Hue Travel Guide

Hue is the capital of Thua Thien-Hue Province in Vietnam, located in central Vietnam. From the 17th century to the 1940s, it was the capital of Vietnam's Old Nguyen Dynasty, the Western Son Nguyen Dynasty and the New Nguyen feudal dynasty. It was the ancient capital of three dynasties in Vietnam. Hue is a beautiful city. The meandering and clear Xiangjiang River passes through the city and divides the city into North and South districts. The North District is the old city, which is divided into the outer city and the inner city. Famous attractions include Hue Imperial City, Thien Mu Pagoda, etc.

Best Experience
Hue has many historical buildings and many tourist attractions nearby. It is a city worth spending at least 1 day in.

You must come and see Hue Imperial City; you can go to Hue Yuping Mountain and climb to the top to overlook the blue sea and Hue cityscape; go to Linh Gu Beach to see the sea view, enjoy the sea breeze and stroll on the beach; ride a motorcycle to Hai Van Ridge, there are rocks of different shapes here, which are very suitable for filming blockbusters; Xiangjiang is also worth a visit, especially after dark, it is particularly charming, with thousands of lights on the riverside.

Transportation Information
Aircraft: Phu Bai International Airport is about 10 kilometers away from the center of Hue. There are direct routes to Hue from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. You can take Vietnam Airlines' shuttle bus to and from the airport and Hue city. You can take a mini bus to the city for about 50,000 VND one way. You can also take a taxi to the city for about 190,000 VND one way.

• Train: Hue Railway Station is the main railway station. You can take trains to Hue from all over Vietnam. Please check the timetable in advance.
• Bus: Anhe Bus Terminal is the main train station. The bus from Donghe to here takes about 2 hours one way. You can also take the Open Bus, which is common in Vietnam. You can take the Open Bus from Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Nha Trang, Hoi An and other places. It is divided into Sitting Bus and Sleeping Bus. Sleeping Bus has bunk beds and bunk beds. Long-distance routes are generally Sleeping Bus. Open Tour is mainly aimed at tourists. It usually starts and ends in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, passing through Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang and other places. You can get off the bus and play at will.
• Taxi: It is easy to hail a taxi in Hue, especially at the airport, train station, hotel entrance and other places, where there are usually meters. Mai Linh company taxis are more popular around the world and have white and green body colors.
• Motorcycles: Hotels generally provide motorcycle rental services. It is very convenient to travel around Hue. The cost of renting one day is about 80,000 to 120,000 VND. Be sure to wear a helmet when riding, otherwise you may be fined.
• Bicycle: A suitable means of transportation for travelers. The cost of renting it for a day is about 40,000 VND. You can easily reach any scenic spot in Hue city.
• Tricycle: Human-powered tricycle provides travelers with a convenient service to visit urban attractions. Generally, it is 12,000 VND per kilometer. The price is relatively cheap. It is best to ask the driver about the price before getting on the bus.

Climate Information
Hue is located in the central region of Vietnam. The climate is different from that of the north and the south, with obvious changes in temperature and precipitation. March to September is the dry season, and the weather is relatively hot. The high temperature in August is close to 40 degrees Celsius. Pay attention to sun protection, wear T-shirts, short skirts, and shorts with good breathability, and drink plenty of water. The rainy season starts in October and lasts for four months. The temperature drops, and typhoons may occur from September to December. The weather conditions from February to April are stable, with less rain and rarely very hot weather, making it more suitable for travel.