Almost 375,000 tourists visit Hanoi during Tet holidays
The number of international tourists to the capital city of Hanoi are estimated to rise by 30 percent to 125,000 people during the week-long Tet (Vietnamese New Year) festival, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
The annual Spring Calligraphy Festival, underway at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam from February 9-25, is part of a series of events in Hanoi to celebrate Tet festival, the Vietnamese New Year. Illustrative image. (Photo: ANTD)
Hanoi (VNA) – The number of international touriststo the capital city of Hanoi are estimated to rise by 30 percent to 125,000people during the week-long Tet (Vietnamese New Year) festival, according tothe municipal Department of Tourism.
Most of the foreign visitors came from China, theRepublic of Korea, Japan, the United States, France, Germany, Australia,Malaysia and Thailand.
The figure brought the total number of visitors to thecity during the Tet holidays from February 14-20 to nearly 375,000, an increaseof 13 percent from the same period last year. The figure included 250,000domestic travellers, up 6 percent year on year.
The local tourism industry estimated to earn more than1.28 trillion VND (56.5 million USD) during the biggest holiday of the year, up19 percent year on year.
Most visitors flocked to the city’s popular attractions,like Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, Thang Long Imperial Citadel, Huong Son landscapecomplex (also known as the Huong Pagoda), Ngoc Son Temple in the heart of HoanKiem Lake, Van Mieu (the Temple of Literature) and Quoc Tu Giam (the firstuniversity in Vietnam) and the Vietnam National Villages for Ethnic Culture andTourism, which host a series of art performances and cultural activities tocelebrate the traditional New Year.
Most notable is the annual Spring Calligraphy Festivalwhich is underway at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam from February 9-25. About 63calligraphers sit in bamboo tents, wearing ao dai (long robes), and perform thewriting, following the traditions of the past.
Most of four- and five-star hotels in Hanoi have cheeredthe Lunar New Year festival with a number of special celebration events heldfor their guests. For example, the Sofitel Legend Metropole’s Tet Market, alsoknown as “Tet Ha Thanh”, which recreated a bustling Hanoian market wherevisitors can enjoy a range of Tet holiday foods. Other hotels, like Pan Pacificand Apricot, hosted count-down and New Year’s Eve parties for their guests.-VNA
Thousands of domestic and foreign tourists flocked to Van Mieu (the Temple of Literature) and Quoc Tu Giam (the first university in Vietnam) in Hanoi on February 17.
Many Vietnamese expatriates in France have chosen pagodas in Paris suburbs to visit during the very first days of the lunar New Year (Tet), an age-old tradition of Vietnamese people.
The northern mountainous province of Lao Cai welcomed the first group of foreign tourists on February 16, the first day of the Lunar New Year (Tet) 2018.
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong extended the best wishes to officials and people of Hung Yen while visiting the northern province on February 19 - the fourth day of the lunar New Year.
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Mu Cang Chai is home to nearly 83,000 hectares of forest, including almost 60,000 hectares of unspoiled natural woodland. Recognising this potential, local authorities have embraced a holistic strategy that protects biodiversity while promoting tourism.
Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia. As the largest island in Vietnam, it boasts stunning natural beauty, with expansive coral reefs resting beneath the sea and a number of beautiful, poetic beaches such as Sao, Truong, and Khem, known for their fine white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Vietnam's national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet are among the exhibitors, promoting key destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc, as well as distinctive tourism products.
Alexander Musikhin, Vice President of ATOR and CEO of the Intourist travel agency, highlighted Vietnam as a top destination offering a unique blend of beach holidays and cultural excursions.
According to Seoul’s Tourism Industry Department, approximately 20,000 Vietnamese visitors travel to the city each year for medical treatment. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top 10 countries with the highest number of medical tourists to Seoul.
An analysis of accommodation search data based on check-in dates for June and July revealed that Nha Trang surpassed all other destinations in popularity among Korean users.
The programme is organised by the Khanh Hoa provincial Youth Union and the “Khanh Hoa people speak English” Project, and aims to promote the culture, history, cuisine and other tourism products of Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa to international visitors.
VNAT Director General Nguyen Trung Khanh called visa a golden ticket to pulling in crowds, but he is clear that it needs coordinated efforts across multiple sectors to keep the momentum going in this fast-moving global travel scene.
As a tourism hub, Hanoi is now actively developing strategies to attract Muslim travellers. In recent years, the city has seen a notable uptick in visitors from countries with large Muslim populations.
When tourists witness firsthand the passion and care of farmers, they’re willing to pay higher prices because they see the genuine worth behind every product.
During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.
After more than three months of operation, the popularity of the free tours in Bac Ninh province shows no signs of cooling down. Many tourists return every week in hopes of experiencing all the tours and visiting every destination.
Typical products of Phu Tho are being showcased at the Lao Cai International Travel Mart 2025, held in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai from June 5-8.
Featuring 130 stalls and delegations from 120 travel agencies representing more than ten countries and territories, the event is expected to provide a platform for establishing partnerships and attracting more visitors to Lao Cai in the future.
Kicking off the festival on the evening of June 7 will be the grand music concert titled “Nha Trang Say Hi”, featuring popular artists from the trending show “Anh Trai Say Hi”. The event will be broadcast live nationwide and conclude with a fireworks display over Nha Trang Bay.
Data from Booking.com reveals that during the peak summer vacation in June and July, beach trips continue to be a top priority for Vietnamese travellers.
The northern midland province of Phu Tho has carried out all-round measures to improve tourism infrastructure, services, and offerings, elevating visitor experience and reinforcing the province’s unique cultural identity.
The annual Spring Calligraphy Festival, underway at Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam from February 9-25, is part of a series of events in Hanoi to celebrate Tet festival, the Vietnamese New Year. Illustrative image. (Photo: ANTD)
