Old Quarter ReviewDong Xuan and the North Gate
The north of the Old Quarter still works for a living. Dong Xuan Market, the largest covered market in Hanoi, feeds the whole quarter with wholesale cloth, dry goods and food. Around it, mat sellers, bean traders and paper shops keep the old guild pattern alive, and a short walk east stands O Quan Chuong, the last surviving gate of the old citadel. Visit in the morning, when the market is at full speed.
The closest street in this area is about 16 minutes on foot from Hoan Kiem Lake.
An illustration of this area, drawn for this channel. Filmed stories arrive with the first season.
The streets of this area
Numbered in walking order. Tap a street for its full story.
Hanoi's largest indoor market, three floors of wholesale and retail since the French era.
2Bean tradingHàng ĐậuA northern street of bean and dry goods traders beneath the Long Bien bridge approach.
3Paper goodsHàng GiấyPaper sellers serving the market area, from votive paper to packaging.
4Sweet potatoes and market produceHàng KhoaiA market edge street of produce stalls and small eateries by Dong Xuan.
5Woven matsHàng ChiếuThe mat sellers' street, a short walk from the old East Gate of the citadel.
6Market bridge streetCầu ĐôngA busy trading street feeding into Dong Xuan Market from the east.
Walk this area with a local
Our private walks are designed street by street. Tell us your date and your group size, and the licensed team at Bao Son Travel will reply with a plan and a written price. A licensed guide leads your day.
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