Is it worth it to go to Hue?

How many days in Hue is enough?

Hue in 3 days? Ideal, they say. As if ideal vacations aren't as rare as finding parking downtown. But alright, let's play along.

• Day 1: Citadel strut. Morning glory, huh? More like morning torture. It's expansive, like my uncle's conspiracy theories. Prepare for historical overload and a lunch-induced coma.

  • Seriously though, pace yourself. It's not a race to the throne (which, spoiler alert, you won't win).

It is possible to cram the must-sees into two days. However, Hue's allure lies in its relaxed pace, a counterpoint to Hanoi's frenetic energy.

• The "Real" Hue, Unpacked: Forget the guidebooks. "Real" Hue involves banh mi fueled scooter adventures, discovering hidden coffee shops where the wifi is stronger than the coffee, and bargaining with a vendor who insists you need five conical hats. I bought seven. Don't ask.
• Beyond the Citadel: Consider a boat trip on the Perfume River, or a visit to the tombs of the emperors – each one more opulent and slightly creepy than the last. And the food! Oh, the food. Com Hen? Bun Bo Hue? I'm drooling just thinking about it, tbh. So, three days? Maybe. But honestly, why rush? Embrace the chaos, eat all the noodles, and buy more conical hats than you need. Trust me.