Best Places to Visit in Vietnam in 2024
Following on from our piece last week covering northern Vietnam and the fantastic experiences available for travellers, we felt that we couldn’t move on from Vietnam without heading south.
Similar in theme to northern Vietnam, we often neatly package the south as being beautiful countryside with a handy bustling metropolis as a focal point. Whereas the north has rugged, mountainous landscapes, the south is known as the rice bowl of Vietnam comprised of mellow endless rolling rice fields. The vibrant, non-stop action of Hanoi in the north becomes the urban energy of Ho Chi Minh City in the south.
Of course, this way of thinking may be helpful, but it’s worth exploring this comparison a little further to avoid any oversimplification. Southern Vietnam offers different and unique experiences for travellers, not least the possibility of a post-pandemic escape to South Vietnam’s many glorious beaches. Let’s dive in with some help from our experts on the ground.
