Thanh Hóa: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Thanh Hóa is the capital of Thanh Hóa Province. The city is situated in the east of the province on the Ma River, about 150 kilometers south of capital Hanoi and 1560 kilometers north of Ho Chi Minh City.

Thanh Hóa (city) · CC BY-SA 4.0

Now in the cityThanh Hóa+29°CDrizzle · sunset 05:21 PMupdated 10:00 AM

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Exchange rate₫25,743.91per 1 $VND — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Addition of information about tropical storm season ('Warnings and insurance') page

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.

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Exercise normal precaution in Vietnam . Vietnam is generally a safe destination for travelers. Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Landmines and unexploded ordnance exist in Vietnam. Areas of greatest risk are construction sites. Landmine risk is low in urban and populated areas, including tourist destinations.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory