A Complete Travel Guide to Hanoi Weekend Night Market

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam has so much to offer travellers: Vibrant culture, rich cuisine, and breathtaking nature: there is seemingly nothing hanoi does not have. Travelers can expect to explore  what local life is like in the city, and one place that surely exposes travelers to the real capital is the Hanoi Night Market. Found in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, this market bridges the gap between locals and tourists. It is equipped with delicious loval food and souvenirs, and while the market is a popular place, it remains off the beaten track. Indeed, visiting Hanoi Night Market is one of top things to do in Hanoi.

•    Opening Hours: Friday to Sunday 19:00 - 23:00
•    Address: At Hang Dao Street, Old Quarter, Hanoi

About the Hanoi Weeken Night Market:

For travelers who have done their research before coming have surely caught wind of the Hanoi Weekend Night Market. It occupies some of the busiest streets found in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, including streets of Hang Duong, Hang Ngang, and Hang Dao. The market is about 3 km in length, and it starts at the square of Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc and ends at the gate of Dong Xuan market. Visitors are free to wonder as they please, as the streets are blocked off to transportation. The night market is open every weekend Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night from 8 p.m. until late.

Hanoi People have a tradition of meandering around the Old Quarter. Every weekend, the night market makes these same roads even livelier. The market attracts a huge number of visitors, including both locals people and tourists from around the world. Regardless of where visitors come from, all of them attend in hopes of enjoying the easy going vibe found here. There are a few venues there for shopping as well as amazing local street food. The night market is surely a must-see attraction for anyone visiting to the capital.

The Shopping in Hanoi Night Market:

The shopping at night market cannot be beaten. There are many stalls selling a diverse number of products, including food, handicrafts, porcelain, ceramics, fashionable clothing and accessories, and more. In addition to the shopping, visitors can also find cultural shows and entertainment activities here. Wondering around the market, you will have a great night of shopping with countless finds to bring home after your holiday in Hanoi.

People who are looking for the best souvenirs in Vietnam should look no further than Hanoi Night Market, as it is equipped with everything you need to impress your friends and family back home. For many of foreign travelers, the handicrafts here are some of the most sought after products found at the weekend market. Visitors can also find vendors selling bamboo dolls and pictures, handmade postcards, and even handbags of leather. Bracelets, Necklaces, keychains, and more are also sold in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors.

Visitors should not bypass stalls selling traveling things, like backpacks, waterproof coats, and more. Hanoi night market is one of the cheapest places in Vietnam to find items for your traveling endeavors and at a discounted price. Do not forget to barter. Some vendors may even sell an item at half of the price they start! There is a quite strong haggling tradition in the northern Vietnam, so if the sellers do not inform buyers that the items being sold have a fixed price, feel free to negotiate price with them.

The Food in Hanoi Wekend Night Market:

Visitors will not be able to experience Hanoi Night Market long without stopping at one of the delicious food vendors along the streets. Food stalls pepper the night market with cuisine from around the country, so there is a food vendor for everyone here for sure.

Many of food stalls serve up Hanoi Traditonal Food, including sticky rice, sweet soups, porridge with dough, and Pho. Most of the food are sold at a reasonable price. Some of the best sweets in the country include sticky candy, boiled sweet potatoes, and boiled sweet corn.

The Entertainment in Hanoi Wekend Night Market:

Hanoi’s Old Quarter is especially thriving on Friday and Saturday Nights. The streets will come alive with live traditional performances and works of art. Some of the things you can expect to see include Vietnamese opera, reformed theater, contemporary and musical performances, and more. International artists oftentimes also come to Hanoi’s Old Quarter to perform, as well.

These performances for entertainment are always crowded with both locals and tourists, so be sure to get there as early as possible to avoid the crowds and to get the best view for the shows.

Some Tips when visiting the Hanoi Wekend Night Market

• Park your bike/motorbike outside the market if you have, as no any kinds of vehicle is allowed to enter the market after 7;00 p.m.
• As Hanoi Weeekend Night Market is always crowded, so make sure to keep your belongings carefully and watch out for pick-pockets.
• If you do not know what you would like to eat yet, just look the most ordered dishes by locals and follow them. Locals always know best!

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