Hue

Pronounced ‘hway’, this deeply evocative capital of the Nguyen emperors still resonates with the glories of imperial Vietnam, even though many of its finest buildings were destroyed during the American War.

View of the Imperial City with the Purple Forbidden City within the Citadel in Hue, Vietnam.

Chris Howey/Shutterstock

Book
Vietnam Travel Guide
Book

Vietnam

Shop $28.99 USD
Trip
12 Days in Vietnam: City, Coastal and Countryside Traditions
12 days / 11 nights

12 Days in Vietnam: City, Coastal and Countryside Traditions

App
Lonely Planet App on a phone
Brand New!

Get the Lonely Planet App

Holafly advertisement
Trusted Partner

Stay connected in Hue

Holafly eSIM provides unlimited mobile data with no hidden fees, giving you peace of mind wherever you travel. Stay connected even after your plan ends with Always On. Use code LONELYPLANET for an exclusive discount.

Lonely Planet may earn a commission from affiliate links on our site. All recommendations and reviews reflect our own independent opinions.

Book your Vietnam trip with Lonely Planet Journeys

See Vietnam how it's meant to be seen

Planned by local experts and tailored to you, Lonely Planet Journeys handles the logistics so you can just enjoy the trip. Tell us what you want and we'll build your Vietnam itinerary from scratch, or browse our bookable trips to get inspired.

Top places to visit in Hue

Discover the best attractions in Hue from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.

Get a book. Get inspired. Get exploring.

in partnership with getyourguide

Book popular activities in Hue

Lonely Planet may earn a commission from affiliate links on our site. All recommendations and reviews reflect our own independent opinions.