Major city · Vietnam
Ha TienHà Tiên
Spend 1–2 days in Ha Tien for beach, temples and a short bike ride; reachable by bus from HCMC (≈8 h) or Can Tho (≈3 h).
Ha Tien is a small coastal town at the Mekong Delta’s western tip, near the Cambodian border. Its main attractions—beaches, Chinese temples, night market and easy bike routes—fit into a half‑day to a full day. Longer stays are only needed if you plan a border hop to Cambodia or a ferry to Phú Quốc.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- VND
- Best months
- Nov–Apr (dry season, cooler temps)
- avoid May–Oct (rainy, hot)
- Airport
- VKG
- Nights
- 1–2
Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Vietnam ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal; lookalike sites charge extra.
- Vietnam ↗Crossing streets: walk slowly and steadily; motorbikes flow around you — do not stop or run.
- Vietnam ↗Carry Vietnamese đồng in small notes; many stalls and taxis are cash-only.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Ha Tien113 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ha Tien, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?VND in small notes (10k–100k) for stalls, markets, xe ôm and tips at spas.Vietnam-wide
- SIM or eSIMViettel, Vinaphone and Mobifone sell tourist SIMs at airport arrivals; passport and a face photo are required for registration.Vietnam-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.Vietnam-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: Round up or 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.Vietnam-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/C/F. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Vietnam-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; stay aware of border scams and keep valuables secure in night market crowds.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in cities and hotels; squat toilets and no paper in rural stops and on long buses — carry tissues.Vietnam-wide
- Emergency numbers113 police · 114 fire · 115 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close on Monday; the Hồ Chí Minh Mausoleum is also closed on Friday and shuts for maintenance for about two months each year (usually…Vietnam-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckVKG Rach Gia Airport (≈70 km (43 mi) north, bus or taxi about 2 h (check)).VKG Rach Gia Airport (≈43 mi (70 km) north, bus or taxi about 2 h (check)).
- Getting aroundTown centre is walkable; motorbike taxis ~20,000 đ for short trips.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealStreet food (seafood grill)₫20,000–30,000 (≈ US$1–2)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Motorbike taxi (short ride)₫20,000 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedBudget guesthouse, a night, per person₫150,000 (≈ US$6)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₫450,000 (≈ US$18)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₫600,000 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₫120,000 (≈ US$5) · Mid ₫250,000 (≈ US$10) · High ₫350,000 (≈ US$14)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- VKG Rach Gia Airport (≈70 km (43 mi) north, bus or taxi about 2 h (check))VKG Rach Gia Airport (≈43 mi (70 km) north, bus or taxi about 2 h (check))
- Phrases
- Vietnamese phrasebook
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Nov–Apr. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest May (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ha Tien: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
10 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Town centre is walkable; motorbike taxis ~20,000 đ for short trips. Rent a motorbike (~US$6/day) or bicycle (~US$2/day). Metered taxis (Mai Linh, Ha Tien Development Corp) operate for longer rides.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Phú Quốc (ferry)
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Fast ferry from Ha Tien port, 1 h 15 min
Cost ~230,000 đ (passenger), 165,000 đ for motorbike.
Cambodia – Kep
cautionDoor to door: ≈1.5 h
Motorbike across border, then hire local bike
Visa on arrival US$35; border agents may overcharge.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Bao Tam
Air‑con rooms, ~170,000 đ/night; central market area.
Hai Yen
Rooms ~150‑200k đ, balcony view of Dam Dong Ho.
Viet Toan
Budget rooms ~150k đ, fan or air‑con.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₫120,000–200,000 (≈ US$5–8) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₫200,000–350,000 (≈ US$8–14) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget guesthouse2 × 1 night × ₫150,000 | ₫300,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₫120,000 | ₫240,000 |
| Bus HCMC → Ha Tien2 × ₫170,000 · check | ₫340,000 |
| Motorbike rental (per day)2 × ₫140,000 · check | ₫280,000 |
| Ferry to Phú Quốc (passenger)2 × ₫230,000 · check | ₫460,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₫162,000 |
| Trip total≈ ₫891,000 per person per day, bed included | ₫1,782,000≈ US$70 |
2026 estimate in VND; flights and visas excluded.
Prices of common things
| Street food (seafood grill) | ₫20,000–30,000 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Bike rental (day) | ₫140,000 (≈ US$6) |
| Motorbike taxi (short ride) | ₫20,000 (≈ under US$1) |
| Ferry to Phú Quốc (motorbike) | ₫165,000 (≈ US$7) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Border agents may try to overcharge; agree on price before crossing.
- Road to the Cambodian side can be dusty in dry season; expect bumpy rides.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 113
- Fire
- 114
- Ambulance
- 115
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Đến địa chỉ này, làm ơnTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police113
- Fire114
- Ambulance115
Embassy
US consulate in Ho Chi Minh City (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ho Chi Minh City → Ha Tien (bus): about ₫170,000 (≈ US$7), 8 h (check)
- Motorbike taxi town centre → ferry port: ≈₫20,000
- Ferry Ha Tien → Phú Quốc (passenger): ≈₫230,000 (check)
Say or show
- Cái này bao nhiêu? — How much is this? (cái này bao nhiêu)
- Chợ đêm ở đâu? — Where is the night market? (chợ đêm ở đâu)
- Tôi muốn thuê xe máy một ngày — I need a motorbike for a day (tôi muốn thuê xe máy một ngày)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ha Tien. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Apr (dry season, cooler temps) · avoid May–Oct (rainy, hot) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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