The capital city of Hanoi has welcomed about 2.8 million domestic tourists since the beginning of this year, an increase of 45.3 percent compared to the same period last year, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
Tourists visit the Temple of Literature, a popular tourist destination in Hanoi. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The capital city of Hanoi has welcomed about 2.8 million domestic touristssince the beginning of this year, an increase of 45.3 percent compared to thesame period last year, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.
The city earned approximately 7.8 trillion VND (343.1million USD) in tourism revenue between January and March, up 45.3 percent year-on-year.
In the context of Vietnam completely opening all tourismactivities, Hanoi is promoting the development of domestic tourism that is in linewith Government’s policy of safe and flexible adaption and effective control overthe COVID-19 pandemic.
The promotion of destinations and tourism products of the citywill be carried out on domestic media and television channels and CNN channel. Itstourism industry continues to diversify forms of communication work through socialnetworking platforms, mass information systems and tourist support lines.
According to Dang Huong Giang, director of Hanoi’sDepartment of Tourism, from now until the end of the year, the tourism industrywill implement cooperative activities with provinces and cities to promote the image of the destinations,build an attractive and highly connected tour.
The industry will work withVietnam Airlines Corporation and other carriers in organising programmes and events aiming to stimulate demand, promote tourismin the city as well as domestic and foreign markets.
Foreign visitors tour walking streets around Hoan Kiem Lake. (Photo: VNA)
To attract more visitors in the coming months, the department will launch aseries of tourism programmes before and during the 31st Southeast Asian (SEA)Games, the regional largest sporting event slated to take place from May 12 to23 this year.
The city will organise a culinary festival, atourism gift festival, and an Ao Dai (traditional long dress) festival, among other events, to bring back tourists.
🦂 The Department of Tourism will work with districts’ administrations to establish more food and pedestrian streets, and pilot the implementation of agro-tourism models and community-basedones towards green and sustainable tourism in localities with advantages,including the outlying districts of Ba Vi, Son Tay, My Duc, Soc Son, ThuongTin, Dan Phuong and Gia Lam./.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MoCST) and the People’s Committee of Quang Ninh province, home to UNESCO-recognised Ha Long Bay, on March 22 held a ceremony to officially announce Vietnam’s tourism reopening.
The Hanoi Department of Tourism will coordinate with relevant agencies to kick off a tourism programme themed “Get on Hanoi 2022” on March 25 with a series of attractive activities, including a hot air balloon festival "Colourful Hanoi".
As the centre of ancient Thang Long capital more than 1,000 years ago and the heart of Hanoi at present, Hoan Kiem district is making efforts to develop tourism with its own identity, focusing on preserving and promoting cultural and historical values.
The "Get on Hanoi 2022" tourism programme will take place on March 25-27, with an array of activities to foster tourism recovery in the ‘new normal’ situation.
All the 240 households in Thieng Lieng hamlet once knew only salt production and aquaculture, but now welcoming tourists has become a source of their joy and income.
The first and only direct service connecting the two countries at the moment is set to operate three times per week using the modern wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
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.