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Is Hoi An safe? 🇻🇳
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As of October 2026, Hoi An scores 80/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yes. Hoi An is one of Vietnam's safest destinations for visitors, with violent crime extremely rare. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams. The U.S. State Department rates it Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions).
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Hoi An 🇻🇳
Vietnam · Assessed 20 October 2026
80
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime78/100GoodCrime index 39.8 / 100
Sentiment88/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories100Good
Stability68Fair
Health79Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“Tropical storm season The tropical storm season runs from May to November. Tropical storms can cause serious travel disruption.”
Updated 2026-10-07T11:40:14Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Vietnam: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-19T10:37:40.5441879-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Urban scale factor
33k residents
93
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
1.5 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
90
Robbery / mugging
LowArmed robbery against visitors is extremely rare; no recent incidents reported in dossier.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing occurs in crowded tourist zones like Ancient Town, night market, and riverfront; keep valuables secure.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Fair
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
88/100
Reported feel88Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Solo female travelers and families consistently report feeling safe walking Hoi An's streets day and night due to the small-town atmosphere and protective local community.
Yes. Hoi An is one of Vietnam's safest destinations for visitors, with violent crime extremely rare.
Hoi An maintains low violent crime rates and a strong tourist police presence in the Old Town, though petty theft and seasonal flooding pose the main risks. Visitors report feeling secure walking day and night in the UNESCO area, but should guard valuables in crowded zones and monitor weather alerts in October.
Recent developments
- Oct 2026Vietnam tourism gains appeal from safety and diverse experiences— VietnamPlus
- Sep 2026Foreigners arrested after failing to steal $7,700 in gold in central Vietnam— VnExpress International
- Jun 2026Vietnam police rescued more than 400 cats from an animal theft crime ring— The Guardian
Common scams
- overpriced tailoring or motorbike rentals
- unsolicited 'watchers' demanding payment for motorbikes
Full briefing
Hoi An’s Ancient Town remains exceptionally safe with pedestrian-only streets, constant foot traffic, and lantern lighting that supports secure exploration after dark. Violent crime against visitors is extremely rare, and the UNESCO area benefits from a strong tourist police presence and enhanced CCTV coverage following a 15% increase in patrols since late 2025. Petty theft, however, is noted as a moderate concern in crowded zones such as the night market, riverfront, and busy shopping streets, where pickpocketing and bag snatching can occur; travelers should keep phones and wallets zipped and front-facing in these areas. Flooding is a seasonal risk, especially in October and November, with streets up to four blocks from the river potentially affected; visitors should monitor forecasts and consider lodging on higher ground if traveling during peak wet periods. Beachgoers at Cua Dai should avoid leaving belongings unattended and exercise caution when swimming in rough weather. Common scams include overpriced tailoring or motorbike rentals and individuals offering to 'watch' parked bikes before demanding inflated fees; agreeing on prices upfront and using reputable providers helps avoid these issues. Overall, the town’s tourism-dependent economy incentivizes locals to maintain a welcoming, secure environment, reflected in consistently high visitor confidence walking the streets day and night.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Hoi An districts for visitors: 3 safer, 4 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Hoi An safety map.
Phuoc Minh (Industrial Zone outskirts)avoidLimited tourist presence, poor lighting after dark, and higher incidence of petty crime; not recommended for visitors
An Bang BeachcautionGenerally safe resorts and lighting, but avoid leaving belongings unattended and swimming in rough weather; petty theft reported
Cua Dai BeachcautionPopular beach with resorts; exercise caution with valuables and avoid swimming during adverse conditions; traffic risks nearby
Hoi An Riverside (Thu Bon River banks)cautionScenic area with cafes and boat tours; petty theft possible in crowded evening markets; flooding risk in October
Hoi An Night Market areacautionLantern-lit and policed, but pickpocketing and bag snatching reported in crowds; keep valuables secure and avoid isolated side streets late at night
Hoi An Ancient Town (Old Quarter)saferUNESCO site with strong tourist police presence, well-lit pedestrian streets, low violent crime; petty theft possible in crowds
Cam Thanh (Water Coconut Village)saferPeaceful rural area with bike tours and local life; minimal crime, but watch for traffic on narrow roads and boat safety
Tan Thanh (Northern residential area)saferQuiet local neighborhood with low crime; safe for daytime exploration but fewer tourist facilities; remain alert after dark
07 · After Dark
Is Hoi An safe at night?
85% of people in Vietnam say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2020).
Armed robbery against visitors is extremely rare; no recent incidents reported in dossier.
After dark, be most careful around Phuoc Minh (Industrial Zone outskirts), An Bang Beach, Cua Dai Beach, Hoi An Riverside (Thu Bon River banks). Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Hoi An safety FAQ (2026)
Is Hoi An safe right now (2026)?
Yes. Hoi An is one of Vietnam's safest destinations for visitors, with violent crime extremely rare. Hoi An maintains low violent crime rates and a strong tourist police presence in the Old Town, though petty theft and seasonal flooding pose the main risks. Visitors report feeling secure walking day and night in the UNESCO area, but should guard valuables in crowded zones and monitor weather alerts in October. (Assessed 20 October 2026.)
Is Hoi An safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Hoi An report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Hoi An should tourists avoid?
Field research flags Phuoc Minh (Industrial Zone outskirts) as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Hoi An (2026)?
- overpriced tailoring or motorbike rentals
- unsolicited 'watchers' demanding payment for motorbikes
How does Hoi An compare with other places in Vietnam (2026)?
Hoi An ranks #1 of 9 Vietnam destinations we've assessed, scoring 80/100. See the Vietnam safety overview for the full list.
How is this hoi-an safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 13+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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