Mid-Autumn — the season of the brightest full moon of the year — not only brings childhood memories of lanterns and mooncakes, but it’s also the perfect time to travel and admire the full moon. In 2025, if you want to “chase the moon,” try visiting the five destinations below — places where the light of the full moon of the 8th lunar month becomes an unforgettable, picturesque scene:
🌙 1. Hoi An Ancient Town (Quang Nam)
On a full-moon night in Hoi An the town glows with lanterns that mingle with the round moon reflected on the poetic Hoai River. Stroll the lantern-lit streets and float a flower lantern on the water — you’ll feel the Mid-Autumn spirit steeped in nostalgia.
🌙 2. Ha Long Bay (Quang Ninh)
Imagine drifting on a cruise, with thousands of dramatic limestone islets around you and a brilliant full moon above. Mid-Autumn on Ha Long Bay offers a sense of mystery and romance few places can match.
🌙 3. Moc Chau Highlands (Son La)
Cool air, rolling tea hills, peaceful villages. Sitting around a hearth with a cup of hot tea while the full moon brightens the highland sky, you’ll discover an unusually peaceful Mid-Autumn.
🌙 4. Hue — the Dreamy Imperial City
Mid-Autumn in Hue isn’t just the Perfume River and Trường Tiền Bridge lit up on full-moon nights — it also features lantern processions and lion dances that revive traditional customs. Hue’s quiet, historic atmosphere paired with moonlight creates a captivating, timeless scene.
🌙 5. Phu Quoc (Kien Giang)
On the island, the full moon shines on the sea like a sheet of silver. Enjoy grilled seafood and watch the moon rise from the horizon — it’s sure to be a memorable Mid-Autumn experience.
🌙 6. Quy Nhon - The Moonlit Season on the Central Coast
The Mid-Autumn Festival 2025 promises Quy Nhon as a destination that offers a unique “moon-hunting” experience: not too bustling, yet filled with poetry and tranquility – perfect for those seeking a peaceful haven under the full moonlight.
🌙 7. Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)
Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) is usually bustling and modern, but when the Mid-Autumn Festival arrives, the city takes on a unique charm: the full moon blends with the vibrant glow of lanterns, the lively beat of lion dance drums, and the flow of busy crowds. “Moon hunting” in Saigon is not just about gazing at the moon, but also about immersing yourself in the festive atmosphere right in the heart of Vietnam’s largest metropolis.
✨ Mid-Autumn is not only a festival of reunion but also an opportunity to “date” the full moon in new places. Which destination will you choose to chase the moon in 2025? 🌕💛