January
22°C ~ 72°F
20 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
My Son Sanctuary
A UNESCO World Heritage valley of Cham brick temple towers built between the 4th and 13th centuries.
- Location
- Hoi An
- Time needed
- From 2 hours
- Entry fee
- 150,000 VND
- Best months
- Feb – May
Overview
My Son was the main religious centre of the Champa kingdom, and its brick towers stand in a green valley ringed by mountains. Bombing during the war destroyed many buildings, but several groups remain.
The site is open-air with a short loop path between the main groups, a small museum and a performance area for traditional Cham dance.
Highlights
- Walk between the main temple groups
- See bomb craters and war damage
- Watch a Cham dance performance when it runs
- Visit the small museum
Visitor information
| Opening hours | Daily, 6:00 – 18:00 (ticket sales until 17:00) |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | About 150,000 VND per foreign adult (2025 guides; one lists 160,000 VND). Includes the electric shuttle and the Cham arts show. Vietnamese adults 100,000 VND (2025); children 5 – 15 pay less; under 5 free |
| Time needed | 2 – 3 hours |
| Best time of day | Early morning, soon after opening |
| Good for | History lovers, photographers |
| Accessibility | Mostly flat; uneven ground |
| Facilities | Toilets, drink stalls, small museum, site shuttle |
Prices and hours can change. Check the official source before you go.
Best time to visit
Weather in Hoi An by month.
February
22.3°C ~ 72°F
14 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
March
24.5°C ~ 76°F
9 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
April
26.8°C ~ 80°F
7 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
May
28.7°C ~ 84°F
14 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
June
30°C ~ 86°F
13 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
July
29.5°C ~ 85°F
16 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
August
29.6°C ~ 85°F
18 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
September
27.8°C ~ 82°F
23 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
October
26°C ~ 79°F
26 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
November
24.7°C ~ 76°F
24 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
December
22.7°C ~ 73°F
26 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
How to get there
- From Hoi An centre
About 40 km from Hoi An; about 1 hr by car, tour or private driver.
- My Son Sanctuary
Tips before you go
- Go early to avoid heat and crowds
- Bring water and a hat
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Ask the dance show time at the entrance
Location
Thu Bon, Da Nang
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FAQs
How much is the My Son ticket?
About 150,000 VND for foreign adults (2025 guides; one lists 160,000 VND). It includes the electric shuttle and the Cham arts show. Management has studied a price rise in 2026, so check at the gate.
How far is My Son from Hoi An?
About 40 km, around 1 hr by car.
How long should I stay?
About 2 – 3 hrs on site.