Vietnam's markets range from dawn floating markets on the Mekong to lantern-lit night bazaars. This guide groups them by region and links to every listing in our Vietnam Night Markets collection.
Night markets here usually start in the early evening and run until about 10 or 11 pm. Hours in Vietnam are loose and differ between sources, so check locally.
North
- Hanoi Weekend Market closes the Old Quarter to traffic on Friday to Sunday evenings.
- Dong Xuan Market is the covered market that anchors it.
- Sapa Night Market runs on weekend evenings in the mountains.
Central
- Hoi An Night Market is the lantern market beside the Ancient Town.
- Son Tra Night Market is Da Nang's riverside market.
- Dong Ba Market is Hue's main daytime market.
- Da Lat Night Market is a cool-evening market for hot snacks.
- Nha Trang Night Market is near the beach.
South
- Ben Thanh Market is Saigon's landmark market, with night stalls around it.
- Bui Vien Walking Street is the backpacker strip.
- Binh Tay Market is Cholon's wholesale market.
- Phu Quoc Night Market is the island's seafood market.
Mekong Delta
- Cai Rang Floating Market is best at dawn.
- Can Tho Night Market is on the riverfront.
Practical tips
- Bargaining: expected at most souvenir stalls.
- Cash: carry small notes in dong.
- Safety: keep phones and bags secure in crowded streets.
- Photo credits: see our photo credits.
Browse the full Vietnam Night Markets collection, or compare with our Thailand night markets guide.