Markets and craft villages in Vietnam

Markets and Crafts of Vietnam

This collection spans Vietnam's artisanal heritage and bustling commerce, from the 15th-century carpentry traditions of Kim Bong to the riverside pottery kilns of Thanh Ha. Northern highlands feature vibrant ethnic markets like Bac Ha and Can Cau, where Hmong and Dao communities trade livestock and intricate textiles. In the Mekong Delta, the Phong Dien floating market preserves water-based trade, while Hoi An’s workshops demonstrate skills in lantern making and embroidery. These sites provide direct access to regional specialties and traditional Vietnamese craftsmanship.

Markets and Crafts of Vietnam — Map

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A

Hoi An Handicraft Workshop

If you are interested in handmade products, embroidery, pottery, lanterns and more, this is a place for you.

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B

Thanh Ha Pottery Village

A piece of history got preserved in this pottery village where you can admire the original work of art of Vietnamese people.

C

Làng mộc Kim Bồng

15th-century village specializing in shipbuilding and decorative furniture. Workshops showcase woodcarving techniques that blend Cham, Japanese, and Chinese architectural influences.

D

DIY Box - Leather & Coffee Workshop

Coffee place and a workshop? If you are into coffee and crafts, this is a place for you.

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E

Con Market

If you wish to experience the local culture and buy some local products, this is a place to be.

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F

Bac Ha Market

The largest ethnic market in Northern Vietnam, held every Sunday. It is a major trading hub for the Flower Hmong people, featuring hand-woven textiles, livestock, and regional specialties like corn wine.

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G

Hoi An Market

A riverside market featuring sections for fresh produce, spices, and silk tailoring. The central food hall serves regional dishes such as Cao Lau and Mi Quang.

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H

Phong Điền Floating Market

An early-morning retail market in the Mekong Delta where vendors sell seasonal fruits and local breakfast dishes from small boats. It offers a more traditional atmosphere than the larger commercial floating markets.

I

Chợ Cán Cấu

A Saturday market near the Chinese border, famous for its large water buffalo trade. It is a primary gathering place for the Flower Hmong and Blue Hmong ethnic groups.

J

Chợ Cốc Ly

A Tuesday market situated along the Chay River. It serves as a remote trading post for the Flower Hmong, Black Zao, and Nung communities to exchange livestock and handmade goods.

K

Lâm Thao

Regional center known for traditional bamboo craftsmanship and specialized wood construction techniques.

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