Web-to-app city quest

Play the city game of Hoi An

An interactive adventure through Hoi An. Join the Order of the Secret Map, solve puzzles and uncover highlights and hidden gems at your own pace.

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2hidden gems
6.3km route

The story

The Order of the Secret Map

Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route for you in Hoi An that ordinary visitors never fully see. Let yourself be guided by the soft glow of golden lanterns, the whispering tales of the Thu Bồn River, and the serene elegance of ancient ochre walls. Here, a magical network unfolds, hidden within the city's rhythm.

A glimpse of the story — discover the rest while playing.

About this city walk

Discover Hoi An on a self-guided walking tour

Our interactive walking tour of Hoi An blends a classic city walk with an escape game. You get a real tour guide in your pocket that takes you past the must-see landmarks of Hoi An and the hidden gems only locals know.

No schedules, no group, no headset. You play the city walk whenever you want, at your own pace. Perfect for things to do in Hoi An — solo, with friends, with kids, or as an activity for a city break, bachelor party or team outing.

Along the way you solve puzzles, collect letters and uncover the mystery of The Order of the Secret Map. A unique way to get to know Hoi An — more than a regular walking tour, and a fraction of the price of a live guide.

Why players love CityWalkGems

At your pace

No schedules or groups. Start, pause and resume whenever you want.

Highlights + gems

The must-sees plus spots even locals sometimes miss.

Story in every street

History and mystery woven through the city itself.

A fraction of a guide

A real private guide in your pocket, for a fraction of the price.

What you'll see in Hoi An

Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route for you in Hoi An that ordinary visitors never fully see. Let yourself be guided by the soft glow of golden lanterns, the whispering tales of the Thu Bồn River, and the serene elegance of ancient ochre walls. Here, a magical network unfolds, hidden within the city's rhythm.

Along the way you'll pass Pagoda Bridge, Nguyen Tuong Family Chapel, Bài Chòi Hội An, Old House of Tan Ky, Quan Thang Ancient House and Hoi An, Vietnam — and beyond these highlights you'll discover plenty more, including 2 hidden gems in Hoi An that only locals know about.

Ready for the adventure?

Start your mission in Hoi An

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