Find Bungalows in Hue, Vietnam

You will see places that you have not heard of, or imagined, like an underground dungeon for communists (9 tunnels) or the old emperor's country palace. The place is quiet and relaxed, I couldn't tell how small the city was, but it was certainly a small city. If you need a respite from the noise and "scooter crowds" of Saigon, visit Hue. It's also a cheap place to stay, with great value. You can enjoy a boat trip where singers in traditional costume will put on a show for you, that's really special. Overall, this place is worth seeing for all it's history and slower pace of life.

We went to eat traditional Vietnamese food and they delivered traditional rather than westernised meals. Dong Ba markets are a must see for the diversity of culture and the sport of bartering. Many traders here are less willing to barter, however those who are not aiming solely at the affluent tourists are sure to win a tourists favour with their quality of wares (and jewellery). Temples are plentiful, but none compares to the history of the Hue Citadel..... make sure you take time to read and walk to encompass the diversity of histories within this old imperial city and allow more time than you thought (4 hours was not enough).

Many nice local dishes. beautiful people. Beautiful Thuan An beach is good for swimming and not far from Hue. However, wet weather is almost all year round, which makes Hue distinct. Hue can be a stop over on the way to Danang and Hoi An. Strongly recommended.

I didn't like the food as there was not much selection compared to Saigon. I find the Hue people are mostly kind and not as rude as those in Hanoi. The night life here is none existent. You got no where to go after 8 pm. Most shops and restaurants shut down after 9 pm. I really hope that they would stay open a little later.

Key places are The Citadel and museum, the Tien Mu Pagoda, At least three of the tombs in the countryside (suggest MinhMang, Tu Dug, Khai Dinh), the ancient covered bridge apart from good food and exploring the city and the markets.

The markets and a shopping are on the north side together with the commercial centre of the city.Visit the Dong Ba market(7 days a week)beside the bus station.The city is good for walking but get organised if visiting the Citadel and Temples or Pagodas or the Demilitarised Zone of the American War

We stayed 7 days which was 4 days to many. Once seen there is no reason to return.

Food here is the best of the best, even vegetarian food is so impressive. Need around 3 days to taste all Hue food. Inhabitants are generally friendly except those taxi/motorbike taxi who try to get you on their vehicles.

You'll pass the usual pushy merchant and plenty of people offering you rides to the attractions and tourist spots, which is great if you need one but gets annoying if you just want to walk around town. There's lots of amazing vegetarian food here if you can find it. It really helps if you or someone with you can read or speak Vietnamese. Most of the night life I noticed was going on near the riverfront. There's a few pubs and restaurants on the South side, notably the DMZ restaurant being the hot spot for travelers and people staying at the hostel. There's also hour long mini cruises in the river, where you can listen to traditional live music. Not as bustling as Da Nang, but still has night life.

For a couple I would recommend travelling out 45 mins to the Thanh Alba resort to visit the hot springs which usually costs around $8 per person for the day. In Hue there is only one place to eat in the evening if you fancy a romantic retreat and that is Les Jardins de la Carambole inside the Citadele walls. Other than the above mentioned activities there are 2 main tourist street to walk down enjoy a beer/coffee and chill out, so definitely just a 2 night stay.

The city is rebuilding its Citadel as well as the forbidden city so it is interesting to learn about the project. Nice and honest people, very polite.

It is strongly recommended to go to Da nang or hoi An ,through the 20km long Hai Van Pass. A great experience and i am sure that you wouldn't leave a regret after passing through it.

We enjoyed eating and walking by the river in the evening. Would have liked to have done a river cruise. Worth noting that there is an airport in Hue, we weren't aware of this.

Take a boat trip along the river too! If looking for somewhere nice to eat, try Confetti.

Definitely not for wondering in the sun, to the Tombs or Citadel. Transport is relatively expensive by taxi, but one has no choice as there is no stage bus. Check the tour company you are going with before parting with your money; we had a tour bas with poor aircon, no safety belt and all grab handles broken.

Try to avoid the rainy season when you come to Hue, as rainy in Hue could be happened from days to days, and it will be sad during that weather.

Both towns are similar and essential viewing although HoiAn is perhaps more the past 500 years Hue seems like the past 5000 years. To me HoiAn was wonderful if not a bit over the top - the old town (nicely cordoned off so only bicycles can use the streets) with so many buildings all needing to be visited) but here Hue isn't really a tourist town - it is a functioning city that welcomes tourists. And the Hue Citadel complex is a MUST, even if the only site you visit in Vietnam.

Busy during the day with comercial activity but very quiet at night time.Battlefields,Temples and the beach(160Km away)can be covered by daily visits.

Tours which include both on the same day do not leave enough time at the citadel. I havent visited the beach as I have been told by locals that it is dirty - and it must be if THEY think its dirty. Food is very good especial La Carambole. Also visit Y Thao Restaurant in the Citadel for dinner for a unique experience.

Thus we waited at the wrong office and despite me checking with her a few times, she was quite rude and keep asking me to wait though is the wrong office. In the end, we missed the bus and have to take a taxi from airport (we boarded the wrong bus to airport) to Hoi An.

They treat you like you are already friends. We visited just before Christmas and is was cloudy with light rain or spinkles daily, so be sure to bring an umbrella or rain jacket for this time of year. We hired a driver and learned so much from him. A lot of renovation is happening at the Citadel, allow yourself more time here than you think you need as it is quite large and spread out.