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Old Quarter

The guide was updated: 2023-02-03

Shopaholics should start off in the Old Quarter where the winding cobbled streets are teemed with shops and stores catering to every conceivable desire, from fine silk shirts to exotic sugared fruits.

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Address: Old Quarter, Hanoi

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Old Quarter

Old Quarter

Shopaholics should start off in the Old Quarter where the winding cobbled streets are teemed with shops and stores catering to every conceivable desire, from fine silk shirts to exotic sugared fruits.

Hang Gai

Hang Gai

Clothes lovers should stroll along to upscale Hang Gai which is one of the longer streets in Hanoi. Many of the stores here are focusing on silk and silk products but be aware the quality of products can be very different from store to store. Silver and souvenirs are other products that draw tourists to this popular street.

Craft-Link

Craft-Link

Located right next to Van Mieu (Temple of literature), Craft-Link is a fair trade organisation who helps traditional craft producers. So if you are looking for sustainable and handmade products such as scarfs and cloths made of soft cotton or silk or other stunning items that would make perfect as gifts, then head over to this authentic Vietnamese shop.

Trang Tien Street

Trang Tien Street

If you’re in need of a good book, set off for Trang Tien Street at the lower end of Ho Hoan Kiem, where a profusion of book stores sell everything from guidebooks to Shakespeare’s sonnets.

Hang Bac street

Hang Bac street

A street known for its shops selling jewelries, Hang Bac street is a very busy and lively street, packed with restaurants, bars, people and motorcycles. Beside silver, Hang Bac street is also a good place to pick up other souvenirs such as Hanoi T-shirts, DVDs, CDs, posters and other items.

Hoan Kiem District

Hoan Kiem District

Hoan Kiem is truly one of the most popular areas in Hanoi and attracts a huge number of travellers every day, and the result are, numerous souvenir and present shops are popping up in area. When the sun goes down, tourists and locals are gathered at the popular shopping streets like Hang Ngang and Hang Dao to do some late-night shopping.

Night Market

Night Market

A very busy and popular market among tourists and locals, Hanoi nigh market is 3 km long, starting from Hang Dao street in the heart of the old quarter. Most of the stalls sells similar items such as postcards, handicrafts, accessories and other souvenirs, but the main attraction is the endless rows of food vendors serving exotic Vietnamese street food. Make sure you bargain for lower prices when shopping here.

Quang Ba Flower Market

Quang Ba Flower Market

Even if you are not planning to buy any flowers, Quang Ba Flower Market is an experience that should not be missed, especially if you are a flower enthusiast. Stroll around at this vibrant market and enjoy the beautiful sight of fresh and colourful flowers from all across Vietnam.

Trang Tien Plaza

Trang Tien Plaza

Spread over five floors with international designer goods, Trang Tien Plaza is a high-end shopping mall located southern end of hoan Kien lake. Leading fashion brands such as Burberry, Calvin Klein, Cartier, Dior, GAP, Ralph Lauren and Louis Vuitton can be found in the ground floor, whereas the second floor features electronics and home furnishings. When feeling hungry, head over to the fifth floor, where you can dine at any of the international restaurants located here.

Nha Tho Street

Nha Tho Street

Nha Tho street runs right up to the entrance of St. Joseph's Cathedral and is jammed with small fashion stores as well as superb restaurants. Even though it is a small street, it is very popular among the middleclass foreign expats. When the evening falls the restaurants and bars attracts in hungry and thirsty tourists, creating a more of a laid-back vibe in the area.

Savico Megamall

Savico Megamall

One of the largest shopping malls in Vietnam can be found in Hanoi and it is called Savico Megamall. Here you will find a great mix of local and international brands as well as dining outlets, beauty services and even an ice-skating rink and a game centre. Familiar shops like Adidas, Giovanni, Lego, Nike, Triumph, Chloe Wear are all located here.

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