Dong Xuan Market in Hanoi
Opening Hours: Daily 06.00 – 19.00 pm
Address: Dong Xuan Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
Founded in 1889, Dong Xuan Market is located in a 4-story Soviet-style building on the northern edge of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Dong Xuan Market is well known as the biggest supplier for the other smaller markets around Hanoi.
These market goods are so abundant such as fresh produce, souvenirs, accessories, and clothing, as well as electronic and household appliances.
Similar to most markets in Southeast Asia, on the ground floor, locals shops sell many kinds of seafood, meat, and vegetables while the back section sells an array of pets ( cats and dogs ) and flowers across 3 domains in Vietnam, go upstair, you can find out the numerous stalls selling t-shirts, fabrics, school uniforms,….
In addition, Dong Xuan market also provides a massive dining area with food vendors selling Vietnamese coffee and exotic local dishes and you absolutely feel secure in the price because they are as low as 15000 VND.
Visiting Dong Xuan Market, you may have a chance to immerse the local culture because surrounding this market, there are many shops displaying traditional Dong Ho paintings, Bat Trang ceramics, and other traditional products.
Dong Xuan Market, you can buy something like Vietnamese leaf hat as your souvenir for your family members or relatives.