Discover the Enchanting Hồ Thuỷ Tiên: A Hidden Gem in Vietnam

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the center of Huế city. Head west on Lê Lợi Street towards Nguyễn Huệ Street. Continue straight until you reach the roundabout at Trường Chinh. Take the second exit onto Trường Chinh Street and follow it for about 3 kilometers. Turn left onto Thủy Bằng Road and continue for approximately 5 kilometers. You will see signs for Hồ Thuỷ Tiên as you approach; it's located at 'CH5H+5CG, hồ Tiên, Thủy, Thủy Bằng, Hương Thủy, Thừa Thiên Huế'. Parking is available near the entrance.

• Bus

  If you prefer public transportation, take a bus from Huế city center to Hương Thủy. You can catch the bus at the central bus station. Look for buses heading to Hương Thủy or specifically to 'Thủy Bằng'. The bus fare is usually around 15,000 VND (less than 1 USD). Once you arrive in Hương Thủy, you can take a motorbike taxi (xe ôm) or a local taxi to Hồ Thuỷ Tiên. The ride will take about 10-15 minutes and may cost around 30,000-50,000 VND (1-2 USD).

• Motorbike

  For a more adventurous option, rent a motorbike in Huế city. Follow the same route as described for cars: head west on Lê Lợi Street, continue onto Trường Chinh Street, and then turn left onto Thủy Bằng Road. The total distance is about 8 kilometers and will take approximately 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. Make sure to wear a helmet and carry your driver’s license. Rental costs are usually around 100,000 VND (4 USD) per day.