Audio Guide of An Bang Beach

An Bang Beach is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as it is a free public beach. It is about 15 minutes by taxi or scooter from central Hoi An, and you can use 'An Bang Beach' as your destination in Google Maps or Grab. It is a perfect place to visit at any time of year.

Access to the beach is completely free, but parking is not. Locals who watch the motorbikes charge between 5,000 and 10,000 VND (about 0.20-0.40 USD) per motorcycle, and if you sit in a beach chair at a beach bar, parking is usually free. Beach chairs cost between 40,000 and 60,000 VND (about 1.70-2.50 USD).

To fully enjoy An Bang, I recommend setting aside at least 2 to 4 hours. This will give you time for a swim in the sea, to relax under an umbrella, and to enjoy a fresh meal at the local beach bars. If you plan to watch the sunset, you may want to stay a little longer.

An Bang is much more than a tourist beach; it is the heart of the local fishing community that keeps Hoi An's traditional culture alive. Here you will see fishermen heading out and returning daily with their wooden boats, as well as the famous basket boats, which are an essential part of Vietnam's maritime heritage.

The best time of day is at sunset, when you can witness one of Vietnam's most spectacular sunsets. As for the best time of year, the ideal season is from February to August, when the sea is calm and the sky is clear. Avoid the rainy season from September to January if you want to make the most of the sun.

Unfortunately, access to the sand is quite difficult for wheelchairs or people with reduced mobility. There are no paved ramps leading down to the shore, and the sand is soft and deep. It is recommended to visit one of the seafront restaurants with paved terraces.

You are a short distance from the historic city of Hoi An, the Cu Lao Cham Marine Protected Area (a UNESCO World Heritage site), and the impressive Marble Mountains. On the beach itself, you can explore the famous 'Con Hen' sandbank in the middle of the sea and join local fishing tours. More information at hoian-tourism.com.

1) Bring cash in VND, as most local businesses do not accept cards. 2) Book a basket boat tour with the fishermen for an authentic and fun experience, but negotiate the price beforehand. 3) Try the grilled fish and cao lầu at the seafront restaurants for a local culinary experience.