Destination · Central Vietnam
Hue
The former imperial capital on the Perfume River, with its citadel, royal tombs and pagodas.
- Best season
- January to April

Hue was Vietnam's capital under the Nguyen dynasty. Its walled citadel, the royal tombs along the Perfume River and the Thien Mu Pagoda carry a quieter, more contemplative mood than anywhere else in the country.
Journeys in Hue
To gatherThe heritage coast: Hue, Hoi An and Da NangHue · Da Nang · Hoi An · 7 daysSeven days along the central coast, from the imperial city of Hue to the lantern-lit lanes of Hoi An, with days by the sea in between.View the journey →