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Hanoi welcomes over 33 million visitors in 2025

In 2025, Hanoi welcomed more than 33.7 million visitors, up 20.8% from 2024. International arrivals exceeded 7.82 million, a 22.7% year-on-year increase. Total tourism revenue was estimated at more than 134.46 trillion VND (about 5.1 billion USD), a 21.5% rise year on year.

International arrivals to Vietnam hit new record in 2025, up over 20%

Hanoi’s ethnic culture village kicks off month-long Tet celebrations

Foreign visitors captivated by Hanoi’s street food culture

Ninh Binh on right track to emerge as international destination

33rd SEA Games: Vietnamese women's karate team bring home fifth gold

This is also Vietnam’s first gold medal in karate at the Games, following four golds secured on the opening day of competition.

SEA Games 33: Good news keeps flowing from swimming, petanque

Vietnamese swimmer Tran Hung Nguyen stormed to his fourth consecutive SEA Games gold in the men’s 200m individual medley on December 10, clocking 2:03.11 to successfully defend the title he has held since the 30th Games.

Vietnamese canoeists bring home first gold at SEA Games 33

The victory marks Vietnam’s first gold of the Games, which run through December 20 in Bangkok, Chonburi and Songkhla.

Ho Chi Minh anthology launched in Uruguay

The release of 500 copies of the anthology aims to honour the distinguished leader and reflects the warm solidarity between the peoples of Uruguay and Vietnam.

HCM City speeds up digital tourism to draw more travellers

Following its goal of building a friendly destination, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism is rolling out a range of local stimulus programmes, with a focus on bringing the city’s signature attractions closer to domestic and international visitors through digital platforms.

Dong Ho folk painting craft added to UNESCO’s urgent safeguarding list

This is Vietnam’s 17th intangible cultural heritage element recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).

Da Nang New Year Festival 2026 promises vibrant cultural, entertainment spaces

With its diverse cultural and entertainment activities, the Da Nang New Year Festival 2026 is expected to offer a unique festive atmosphere and further affirm Da Nang’s position as one of the region’s leading festival tourism destinations during the year-end holiday season.

HCM City to welcome New Year 2026 with fireworks at four sites

HCM City will host high-altitude fireworks displays at three sites - the Saigon River Tunnel entrance in An Khanh ward, the New City’s centre in Binh Duong ward, and Tam Thang Square in Vung Tau ward, along with a low-altitude show at Dam Sen Cultural Park in Binh Thoi ward.

Hanoi launches public two-wheel electric scooter service for first time

Hanoi’s pioneering pilot of public electric bicycles is seen as a fitting step in its drive to build a civilised, modern, green and sustainable capital, improving quality of life, creating a more people-friendly urban environment and promoting the green-transport trend the city is pursuing.

Vietnamese in Poland donate vegetable garden to Truong Sa troops

The first garden is slated for inauguration when the next OV delegation visits Truong Sa in 2026. The Vietnamese community in Poland vowed to support future initiatives for Vietnam’s seas and islands, considering it a sacred duty of those living far from home.

Vietnam draws French holidaymakers during Christmas, New Year

Patrice Caradec, President of the Syndicate of French Tour-Operators (SETO), said the country has not attracted as many French tourists since COVID-19. As Vietnam reopened later than several Asian destinations, pent-up demand has surged with the full recovery of tourism. The “S-shaped” nation has now returned to pre-pandemic levels of French arrivals.

Vietnam named World’s Leading Heritage Destination 2025

The repeated recognition over the years affirms the lasting, timeless allure of Vietnam’s renowned destinations. It also reflects the continuous efforts of localities to preserve resources, diversify tourism products and improve service quality. The growing global acclaim contributes to shaping a diverse, distinctive and highly competitive network of destinations, helping Vietnam continue to shine at prestigious international tourism awards.

Happy Vietnam 2025 honours inspiring photos, videos

Now in its third year, the award continues to honour meaningful stories and moments that reflect Vietnam’s achievements in the promotion and protection of human rights.

Music video honours Vietnamese cultural identity

The music video (MV) Vietnam Tinh Hoa on Youtube conveys the message that preserving Vietnamese cultural identity relies on the creative community joining hands.

Vietnam Film Week – The Journey of Light opens in Paris

The event kicked off with the screening of “Tu chien tren khong” (Hijacked), attracting a large number of Vietnamese and international artists, directors, filmmakers, and an audience of 2,700 from 23 countries.

Vietnam Happy Fest 2025 underway in downtown Hanoi

The Vietnam Happy Fest 2025 is not only a festival but also a stepping stone toward establishing an annual “Vietnam Happiness Day”, affirming that the country is not only a land of natural beauty, but also a destination of humanity, peace, and confidence in a better future.

Free tickets available for seven Polish films to be screened in Vietnam

During the week, the Polish Producers Alliance will present seven outstanding contemporary films of Poland.

Vietnam emerges as Asia’s fastest-growing tourism hotspot

The country welcomed 17.6 million foreign visitors in 2024 and another 15.4 million in the first nine months of 2025, putting it on track to hit the 25 million target by year-end. As of the third quarter, Vietnam had more than 192,000 midscale-to-luxury hotel rooms, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 10.9% over the past decade, one of the highest in Southeast Asia.

Over 100 ethnic minorities gather for Vietnam’s 2026 New Year celebrations

December’s centerpiece is a showcase of Co Tu heritage from the central city of Da Nang, featuring immersive cultural experiences. At the Co Tu village space, artisans will stage the Pro ngooch brotherhood ritual, a centuries-old ceremony for settling disputes and reinforcing inter-village solidarity, alongside ceremonial toasts, folk singing, and festive displays of folklore and performing arts.

Hanoi posts sharp rise in visitors, revenue

In December, the Hanoi tourism sector will focus on completing a project to reform the management, conservation and promotion of the Huong Son (Perfume Pagoda) Special National Relic Site; continue surveys on community-based, agricultural and night-time tourism offerings; and host the 2025 Hanoi Craft Village and Craft Street Cuisine and Tourism Festival. Preparations are also under way for participation in the National Green Tourism Forum in Lam Dong.