Hoi An Night Market | The Best Place to Visit By Nightfall

By Ngoc Tu Dinh - September 28, 2024
Hoi An Night Market | The Best Place to Visit By Nightfall

The charming beauty of Hoi An night market will not let you down; it will not only help you have awesome pictures but also give you a chance to learn more about Vietnamese culture and local life. 


When the sun disappears below the horizon, the nightlife of Hoi An puts on a mysterious yet charming look; it is also the time when Hoi An night markets light up, giving off the full-moon-festival vibe for 7 hours straight. Such beauty is much credited to the night markets of Hoi An.

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Hoi An Night Market - Cung Nu Ngoc Hoa (Lady Ngoc Hoa)

This Hoi An night market is situated on a street of the same name, named after Princess Ngoc Hoa of the old Nguyen Dynasty. Lady Ngoc Hoa night market is loved by many visitors as it is the nightfall paradise of culinary. Here, people can find many typical dishes of Hoi An and the land of Quang Nam such as Quang Noodles, Cao Lau, and rustic street foods that might not be found in any Hoi An restaurant like grilled corn, all kinds of cakes and sidewalk snacks.

hoi an night market - cung nu ngoc hoa

Therefore, contemplating the scenery while filling up your stomach and thinking of a soft bed after that is such a satisfying thing to do in Hoi An and a perfect way to end a long day of travel.

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Hoi An Night Market - Nguyen Hoang

Hoi An Night MarketNguyen Hoang is one of the night markets in Hoi An that sell souvenirs. It is located opposite the Japanese Covered Bridge with a length of only about 300 - 500 meters but has about 50 souvenir stalls of different sizes. Visitors can “activate” their shopping frenzy with numerous items such as brocade bags, toy figurines, bracelets, clothes, handbags, etc., at a very reasonable price. Most of these products are handmade, with motifs such as conical hats and Ao Dai (the Vietnamese long dress) - representing the unique Vietnamese culture.

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The most famous gifts at this market are beautiful small ceramic items. Most of the products come from Thanh Ha pottery, a village that has more than 500 years of craft. This means the products are incredibly delicate and beautiful.

For those who love enjoying things, Quang Nam recently has officially put into operation many new markets on the streets of Bach Dang, Tran Quy Cap, Tieu La, and Hoang Van Thu. You can also drop by some nearby tailor shops in Hoi An to get some souvernirs.

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Best Time to Visit Hoi An Night Markets

The Hoi An night market opening hours are from 05:00 PM - 11:00 PM. In case you are concerned about the weather and stuff, check out the best time to visit Hoi An too.

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Tips For Visiting Hoi An Night Markets

  • The busiest time of the night market is around 07:00 PM. - 09:00 PM, which is also the time when most entertainment activities take place. 

  • Do a little research on the price of items before buying.

  • If you buy handmade items as gifts, be careful because these products are easily damaged.

  • Take care of your personal belongings.

  • Some stores (lantern stores) charge a check-in fee, so you should ask the owners before taking a picture.

  • Beware of the high heels because it is going to be a long walk.


Hoi An night market is a convergence of many attractive tourist elements, so don't forget to visit these markets if you have arrived in Hoi An. 

Should you have any further questions, feel free to leave a comment below or contact us via email: sm@izitour.com or WhatsApp: +84 382 536 266 for instant assistance.

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Ngoc Tu Dinh
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I'm Ngoc Tu Dinh, a local travel expert from Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam. Exploring Vietnam has been my passion for years, and I've spent 10 years as a tour guide throughout Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. I hope that my understanding of Vietnamese culture, allow me to offer a unique perspective in this blog. Currently, I am based at IZITOUR. If you're planning a trip to Vietnam, I'm here to help you make the most of it! Feel free to leave your comments at the end of the article. Your feedback is important, and I look forward to responding to you.

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