Hue) Top Gear with Lefamily Riders Tours ( 1 way) (5.0 stars, 3,646 reviews); Hai Van Pass Motorbike Private Tour with Mister T Easy Rider (5.0 stars, 969 reviews); Hai Van Pass Back Roads Motorbike Tour with Mister T Easy Rider (5.0 stars, 913 reviews).

How much do tours in Hue cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €6 and €104 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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