GuruWalk's 2026 rankings, which weigh factors including attraction density, pedestrian accessibility and overall walking experience, placed both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi among the world's top 100 most walkable cities. Hoi An, near Da Nang, also made the list, adding to a strong showing for Vietnam overall.
For visitors, it's a reasonable endorsement of what many first-time travellers discover on the ground: central District 1 in particular rewards exploring on foot, weather permitting. See our 3-day itinerary for a walkable route through the city's core sights.
Source: Travel And Tour World