Your Ultimate Guide to Night Markets in Asia

Discover the best day and night markets across Asia, organized by country and location to help you find local treasures.

Cai Rang Floating Market

The Mekong Delta's biggest floating market, where boats sell fruit, vegetables and noodles at dawn.

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Cai Rang Floating Market

Cai Rang is the largest floating market on the Mekong Delta, near Can Tho.

What to expect

Hundreds of boats trading wholesale produce, with a pole on each boat showing what it sells. Smaller boats sell coffee and noodle soups.

What to eat

Fresh tropical fruit, noodle soup eaten on a boat and iced coffee.

Visitor tips

  • The market is busiest at dawn and is quieter by mid-morning; hours vary, so check with your boat operator.
  • Book a boat the day before.
  • Bring sun protection.