Vietnam is the top favorite destination for Australian tourists.

According to a VNA reporter in Sydney, Sky News (Australia) recently published an article saying that when Australian tourists want to find “meaningful cultural adventures”, Vietnam is at the top of their list because tourism in this Southeast Asian country is of good quality and cheaper than any other popular destination.

Tourists experience traveling around Hoan Kiem Lake by cyclo.

According to the news site, Vietnam is considered a vibrant, vibrant and culturally rich country. The latest data this year from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows that the number of Australian visitors to Vietnam has far surpassed all other popular international destinations, increasing by 54% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2019.

Ms. Nicole Newport, Sales Director for Oceania at InsideAsia Tours, said there was "clear evidence" that Vietnam was rapidly becoming a popular tourist destination and that this trend was expected to continue in the future.

According to her, with its geographical location close to Australia and rich experiences, from historic cities, bustling markets to majestic natural landscapes, the diversity of landscapes makes a visit to Vietnam can give visitors the feeling of exploring many countries. In addition, Ms. Newport said, more than ever, more tourists are looking for meaningful cultural exploration trips, beyond the usual tourist routes.

Foreign tourists learn about the Makara sea monster statue in Champa sculpture at the Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture. Photo: Kha Pham/ VNA

Another factor that makes Vietnam an attractive destination for Australian tourists is the exchange rate between the Australian dollar (AUD) and the Vietnamese dong, according to Travel Money Oz. A spokesperson for Travel Money Oz said that Vietnam has always offered Australian tourists incredible value. With the AUD steadily increasing against the Vietnamese dong in recent months, tourists can enjoy even more benefits. This directly impacts on tourists' budgets, with an average meal or taxi ride costing around AUD5, and a 1-litre bottle of purified water costing around 80 cents.

Travel company Klook also reported a 250% spike in hotel bookings in Vietnam from March to June 2025 compared to the same period last year. The most searched destinations in Vietnam include Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, Ha Long Bay and Hoi An.

Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/viet-nam-la-diem-duoc-ua-thich-hang-dau-cua-du-khach-australia-20250714083922097.htm