Vietnam
Top Destinations in Vietnam
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Hanoi
- Da Nang
Before you go
Visa
We recommend you apply for an e-visa online.
⚠ Warning
There are many websites that are not the official websites for e-visa applications. Make sure you are on the official website https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn/
Pricing
| Length | Number of Entries | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 90 days | Single | $25 |
| 90 days | Multiple | $50 |
Tips
Make sure you put your name matches your passport exactly including your middle name. If you make a mistake, you will need to reapply and pay the fee again.
When is the best time to visit Vietnam? 🌞
| Month | Recommended | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | Yes but not during holidays | Low |
| February | Yes but not during holidays | Low |
| March | Yes | Low |
| April | Yes | High |
| May | Yes | High |
| June | Yes | High |
| July | No | High |
| August | No | High |
| September | No | High |
| October | No | High |
| November | Yes | Low |
| December | Yes | Low |
Be aware that Vietnam is a fairly large country and the weather can vary depending on where you are.
Cellular Service 📱
We recommend Viettel or Vinaphone. If you plan on traveling to rural areas, get Viettel.
If you want to save some money, go to one of the carrier’s stores in the city. You will need to bring your passport.
Apps in Vietnam
Transportation
We recommend using Grab. It is the most popular ride-hailing app in Vietnam and also offers food delivery.
Other choices include:
- Be
- Gojek
- XanhSM
Food Delivery
We recommend using Grab.
- It has the most restaurants
- Lots of reviews
Finding food and reviews
Food review sites are not as popular in Vietnam as it is in other countries.
- Use Foody.vn for reviews from locals
- Use Grab to get accurate locations and hours. Reviews are not as reliable.
- Use Facebook groups for recommendations
We have found that Google and Apple Maps is not a great source since the information is often inaccurate