Hue travel guide
Hue Tourism | Hue Guide
You're Going to Love Hue
With a population of 287,217, Hue is the largest city in Thua Thien-Hue, Vietnam by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hue has to offer.
When to visit Hue
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hue in June, when the average temperature is 84.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 62.6 °F, with an average temperature of 68 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 26.8″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Hue, with an average rainfall of 2″.
How to Get to Hue
Plane
When flying to Hue, you’ll arrive at Hue Phu Bai (HUI), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Hue from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 28h 55m.
Train
The train station in Hue is called Hue Hue Railway Station, and is located 1.2 miles from the city center.
Bus
Bus operates bus routes to Hue. The most popular bus station is Hue Queen Cafe Bus - Hue - Phu Hoi, located 0.5 miles from downtown Hue. Hue An Phu - Hue - Phu Hoi is also a commonly used station, and is 0.6 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Hue
Where to stay in Hue
From 5-star hotels such as the Indochine Palace to great affordable options like the Villa Hue, Hue offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $22 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $50 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Amigo Hotel and Than Thien - Friendly Hotel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Hue, with prices from $7 to $171 per night. An Dong is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Hue are about 15% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Hue
Most booked hotels in Hue
Renting a car in Hue
Expect to pay $3.79 per gallon in Hue (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $45.42 and $60.57.