Top 12 night markets in Ho Chi Minh City to explore

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Night markets in Vietnam are fine places to enjoy the country’s nightlife (Source: Collected)

Besides discovering iconic landmarks, visiting night markets in Ho Chi Minh City should be one of the top activities on your bucket list. From Ben Thanh to Ho Thi Ky, from Hanh Dong Tay to Tan Dinh, these night markets encapsulate Saigon’s vibrant nightlife with a dazzling array of experiences. Get ready to immerse yourself in the bustling energy of these must-see attractions!

1. Ben Thanh – one of the best night markets in Ho Chi Minh City

• Address: Le Loi Street, Ben Thanh Ward, Phu Nhuan District

• Opening hours: 6 AM – 10 PM

Renowned as one of the most popular night markets in Ho Chi Minh City, Ben Thanh Market offers visitors a chance to marvel at its unique French colonial architecture and explore its bustling array of stalls. With nearly 1,450 stalls, the market boasts various offerings, including clothing, accessories, dried specialties, and fruits. A visit to Ben Thanh is a must to enjoy the city’s lively nightlife, where the market bustles with captivating sights, sounds, and aromas.

The vibrant Ben Thanh Market at night (Source: Collected)

2. Ho Thi Ky Night Market in Ho Chi Minh City

• Address: Ho Thi Ky Street, Ward 1, District 10

• Opening hours: All day

Ho Thi Ky Flower Market is the largest flower market in the city. It is also a renowned night market in Vietnam, showcasing an array of fresh and fragrant blooms in various varieties and hues. Ho Thi Ky Market is busiest from midnight to 3 am, when vendors arrive to trade flowers for the market’s upcoming day. Due to its reputation as the primary flower hub, the prices here are quite reasonable, usually falling between VND 2,000 and VND 3,000 per flower.

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3. Hanh Thong Tay Night Market for clothes

• Address: Quang Trung Street, Ward 11, Go Vap District

• Opening hours: 6 PM – midnight

Hanh Thong Tay Market is one of the liveliest night markets in Saigon, providing visitors with a distinctive shopping and dining experience at very affordable prices. The market is segmented into multiple sections, each showcasing a diverse range of products. You can explore various items here, spanning from apparel, accessories, and cosmetics to electronics, toys, and souvenirs. Moreover, this site is also renowned for its vibrant nighttime ambiance, with music and street food for customers.

The colorful scene at Hanh Thong Tay Market (Source: Collected)

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4. Tan Dinh Night Market in Saigon

• Address: Hai Ba Trung Street, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1

• Opening hours: 5 PM – 2 AM

Tan Dinh Night Market is a perfect spot for a fun evening with friends and family, providing a wide selection of affordable products and a vibrant atmosphere. During the day, you will find essential items like dry goods, fabric, clothing, jewelry, and flowers. As evening falls, the market transforms into a food haven, featuring local favorites such as banh mi, pho, seafood, and a variety of snacks and refreshing drinks.

5. Ba Chieu Market – among the busiest night markets in Ho Chi Minh City

• Address: Bach Dang Street, Ward 1, Binh Thanh District

• Opening hours: 5 AM – midnight

Ba Chieu Market is undeniably one of the most vibrant night markets in Saigon, with diverse product categories ranging from clothing, accessories, and souvenirs to traditional Vietnamese crafts. Renowned for its vintage clothing and pre-loved items, the market attracts many young people in search of trendy yet affordable fashion. Here, you can also treat yourself to the city’s diverse culinary delights, including chicken rice, soy milk, and crab noodle soup.

Ba Chieu Night Market is a must-visit night market in Vietnam (Source: Collected)

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6. Minh Phung Night Market

• Address: Minh Phung Street, Ward 6, District 6

• Opening hours: 4 PM – 10:30 PM

As one of the oldest night markets in Saigon, Minh Phung Market is celebrated for its wide array of fresh seafood sourced from neighboring fishing villages and offered at affordable prices. Spanning over 2,412 square meters, the market provides ample space for a comfortable shopping experience. Here, you can also indulge in local delights like banh trang nuong, banh trang tron, pho, hu tieu, ice cream, and sweet soup.

7. Binh Tay Market – a famous night market in Ho Chi Minh City

• Address: Thap Muoi Street, Ward 2, District 6

• Opening hours: 6 PM – midnight

Binh Tay Market, also known as Cho Lon Market, is one of the oldest and largest night markets in Saigon, featuring wholesale goods at unbeatable prices, including food, spices, and textiles. At night, it buzzes with stalls selling clothing, footwear, and electronics, creating a vibrant night atmosphere. Visitors can also savor a variety of local street food specialties like hu tieu, pho, Nam Vang noodle soup, and Quang noodles.

Visit this famous market in Ho Chi Minh City to indulge in delicious treats (Source: Collected)

8. The Student Night Market at Thu Duc University Village

• Address: Thu Duc University Village, Linh Trung Ward, Thu Duc City

• Opening hours: 6 PM – 10 PM

The Student Night Market at Thu Duc University Village is an exciting destination, featuring over 200 stalls managed by local merchants and student entrepreneurs. The market promises a lively atmosphere for visitors seeking a taste of youthful energy during the night. More than a shopping spot, it serves as a vibrant hub where city youths gather to experience their student life. 

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9. Can Thanh Night Market – a new night market in Saigon

• Address: Tran Van Kieu Street, Can Thanh Town, Can Gio District

• Opening hours: 3 PM – 11 PM on Fridays, weekends, and holidays

The bustling Can Thanh Night Market boasts over 100 stalls, showcasing fresh seafood delicacies, renowned specialties, delectable fast food, and refreshing beverages. Visitors can embark on a sensory journey through the stalls that present local treasures such as Can Gio mangoes, bird’s nests, packaged seafood, and handicraft boutiques. The market welcomes travelers to immerse themselves in its lively atmosphere at night.

Can Thanh Night Market – A new Vietnamese night market (Source: Collected)

10. Hoa Binh Night Market

• Address: Bach Van Street, Ward 5, District 5

• Opening hours: All day

Hoa Binh Night Market is an enduring icon among the night markets in Vietnam. As dusk settles, the market comes alive with bustling commerce. Amidst the kaleidoscope of stalls, tourists can discover various goods such as clothing, accessories, jewelry, footwear, and more, each offering diversity in styles, quality, and prices. Beyond the myriad of goods lies an equally enticing culinary journey, where the aromas of crab noodle soup and sizzling grilled rice paper beckon to adventurous palates.

11. An Suong Night Market

• Address: An Suong Residential Area, Tan Hung Thuan Ward, District 12

• Opening hours: 5 PM – 10 PM

An Suong Night Market is a lively hub of activity that comes to life as the sun sets. Nestled in the bustling District 12, this vibrant market offers a diverse array of goods and culinary delights. From fresh produce to clothing, accessories, and local specialties, visitors will find many stalls offering an eclectic mix of items. As the night deepens, the market becomes a bustling scene of bargaining and exploration, with the aroma of street food tantalizing the senses. 

An Suong Night Market immerses visitors in the vibrant energy of Saigon’s nightlife (Source: Collected)

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12. Man Thien Night Market – a lesser-known night market in Saigon

• Address: Man Thien Street, Ward Tan Phu, District 9

• Opening hours: 2 PM – 10 PM

Man Thien Night Market boasts a fairly large area with over 50 stalls neatly arranged. Like other beloved night markets in Vietnam, it offers a diverse range of items, primarily clothing, accessories, and footwear. Keeping pace with the latest trends, the vendors swiftly update their offerings to cater to diverse tastes. The prices suit all budgets, appealing mainly to workers and students. At the market entrance, an enticing food court awaits, perfect for indulging after a satisfying shopping spree.

*The information in this guide is for reference purposes only and may be subject to change over time.

These night markets in Ho Chi Minh City are havens for food enthusiasts and avid shoppers alike, offering a plethora of mouth-watering dishes and enticing products. If Saigon is on your travel agenda, make sure to add these vibrant markets to your itinerary. With their endless array of delights, they promise an experience that will linger in your memory long after you have left the city.

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