Discover Tranquility at Thien An Monastery

Getting There

• Walking

  Start from the center of Hue at the famous Hue Imperial City (Citadel). Head southeast on Le Loi Street towards the Perfume River. Cross the bridge (Truong Tien Bridge) over the river to reach Le Duan Street. Continue on Le Duan Street until you reach the intersection with Phan Chu Trinh Street. Turn left onto Phan Chu Trinh Street, then continue straight until you reach the intersection with Tran Cao Van Street. Take a right onto Tran Cao Van Street and follow it until you reach the bus station.

• Bus

  From the bus station, take Bus No. 2 (Thuy Bang route) which goes towards Thien An Monastery. The bus ride should take around 30 minutes. Make sure to inform the driver or check with local passengers to ensure you get off at the correct stop near Thien An Monastery. After getting off, walk a short distance (about 5-10 minutes) towards the entrance of the monastery.

• Cyclo

  If you prefer a more traditional mode of transport, you can hire a cyclo (a three-wheeled bicycle taxi) from the center of Hue. Negotiate the fare beforehand, typically around 100,000 to 150,000 VND for a ride to Thien An Monastery. The ride will take approximately 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic. The cyclo driver can drop you off at the entrance of the monastery.

• Bicycle

  For a more active option, consider renting a bicycle from one of the many rental shops in Hue. From the center, cycle towards the Perfume River, cross the Truong Tien Bridge, and follow the same route as described for the walking option. Biking to Thien An Monastery offers a scenic route and takes about 30-40 minutes. Remember to wear a helmet and be cautious of traffic.