Vietnam night markets are a bustle of energy and noise, allowing you to have wonderful relaxation during your holiday. Additionally, the markets are also ideal places for foreign visitors to explore Vietnamese street culture, ranging from food to traditional performances.
In this blog, Vietnamtour.in will introduce you to 9 best night markets in Vietnam, together with their outstanding attractions. Right now, let’s start your journey with us below!
Hanoi Old Quarter Night Market (Hanoi)
- Location: Hang Bac Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
- How to get there: Walk (from Hoan Kiem Lake), or travel by public bus, shuttle bus, taxi, car, and motorbike to Hanoi Old Quarter.
- Opening hours: 6 PM – 12 AM (Friday to Sunday)
Being one of the most famous Vietnam night markets, Hanoi Old Quarter Market is an interesting place for visitors to discover Vietnamese outstanding culture. The market is a 3-kilometer-long walking area, offering travelers a shopping paradise of hundreds of stalls.
In Hanoi Old Quarter Market, you can buy some Vietnamese traditional handicrafts and enjoy renowned local dishes like “Pho”, “Banh Mi” or “Bun Cha”. Additionally, you also have a chance to join some traditional folk games, which will surely bring you a wonderful experience of Vietnamese culture.
Quang Ba Flower Market (Hanoi)
- Location: 236 Au Co Street, Quang An Ward, Tay Ho District, Hanoi (4.5 kilometers from the city center)
- How to get there: Travel by car or taxi in 15 minutes from the city center
- Opening hours: 11 PM – 5 AM
Quang Ba Flower Market is considered one of the most beautiful Vietnam night markets, which is full of decorative flowers. You can easily find and buy any species of flower at an affordable price. Sometimes, visitors can try bargaining for discounts from local merchants.
If you are a professional photographer or into taking pictures, Quang Ba Flower Night Market is an ideal destination to experience. Take a favorite flower bouquet and have a camera in hand for unforgettable memories here.
Bai Chay Market (Ha Long)
- Location: Bai Chay Market, Halong City, Quang Ninh Province (in Halong city center)
- How to get there: Travel by taxi, car, and motorbike to Bai Chay Beach
- Opening hours: 4 PM – 12 AM
After having a wonderful time on Bai Chay Beach, don’t forget to drop by Bai Chay Market for souvenirs. Here, you can find various local handicrafts, accessories, and jewelry, which are mainly made from seashells and natural materials. This also creates a distinctive highlight for the local culture of sea villagers.
Hoi An Night Market (Hoi An)
- Location: Nguyen Hoang Street, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province (in Hoi An Ancient Town)
- How to get there: Walk from the sightseeing gates in the ancient town (Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Nguyen Hue, Le Loi Street, and so forth)
- Opening hours: 5 PM – 10 PM
Coming to Hoi An Night Market, you will first immerse yourself in the world of colorful lanterns, and admire the spellbinding beauty of Thu Bon River. The most interesting activity in the market is buying a paper lantern, lightening and then dropping it on the river for best wishes. During the journey, we also recommend you try some popular dishes such as “Mi Quang”, “Cao Lau” and “Tao Pho”. It will surely be a great chance to explore local cuisine culture.
Nha Trang Night Market (Nha Trang)
- Location: 46 Street, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province (in the city center)
- How to get there: Travel by car, taxi, or motorbike to Nha Trang Market’s walking street – Tran Phu Street
- Opening hours: 6 PM – 12 AM
Nha Trang Night Market is one of the main sub-parts of Nha Trang Market, particularly lying at 46 Tran Phu Street. The market impresses you with a broad range of souvenirs, as well as various local dishes like “Banh Xeo Muc” or “Banh Can”. Additionally, many visitors prefer buying salangane nests – nutrition-rich products as meaningful presents for their relatives.
Am Phu Night Market (Da Lat)
- Location: 6 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Ward 1, Da Lat City, Lam Dong Province (in the city center)
- How to get there: Walk (if you stay in the center of the city); or travel by car, taxi, or rented motorbike (4.3 USD – 6.4 USD/ day)
- Opening hours: 5 PM to 5 AM
Am Phu is one of the most well-known Vietnam night markets, attracting foreign visitors’ attention with its special name. “Am Phu” originates from “dark nights when there was no electricity in the region to run the lives of locals”. That’s why many travelers normally get adventurous feelings for their visit to this market.
When visiting Am Phu Night Market, you shouldn’t miss popular street food called “Banh Trang Nuong”. It is made from a grilled rice cake, together with plenty of toppings like eggs, sausage, and dried shrimp. Let’s sip a little of “Banh Trang Nuong” and a glass of hot soy milk to feel the wonderful atmosphere of Dalat at night.
Ben Thanh Night Market (Ho Chi Minh City)
- Location: Le Loi Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City (in the city center)
- How to get there: Walk (if you stay in the center of the city); or travel by taxi, rented motorbike, or Grab car
- Opening hours: 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Ben Thanh is known as one of the oldest Vietnam night markets, set up to run both morning and night shopping activities for visitors. It is also an ideal destination for food explorers to experience live-kitchen with a broad range of Vietnamese street food. Besides that, you can buy some interesting items such as clothing, accessories, or handicrafts at affordable pricing levels.
Ho Thi Ky Night Market (Ho Chi Minh City)
- Location: Alley 52, Ho Thi Ky, Ward 1, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City (3.8 kilometers from the city center)
- How to get there: Travel by car, taxi, or rented motorbike
- Opening hours: All day
Ho Thi Ky Night Market is the largest flower market in Ho Chi Minh City, opening 24 hours and especially being busiest after 2 AM. During your visit, visitors have a chance to witness various species of flowers from different regions in Vietnam and experience the bustling atmosphere of locals.
Nearby Ho Thi Ky Market, there is another local market called the Cambodian market. This spot is famous for Cambodian dishes, especially the sweet soup “Che thap cam”. We highly recommend you drop into the “Che CoCo” stall to try for one time.
Dinh Cau Night Market (Phu Quoc island)
- Location: Vo Thi Sau street, Duong Dong town, Phu Quoc Island, Kien Giang province (in the city center)
- How to get there: Take flights from Kien Giang’s mainland or travel by taxi, car, or motorbike from Phu Quoc Airport.
- Opening hours: 5 PM to 12 AM
Dinh Cau Night Market is currently merged with Bach Dang Market, creating a new shopping paradise for visitors, called Phu Quoc Night Market. Coming here, you can see a wide range of stalls, each has a unique and eye-catching display of souvenirs, accessories, and crafts. You can even easily find items made from pearls and natural stones at affordable prices. Besides that, don’t forget to experience seafood dishes, like scallops, fish, or crabs.
Useful Tips for Visiting Vietnam Night Markets
To have a wonderful time when visiting Vietnam night markets, don’t miss our useful tips below:
- Always keep friendly behaviors with vendors or other visitors
- Try bargaining for better pricing levels
- Carry some cash while shopping in night markets
- Be aware of theft and pickpocketing
- Go with a local guide for a proper schedule
Conclusion
Our blog has just reviewed the 9 best Vietnam night markets, with distinctive attractions. Most Vietnam night markets open daily, except for the Hanoi Old Quarter market which operates only on weekends. Thus, visitors need to take note of each spot’s timetable to have a wonderful experience during their visit. Let’s refer to our Vietnam tour packages for detailed information about other must-try activities in Vietnam.
