Current situation and solutions for ancient house tourism in Can Tho City

Abstract

This study analyzes and evaluates primary data by surveying 150 tourists, experts, and ancient house owners to assess the potential and current situation of tourism development in ancient houses in the city. It shows that this current situation in Can Tho City is not aligned with  with the latent qualities potentially developed for future success or usefulness. In addition, tourism products lack variety and interest. These problems need solutions by paying more attention to the conservation and restoration of houses. Through the evaluation results with authentic research data, the study proposes a number of solutions to effectively exploit ancient houses in tourism development. Research results will benefit the local economy, community, old landlords, managers, suppliers, and tourism businesses, in organizing, managing, and developing tourism, featuring the ancient house tourism in Can Tho City.