Archive · 16 Dec 2025
Vietnam Hits Record 20 Million Tourists
Vietnam has welcomed a record number of 20 million foreign tourists this year.
This is a big increase from the previous record of 18 million in 2019 and a 19.3% rise from last year.
The country is known for its beautiful beaches, natural landscapes, and rich culture, which attract many visitors.
Despite issues like air pollution in Hanoi and flooding in other tourist spots, people are still choosing to visit Vietnam.
The most tourists come from China, followed by South Korea, Taiwan, the United States, and Japan.
In 2021, the number of tourists was very low, less than 160,000, because of COVID-19 travel restrictions.
Vietnam marked the arrival of the 20 millionth foreign tourist this year, a record high.
The number of foreign arrivals is up 19.3% from last year and beats the previous record of 18 million set in 2019.
Vietnam's capital Hanoi has faced chronic air pollution, and other tourist sites like Hue, Hoi An, and Nha Trang suffered heavy flooding.
China was the largest source of foreign tourists, accounting for a quarter of the total arrivals.
In 2021, Vietnam reported less than 160,000 foreign arrivals due to COVID-related travel restrictions.
- Who
- Vietnam's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism
- What
- Record 20 million foreign tourists arrived in Vietnam
- When
- December 16, 2024
- Where
- Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam
- Why
- Vietnam's strong recovery from COVID-19 pandemic and its popularity as a tourist destination
- Record Arrivals
- 20 million foreign tourists
- Previous Record
- 18 million in 2019
- Increase from 2023
- 19.3%
- Lowest Record
- Less than 160,000 in 2021
- Top Source Country
- China (25%)
