About Huong River, Hue
Coming to Hue, we will easily see the poetic river, winding through gardens, mausoleums, ancient pagodas and many bridges across it, that is the Huong River. Huong River is a symbol of Hue, a testament to the country's history through many ups and downs and also a source of inspiration for many Vietnamese poets and musicians. Join Joysdiary to discover interesting activities that you can experience when coming to the Huong River.
Best things to do on Huong River
Cruising on Huong River
Sightseeing: You will admire the beauty of both sides of the river, from the ancient Thien Mu Pagoda to the bridges across the river, especially Truong Tien Bridge - the first iron bridge in Hue built by the French. And you can also watch the sunset on the Huong River when cruising in the afternoon.
Listen to Hue songs: If you cruise in the evening, in addition to sightseeing, you will enjoy the deep, deep Hue songs on Huong River. It will definitely bring you an unforgettable experience.
Cruise ticket: 100,000 VND-350,000 VND
Kayaking
You can rent a kayak to row yourself and explore the beauty of the Huong River. Every early morning or late afternoon, there are many kayaks floating on the Huong River, people can both enjoy the scenery and exercise.
Rental price: 70,000 VND/person
Enjoy the sunset and local food
Every afternoon around 5pm, the Perfume River always becomes more crowded, people choose the bank of the Perfume River as an ideal place to watch the sunset. One of the most prime locations is in front of Thien Mu Pagoda. Perhaps this location is close to the pagoda, so when I come here, I feel more peaceful and calm. Sitting and watching the sunset on the Perfume River and enjoying a cool cup of tofu pudding for 10,000 VND and sipping a plate of banh bot loc for 25,000 VND is an experience I will never forget. Hue is beautiful and poetic, and it is most beautiful at sunset.
The best time to visit Hue and go to Huong River
Dry season: from April to September, the weather is quite hot but there are few storms, favorable for tourism.
Rainy season: from October to February of the following year, there may be more storms, but the weather is cool and the scenery is romantic, suitable for sightseeing and taking pictures.
Conclusion
Huong River is one of the destinations not to be missed when coming to Hue. With its poetic beauty and interesting activities, this place will definitely bring you unforgettable experiences. Visit Huong River when coming to Hue.
