Vietnam: Top 5 Cities to Visit with Kids

Vietnam is one of the best places that you can choose as a holiday destination especially if you are planning on going with your kids. It is the perfect holiday destination for families and there are a lot of places to go to and activities to do for kids of all ages. Even if you are traveling with a toddler, we assure you that they will enjoy every second in this amazing country. In this article, we will discuss 5 cities that you must visit in Vietnam if you are vacationing with your kids.

Hanoi

Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and a perfect city to visit with your kids. It a peaceful city with more than 1000 years of history and a lot of places to visit with family. This is a perfect place to learn about the history and culture of Vietnam while enjoying traditional meals and chatting with friendly people. If you are traveling with kids one of the best activities to experience in the city is the traditional water puppet show. Hoan Kiem Lake is another central attraction of the city with a lot of food stalls and street performers available in the area. Read about the top 5 kid-friendly things to do in Hanoi.

Hanoi Hoan Kiem
Lily on a remote controller car near Hoan Kiem Lake

Halong Bay

This is a place of peace and beauty and if you want a truly relaxing experience you must visit Halong Bay with your family. The bay features clear green water and surrounding it are interesting rock formations with a lot of hidden caves. The place can be explored on boats and guided cave tours which is a very interesting activity for kids. Giving you just the right mixture of outdoor activities and relaxation this is a place that you should not miss. Read more about our trip to Halong Bay. We used the Gray Line cruises company for our trip. They come high recommended.

Halong bay beach
Lily swimming on the beach during our Halong Bay cruise

Hoi An

The small and peaceful town of Hoi An is a perfect place to go to if you want to explore a place without getting stuck in traffic. With vibrant yellow buildings and amazing traditional food stalls, this small town can be explored either by foot, bike or even a long boat. There is a famous food street in the town with small street vendors that sell traditional food that should not be missed. If you are traveling with a toddler, we suggest you to use a long boat by the river to explore the city. Read about our trip we took to Hoi An. Also, check out the top 5 kid-friendly things to do in Hoi An.

Hoi An river cruise
Lily on our boat ride in Hoi An

Ho Chi Min City

Ho Chi Min City or Sai Gon is one of the biggest and most modern cities that you can visit in Vietnam. The city features a lot of activities for kids of all ages with many outdoor activities as well. If you are looking for cheap shopping while having amazing food with your kids you have come to the perfect place. We have yet to travel here as a family, but what I have heard from friends is that it is one of the best larger cities to visit in Vietnam with a toddler. We will go here soon and report back, but I am anxious to check out the play cafe’s where I can have a nice coffee while Lily plays in the play areas.

Picture via vietnam-guide.com

Da Nang

Da Nang offers you everything that a relaxing vacation with your kids should have. Featuring brilliant sunny beaches and luxury resorts you and your kids will definitely fall in love with this picture-perfect place. The city has many amusements parks that will keep your little ones happy and entertained throughout your stay. Check out our trip to Da Nang! Also check out the top 5 kid-friendly things to do in Danang.

Danang Beach
Lily on the beach in Danang

Where are your favorite places in Vietnam to visit with kids? Do you have any other recommendations? What are some things you did in these cities?

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One comment on “Vietnam: Top 5 Cities to Visit with Kids
  1. Teri Edwards says:

    Our favorite place was Halong Bay! Thanks for taking us there!

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