based on 79 experiences from female travelers
I had an amazing time. The people are very nice and warm. I would say it was a comfortable city to be in, if only they're now putting the children to work so much. There are a lot of scammers so you need to watch out
Posted: March 17, 2025yzc
Singapore
I went to Da Nang, Hoi An, and Hue. As I was with a tour group, they took me to restaurants crowded with tourists, and I didn’t like the taste of the food as it was probably adjusted to suit foreign tastes. I found the street banh mi vendors amazing. The night markets there were really nice, and the people were all very friendly and welcoming, often trying to speak with me despite limited English. I can’t wait to go back!
Posted: March 17, 2025Nguyen
Vietnam
Hue is ancient capital of Vietnam, in the center of Vietnam geographically. The best season to travel to Hue is in Lunar new year holidays, when the weather is not so hot and the rainy season has just passed… People in Hue are very honest and sincere. Foods are deliciuous and not expensive at all. You can find easily a good bow of noodle with much meat with price of 1.5 usd. Accomodations are at very affordable price. I really love Hue, every year I had to visit Hue at least once
Posted: March 13, 2025Experienced: December, 2024vietnamese aunties are really kind and don't mind showing you how things are done there. the atmosphere overall is so familial and warm. I felt like I was just taking a trip to my granny's local town! I suggest saving up all your money to spend there because there are just so much stuff to buy for a decent price, just be wary of the scammers <3
Posted: March 13, 2025Absolutely had a bash of a time. So safe so comfy. People are so warm and there’s sooooooooooooooooooooooo much to explore it’s insane. Would love going there again. It was my first solo international trip
Posted: February 28, 2025My brother and I traveled from south to north for two weeks in Vietnam and it was an incredible time. We saw a lot of different things. Even in Vietnam the landscape and climate changed when we got further in the north direction.
Posted: February 19, 2025Experienced: February, 2024Jasmijn
Belgium
I loved travelling Vietnam, I had an amazing time there. I felt always safe, the people are very friendly and there is always something to do. I would recommend Hoi An and visiting some caves. I didn’t get to do the ha giang loop, which I think is a must. I didn’t really think Ho Chin Min is that great. You must eat Banh Mi, Pho and Bun Cha. Look for local spots that only serve one dish, they are the best. If you can take a night train. They are a fun experience and easy way of crossing some distance. Not the best sleep but part of it.
Posted: February 8, 2025At first I felt like the city has very dirty, and the fact there are rats all over the place is a bit scary, but somehow it is a charming city, a big dance community over there, and overall you have great things to do
Posted: February 2, 2025Experienced: December, 2024Rae
Australia
Da Nang is one of my favourite cities I’ve visited. From swimming in the ocean, to sampling the local specialty mì quàng, to visiting the Lady Buddha at the mountaintop temple, to exploring the brightly coloured and beautifully lit bridges after sunset. It has a lot to offer! I’d highly recommend visiting, and don’t forget to visit neighboring Hoi An for their incredible lanterns and delicious cao lau.
Posted: January 31, 2025Tally
Switzerland
Vietnam is a really interesting and beautiful country! People are helpful and curious and always want to chat with you. I traveled with my partner and never felt unsafe. We also did things on our own and I always felt safe. Sometimes people approached me to take pictures with me - and some of them didn't ask. Then I told that this is unpolite and they apologized. I recommend driving a motorcycle through the whole country or at least in the north. The mountains are incredible beautiful! But be aware of the traffic - it's just insane and not comparable to traffic in Europe. You need to get used to it. Food is delicious. I am vegetarian so at one point food became a bit boring because they have a lot of meat-menus. Nevertheless I always ate delicious, fresh food!
Posted: January 30, 2025Experienced: April, 2023Based on 22 local experiences
Based on 22 local experiences
Nguyen
I find Vietnam is one of the safest countries I have been travelling. Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang, Can Tho, etc are safe as you travel in Japan. Ho Chi Minh city is a bit more chaotic than other cities but compared to Rome or Paris, it’s still safe city for solo traveller
Posted: March 13, 2025Gianne
Hanoi is a relaxing and safe city, it’s very secure and there is always ways people open to help, is very rare when people get robbed, and the few case that have gone down while I been here is when someone gets drunk and the pass out in a taxi and they get dropped off anywhere, or the case of being overcharged when going out if you double check the bills
Posted: February 12, 2025Nguyen
My philosophy in life is the famous quotation of Einstein "Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid". And I'm also a buddisht following the spirit of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh (who is also vietnamese person) with his philosophy "mindfulnesses" and "to understand is to love".
Mal
Im a travel lover. Also, a foodie. Been to 63 provinces in Vietnam and 17 countries. Hope i can be of your help!
Mal
Ho Chi Minh City
2 days
Im a travel lover. Also, a foodie. Been to 63 provinces in Vietnam and 17 countries. Hope i can be of your help!
Nguyen
Hanoi
3 days
My philosophy in life is the famous quotation of Einstein "Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid". And I'm also a buddisht following the spirit of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh (who is also vietnamese person) with his philosophy "mindfulnesses" and "to understand is to love".
Jocelyn
Hey, I am Jocelyn from Malaysia and I’ll be traveling to South America soon. I would love to meet like-minded people along my journey. I love all things culture, creating content, reading, learning and exploring new things, working out, and cafe hopping.
Marine
Hello ! ☀️ I’m going to Vietnam for my first solo trip with my backpack during 6 weeks ! I leave France the 3th of April I would be happy to talk with you, share tips and moments ☺️ Cheerssss ! I’m French 🇫🇷 I can talk in English, very bad, but I can 😆