How to Prepare for a Visit to Tra Que Vegetable Village

Tra Que Vegetable Village lies beside the quiet Co Co River in Cam Ha Commune and is a well-known ecological and agricultural village in Hoi An. It has a history of more than 300 years and is known for its farming method, in which villagers fertilise the vegetables with water weed collected from the Tra Que lagoon and the De Vong River. This guide covers the route, the best times of day, tickets and ways of getting there.

Distance and Route to Tra Que Village

Tra Que is about 3 km north-east of the old town and roughly 1.5 km from An Bang Beach:

• The most common route follows Hai Ba Trung Street towards the sea. Near the border of Cam Chau and Cam Ha you will see the village gate on your right.
• The road into the village is concrete and winds between neat rows of vegetables.
• The trip takes about 7 to 10 minutes by car or motorbike, and 15 to 20 minutes by bicycle.

Best Times of Day to Visit

• Early morning (about 06:30 to 08:30): Cooler air and dew on the leaves, with farmers watering the beds using traditional buckets on a shoulder pole.
• Late afternoon (about 15:30 to 17:30): Warm light on the lettuce and herb beds. It is a good time for photos and hands-on activities.
• Around midday, roughly 11:30 to 14:00, the sun is strong and there is less outdoor activity.

Tickets and Farming Experiences

Prices, opening arrangements and programmes change, so check them locally on the day.

• Village ticket: A local visiting ticket may apply, sold under heritage-management rules. Check what it covers at the ticket desk.
• A day as a farmer: Many visitors join a short experience at a garden or through a tour, with a hat, basic tools, watering the beds and sometimes a herbal foot soak.
• Local food: Try the local dishes and herb-wrapped specialities, or join a cooking class at a village kitchen.

Ways to Get There

• Bicycle: The 3 km ride is flat and easy, and you can stop by lotus ponds and canals.
• A private car with a driver: Suitable for families with older relatives or visitors who want to combine stops such as the Bay Mau Coconut Forest, the Marble Mountains or Ba Na Hills in one day. See the private car rates or the private car from Da Nang to Hoi An.
• Electric vehicles: Sun Travel’s electric vehicle service in Hoi An is currently paused. If you use an independent electric shuttle, agree the waiting point and the pickup time beforehand.

After Tra Que you can continue to An Bang Beach or return to the old town for a Hoi An street food tour.

Frequently asked questions about visiting Tra Que vegetable village

How far is Tra Que from Hoi An old town and which road is used? +

Tra Que is about 3 km north-east of the old town. The easiest route follows Hai Ba Trung Street towards An Bang Beach and turns right at the village gate, about a 10-minute ride.

Is a ticket required for Tra Que village? +

Visitors can usually walk through the village, but a ticket may apply for experiences, exhibition houses and welcome tea, at the price posted at the ticket counter. Check the current arrangement on the day.

What should I wear to Tra Que? +

Wear light, breathable clothing and comfortable shoes or sandals that suit soft soil. Bring a hat and sunglasses.

What can be combined with Tra Que in the same trip? +

Tra Que lies between the old town and An Bang Beach, so a common plan is the village early in the morning, a seafood lunch and a swim at An Bang, then back to the old town for the lanterns in the evening.