Walkability & Transport in Hoi An (2026)

Getting around

High

Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: hoiandaytrip.com, ahoyvietnam.com

Overall7.7/10Easier to get around than about 75% of cities

Good to know

Good to Know

Old Town is very walkable and pedestrian-friendly, making it ideal for exploration on foot.
Pedestrian zone operates 9-11:30am and 3-9:30pm daily (except Phan Chu Trinh street 5:30-9:30pm). Outside these hours, motorbikes are allowed in the area.
Hoi An's beaches, An Bang Beach and Cua Dai Beach, are not within walking distance of Old Town, but bicycle or scooter renting makes them easily accessible. It's a beautiful ride through rice fields.
Grab is the best alternative to Uber for ride-sharing in Vietnam. After Uber left the market in 2018, Grab became the dominant ride-hailing service.
Motorbike rental is extremely affordable (starting ~$5/day) and widely available from numerous established shops with free delivery to hotels.
Many hostels and hotels will have bikes available either free or for a very small fee—usually less than 50,000 VND (2 USD) a day.
Hoi An is beginner-friendly with flat roads and low speed limits. All rentals include helmets, raincoats, a map and 24/7 roadside assistance within 10km.
Car rental with driver (most popular option) ranges $60–$90/day and includes fuel, tolls, and professional guidance.
Hoi An is beginner-friendly with flat roads and low speed limits for motorbike riders.

Car Rental

Context: With Hoi An's narrow streets and heavy motorbike traffic, self-driving can be somewhat challenging, especially if you're not familiar with the terrain.

Self Drive Sedan

Price Range: ₫990,000
Description: Self-drive car rental prices range from $20 to $60 per day, depending on the type of car, such as a 4-seater sedan or a 7-seater SUV.

With Driver 4seat

Price Range: ₫2,200,000
Description: The estimated price is around 2,200,000–2,500,000 VND per day for a 4–7 seat vehicle, including driver and basic costs.

Luxury Limousine 9seat

Price Range: ₫2,950,000
Description: Renting a 9-seater Limousine for a day trip in Da Nang, Hue, and Hoi An costs from $118.

Bike Rental

Mountain Bike: ₫100,000
Availability Note: Many hostels and hotels will have bikes that can be rented either free or for a very small fee—usually less than 50,000 VND (2 USD) a day.

Electric Bike

Price Range: ₫200,000
Description: Electric bikes are available at competitive prices, typically around 200,000 VND per day.

Standard Bicycle

Price Range: ₫25,000
Description: You can expect to pay around 25,000 to 30,000 VND per bike per day, which is roughly about 1 USD.

Walkability

Overview: The centre of Hoi An city is walkable, with local authorities designating a large pedestrian area with numerous walking streets and night markets since 1999.
Getting Around Tier: high
Outside Ancient Town: Areas outside the pedestrian zone like An Hoi Island and Cam Nam are walkable and can be accessed by foot, bicycle, or scooter over bridges connecting to both islands.
Getting Around Tier Rationale: Hoi An's compact Ancient Town has a dedicated pedestrian/bicycle zone and bike-friendly culture, making it easy to get around on foot or by bike without a car, even though formal public transit is minimal.
Context Note: Pedestrian congestion can be experienced in the heart of the town when pedestrian closures are in effect, and all Vietnamese cities could be improved with enforcement and changes in culture regarding no motorbike riding on footways.

Ancient Town Pedestrian Zone

Bike Friendly: Bicycles are still allowed to go around this area, and Hoi An has become the most bicycle-friendly city in Vietnam.
Operating Hours: The pedestrian area opens from 9 to 11:30 am, and 3 to 9:30 pm daily, except Phan Chu Trinh street which opens 5:30 to 9:30 pm. During these hours, visitors can walk or ride non-motorized vehicles such as bicycles or cyclos.
Description: The pedestrian area is in the Hoi An Ancient Town world heritage area and is designated to reduce noise and pollution in the heritage zone, helping to preserve it and making the town safe for visitors due to no motorbikes and cars.

Public Transit

Status: Limited public transit infrastructure. Buses operate locally but are not the primary mode of transport for visitors.
Note: Public transportation is lacking in Vietnam's bigger cities compared to nearby cities like Bangkok and Taipei.

Rideshare Reliability

Uber Status: Uber is no longer available in Vietnam. It ceased operations in the country in 2018 after being acquired by Grab, a Southeast Asian ride-hailing company.
Grab Coverage: Grab is the dominant ride-hailing app in Vietnam, and it offers a variety of services, including car rides, motorbike rides, and food delivery.
Grab Availability: Using Grab to get around Hoi An is simple and cost-effective, and it is the best way to get around if you don't drive your own motorbike.
Late Night Caveat: If you want Grab in Hoi An late at night that could be problematic, though lots of places advertise transfers as an alternative.
Reliability Note: Grab taxi rates will vary depending on the time of day, traffic, and how busy the drivers are. The fares are always shown upfront.

Motorbike Scooter Rental

Inclusions: All accessories are included in motorbike rental prices (insurance not included).
License Requirements: Bikes over 50cc require a valid license and a 1968 IDP. Electric bikes and 50cc scooters require no license at all.

Premium

Price Range: ₫200,000
Description: Motorvina offers a more premium experience with a fleet of new motorbikes, with fees of 200,000 VND or more per day.

Mid Range

Price Range: ₫150,000
Description: Motorbike rental also offers motorbikes at around 150,000 VND per day.

Budget Scooter

Price Daily: ₫110,000
Description: Motorbike rental in Hoi An starts from 110,000₫ (about $4.7) per day for budget scooters.

Automatic Scooter Honda

Price Daily: ₫180,000
Description: Automatic scooters like the Honda Air Blade cost 180,000₫/day.

International Suppliers

Anh Khoa

Budget: ₫110,000
Automatic: ₫180,000

Hoi An Bike Rental

Price Daily: ₫147,760

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