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A quick guide to Quang Ba Flower Market: Hanoi Tours

Brief introduction of Quang Ba Flower Market

Quang Ba night Flower Market

Quang Ba night Flower Market

For the people of Hanoi, the flower market has long been indispensable. This place is not only for business and commercial activities but also to preserve the beauty of long-term traditions.

Quang Ba Flower Market is located at 236 Au Co Street, Quang An, Nghi Tam, in Tay Ho District. It is the largest wholesale flower market in the capital, and most of Hanoi's fresh flowers are sourced from Quang Ba Flower Market. That is why many tourists choose Quang Ba to admire the peaceful beauty of the capital at night. 

Quang Ba Night Market starts from 11 a.m. to 6 a.m. the next morning. On holidays, people gather early at the market to meet their needs. During the Lunar New Year, the Quang Ba Flower Marketis crowded from the full moon of December to the afternoon of 30 Tet, selling goods day and night.

How to get to Quang Ba Night Flower Market?

It is the most convenient way to get to Quang Ba Flower Market because there are many modes of transportation to choose from.

If you are traveling by motorbike, you will need to find a parking space near the market. However, ask for the price in advance and bring valuable personal belongings with you to limit the risk. And if the move to the market is inconvenient for you, you can also use ride-sharing apps.

You can also travel by public bus. Some bus routes pass through routes 31, 55A, 41, 55B, and 58.

What is the most interesting thing about exploring Quang Ba Flower Market?

Visiting the flower market at night, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of incense and flowers, which is very unforgettable.

Countless flowers are blooming

Flowers of Quang Ba Flower Market

Flowers of Quang Ba Flower Market

Quang Ba Flower Market is like a flower exhibition with all kinds of flowers, from familiar leaves to new ones. These include roses, gladioli, gerbils, saffron chamomile, monkfish, dendrobium orchids, or other imported flowers such as willow, tulips,…

These flowers originate from famous flower villages in big cities such as Dalat, Vinh Phuc, and Hanoi … Each flower is carefully cared for, hurriedly showing off its figure and attracting the attention of visitors every time they visit.

Challenge yourself to countless angles

When night falls, the colorful flower booths at Quang Ba Flower Market become an awe-inspiring backdrop for your virtual friends. So take a photo of the booths to take home, and if you want to choose the most colorful flowers, take a walk around the Market Wheel. Also, do not forget to ask permission from the owner for registration, and do not interfere with the business. 

Visit the Quang Ba Flower Market on Lunar New Year Day

Referring to holidays, Quang Ba Flower Market is always full of people. After that, the market is open all day and sells typical flowers for visitors to Tet such as apricots, peach blossoms, apricots, plum blossoms, and apricot snow,… Therefore, people can go to the market to buy flowers, and paintings of masters to preserve the photos, and to preserve the joyful and lively atmosphere of the capital New Year.

Discover the most beautiful Hanoi at night

Quang Ba Flower Market is also a great place to feel the hustle and bustle of the capital at night. At night, the market is crowded, many traders go back and forth everywhere, and many tourists come to experience the pace of life here. Most of the sellers in the marketplace are small businesses and flower lovers. In every part of light and shadow, Hanoi's night scene becomes more unique and impressive than ever.

Share some experiences during the visit to Quang Ba Flower Market

Colorful flowers

Colorful flowers

To feel the beauty and hustle and bustle of Quang Ba night Flower Market, you need to be there around 3 or 4 am. Here are some of our actions on the wisest path to market:

From 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.: Go to church for lemon tea and wind chase with friends.

0:00 am to 2:30 am: Explore the streets of Old Quarter midnight restaurants.

From 2:30 pm to 4 pm: Ride the wind to reach Long Bien Bridge and take photos.

From 4 to 5:30 pm: Gather at Quang Ba Flower Market

5:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.: Watch the sunrise on the shores of West Lake.

Recommended hotels near Quang Ba Flower Market

Most people visiting Hanoi will spend a few days enjoying both the food and scenery. Therefore, choosing a comfortable and quality hotel is really important.  Here are some hotels in Hanoi that visitors can choose from

FTE Ba Dinh Hotel

FTE Ba Dinh Hotel

FTE Ba Dinh Hotel

Address: 268 Buoi Street, Vinh Phuc District, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi

Price: from 1.200.000 VND/room/night (about $47.15)

FTE Ba Dinh Hotel is a standard 4-star hotel with 5 classes of seats and high-quality decoration. Surely this will be a place to stay and a resort that gives visitors the most comprehensive feeling every time they visit Hanoi and Quang Ba flower markets. 

The main feature of this hotel is the view from the rooms. You can zoom in to admire the romantic West Lake or immerse yourself in the luxurious bathroom system. In addition, the compact kitchen area is filled with European-standard electrical appliances and many other special services.

Hanoi Hotel

Hanoi Hotel

Hanoi Hotel

Address: D8 Giang Vo, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi Capital

Price: from 1,685,000 VND/room/night (about $66.21)

Hanoi Ba Dinh Hotel is the first international hotel built in Hanoi and has a very convenient location. From here, in addition to the Quang Ba flower market, you can also visit famous places such as the Temple of Literature, and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, …

Hanoi Hotel impresses visitors at first sight with its soft pink color and extraordinary height on the shore of Giang Vaux Lake. Once inside, you will feel a sense of sophistication, comfort, and intimacy emanating from the gentle yellow light.

In addition, the hotel system is equipped with modern facilities that allow guests to choose from a variety of room types and provide the most comfortable relaxation areas. From each window, you will have more opportunities to see the ancient landscapes of the capital.

Melia Hanoi Hotel

Melia Hotel

Melia Hotel

Address: 44B Ly Thuong Kiet, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi City

Price: from 3,300,000 VND/room/night (about $129.67)

Located at the intersection of many major roads, the Melia Hanoi Hotel is the first choice of many domestic and foreign tourists. From here, you can easily visit other popular entertainment venues. 

The first impression of visitors to Melia is countless pictures of the hotel, which has hosted heads of state of many countries. In addition, from Meliá you can admire the beautiful and charming street scenery from the 20th floor.

Therefore, in the above article, we have brought you the latest and most useful information about the Quang Ba flower market. If you want to explore the location of Hanoi, follow our website.

What should I pay attention to when visiting Quang Ba night flower market?

Selling flowers

Selling flowers

The market is held at night, so you should bring a flashlight to observe the stalls and easily move between them.

The best time to visit the Guild Advertising Market is from 2 a.m. to 3 a.m., this is when all stalls are open and there are many options for Taku's Mr/Grandmother.

The price of flowers in the market is very reasonable, and the stall owners are also very accommodating. However, be sure to choose flowers carefully so as not to buy dying or low-quality flowers.

Quang Ba Flower Market is open at night, so visitors must follow safety rules and protect their personal belongings to avoid unwanted risks.

Conclusion

Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam, is renowned for its vibrant street life and rich cultural heritage. One of the highlights of Hanoi is its street food scene, particularly the Pho. Pho, a traditional Vietnamese noodle soup, is a must-try when visiting Hanoi. The city’s street markets offer a plethora of fresh fruits and vegetables, making it an ideal place for tourists to experience authentic Vietnamese cuisine. The use of English in Hanoi has become increasingly prevalent, especially in tourist areas, making it easier for international visitors to communicate and explore the city. Therefore, speaking English is beneficial when visiting Hanoi, as it enhances communication and understanding of the local culture.

Quang Ba Flower Market in Hanoi is a must-see for foreign tourists. This flower market is located on the banks of the Red River and is open all night from about 11 pm until the next morning. Upon entering the market, visitors are attracted by the vibrant colors of thousands of colors and types of flowers. Talkative laughter and floral scents make the space very special and charming. Florists are always friendly and ready to give flowers with a warm smile. Especially during the Lunar New Year, the flower market is more vibrant than ever with typical spring flowers of Vietnam. Quang Ba Flower Market is not only a place of trade, but also a unique culture that gives visitors unforgettable experiences about the life and people of Hanoi.

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Tours Itinerary

Day 01

HANOI ARRIVAL – GREETING – HANOI CITY TOUR– Private Tour (L)

  • Good morning, pick you up at Noi Bai International
  • Airport and transfer to Hanoi Capital city.
  • Check-in the hotel then have lunch at the restaurant.
  • Afternoon sightseeing tour begins with a visit to President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum ( closed on Monday and Friday, every afternoon, and whole from 15 June – 15 August, view the outside the building). Inside the mausoleum, there are sightseeing of the Presidential Palace (view from outside), President’s Fishpond, House On Stilts, and One Pillar Pagoda.
  • Next, we will pay a visit to the Temple of Literature. It is where Confucius – The founder of Confucianism was worshiped. This place as known as the first National University of Vietnam. It is where kings, mandarins, talented people of Vietnam training to the functionary.
  • Our tour continues with an exciting visit. We will visit one of the most beautiful lakes in Hanoi is Hoan Kiem Lake. Then, we will go to the Ngoc Son Temple, which is in the middle of Hoan Kiem Lake.
  • Continue a short walking tour around the old quarter with a tour guide.

Day Inclusions: Private A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide in Hanoi, lunch, entrance fee, hotel in Hanoi

Day 02

HANOI – NINH BINH (TAM COC, HOA LU) TOUR (B/L)

  • Good morning, have breakfast at the hotel.
  • 7.30 – 8.00 AM: Pick you up at your hotel in the Old Quarter and transfer to Tam Coc.
  • 8.00 – 10.00 AM: After two hours of transferring, our tour guide will introduce you to Vietnam as the history, culture, lifestyle of local people. On the conical hat, we will have a mini-game show to teach you how to say and write some Vietnamese simple words such as Xin Chào, Tạm Biệt, Tôi yêu Ninh Bình, etc. We will give you a little souvenir and you can wear it during the trip.
  • 10 AM: We will prepare for a boat trip to visit the beautiful Tam Coc. It takes 1.30 hours rowing along the Ngo Dong river through the three mysterious caves. You can enjoy spectacular scenery surrounded by rice paddies and towering limestone mountain peaks.
  • 11.30 AM: We will get on Thanh pier for a short walk to visit Thai Vi Temple, which is one of the well-known temples in Ninh Binh, Vietnam. We will continue 10 minutes walking along majestic valley with rice fields, rivers and lotus ponds for Tam Coc Nature Lodge where we will relaxing
  • Enjoy your lunch in here – Vietnamese food.
  • 1.30 PM: you have a chance to be a fisherman and learn how to catch the fish in the pond or river.
  • 2:00 – 3:00 PM: We ride a bike to Thung Nang, along the river among the rice field, lotus ponds, and limestone Mountains. We will continue to through a peaceful Dan Khe Trong village. This area is a real picture of the rural countryside in the north of Vietnam.
  • 15: 00: Return the van, drive to visit Hoa Lu Ancient citadel which was built in the 10th century, and the temple dedicated to King Dinh and King Le
  • 4:00 PM: Back to Hanoi Capital.
  • 18:30: Arrive in Hanoi & we will drop you at your hotel in the Old Quarter.
  • Have dinner is available on your request.
  • Overnight at the Hanoi Hotel.

Day Inclusions: Car/Mini-Van, Outstanding English speaking guide, Lunch – Vietnamese Cuisine at Tam Coc Nature Eco Lodge, All sightseeing tickets, Good bike with gears, 02 bottles of Mineral water, Services charges and government tax, Rowing boat to visit Tam Coc, One conical hat as souvenir, Demonstration of teaching to learn how to write, speak Vietnamese, and catch fish

Day 03

HANOI – HALONG CRUISE (B/L/D)

  • Good morning! Enjoy your with have breakfast at your hotel, then check-out the hotel.
  • 07:30 am – 08:00: Pick up from your hotel to travel to Halong Bay (notice: pickup time can be a bit flexible depending on each different Cruise, distance Hanoi – Halong bay is 160km, a stop for break time on halfway for a refreshment).
  • You enjoy the drive and sightseeing the peaceful countryside scenery during the bus trip (4 hours), we arrive at the Ha Long bay seaport at around noontime.
  • 12h 30: You will aboard the cruise, check-in & enjoy a welcome drink while your cabin will be assigned.
  • Check-in your cabin and put your luggage in, relax and may do a short inspection tour by moving around the cruise to discover about the cruise’s architecture & design
  • Enjoy the sumptuous lunch with fresh seafood meal while cruise slowly gliding out into the Halong bay.
  • 15h00 – 16h00: Explore the amazing Sung Sot Cave – the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay.
  • 16h00 – 17h00: Cruising to Titop Island. Go swimming and relaxing at the beach of Titop or climb up to the top of the island for a view panorama of Halong Bay.
  • 17h00 – 17h30: Return to the boat, enjoying beautiful seascape on the way.
  • 17h30 – 19h00: Enjoy Sunset Party on the sundeck and admire the best moments of the day when the sun starts to set.

Day Inclusions: Hotel breakfast, shuttle bus A/C transfer, English speaking tour guide on CRUISE only, entrance fee, full board, joint Cruise in Halong bay with private cabin (2 persons share 1 cabin)

Day 04

HALONG BAY – HANOI (B/L)

  • Start your day with Tai Chi exercises or a photo hunt.
  • 07h00 – 07h30 Have breakfast on board and enjoy the peaceful morning of Halong Bay.
  • 08h30 – 09h30 Kayak among the hidden areas of the bay, around the Drum Cave.
  • 09h45 Return to the boat. Freshen up and check out of your cabin.
  • 10h00 – 10h30 Continue your cruise exploring the Bay, passing Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more.
  • 10h30 – 11h30 while heading back to the harbor, watch the fruit carving demonstration and participate in the Cooking Class before enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch.
  • 11h45 – 12h00 Disembark V’Spirit Classic.
  • 12h15 – 12h30 Transfer back to Hanoi.
  • About 16:00 – Arrival back to Hanoi central city, recheck in the hotel
  • Dinner is available on your request.
  • Free time & Overnight in Hanoi city

Day 05

HANOI CITY CENTER TO NOI BAI AIRPORT – DEPARTURE (B)

  • Good morning, enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Then, you have some free time to explore Hanoi city before going to Noi Bai airport for your scheduled flight.
  • The end of the tour, thank you and see you again!

What's included in this trip :

  • A/C accommodation with DOUBLE or TWIN ROOM (2 persons share 1 room; single room can be available on request) with daily breakfast
  • A/C transfer from Airports to the hotel and other tourist destinations according to the itinerary
  • Bus round trip to Hanoi – Ha Long Bay; (private land transfer available on request)
  • 2 days 1 night on Joint Cruise trip in Ha Long Bay, with DOUBLE or TWIN (2 persons share 1 cabin; single cabin can be available on request), full meals on board
  • Kayaking in Ha Long Bay
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary. (Breakfast = 04; Lunch = 04; Dinner = 01)
  • English- speaking guides as specified (Chinese/ Malaysian speaking guide can be available on request)
  • Entrance fees
  • Mineral water (2 bottles/ per day with sightseeing tour)
What's excluded in this trip:
  • All international and domestic flights
  • Specified as Chinese/ Malaysian/ Indonesian/Thai speaking guide can be available on request to pay for extra-fee.
  • Travel Insurance
  • Airport taxes
  • All meals not mentioned
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, crew members in Ha Long Bay, other attendants if may have (3 USD/pax/day)
  • Other personal expenses not mentioned.

3 STAR HOTELS & CRUISES IN VIETNAM  SELECTED

 

Destination

Room Type

HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE

Hanoi 3-star Hotels

Adamas Deluxe City 

ADAMAS HANOI HOTEL
Refer: http://swancruiseshalong.com/

3-star Halong  Bay Cruises

Swan Cruise Deluxe

SWAN CRUISE HALONG BAY

Refer: http://swancruiseshalong.com/


4 STAR HOTELS & CRUISE IN VIETNAM SELECTED

 

Destination

Room Type

HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE

  Hanoi  4-star Hotels

The light deluxe with window

THE LIGHT HOTEL HANOI

Refer: thelighthotelhanoi.com/en/

4-star Halong Bay Cruises

Sealife Suite Canbin

HUONG HAI SEALIFE CRUISE HALONG BAY

Refer: www.sealifegroup.com

5 STAR HOTELS & CRUISE IN VIETNAM SELECTED

 

Destination

Hotel Category

HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE

  Hanoi 5-star hotels

Deluxe Sketch Apricot Hotel

 APRICOT HOTEL HANOI

Refer: apricothotels.com/room/sketch

5-star Halong bay Cruises

Deluxe Room with Ocean View Margaret

MARGARET CRUISE HALONG BAY

Refer: https://margaretcruises.com

 

The hotels and cruise are subject to change to similar category in case of fully booked

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We started our holiday in the north (Sapa)of Vietnam and travelled down to HCMC.
The tour was fantastic, Tommy's arrangements were to the"T".
I will always use them if I have to visit the area again and recommend them to one and all.
Thank you once again Mr.Tommy and the Impress Team.
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Great value for money with 4 stars hotel

Great value for money with 4 stars hotel accommodation for 4 couples. The tour guide has been very helpful and brought us to amazing places in Sapa. We want to thanks Thuy the tour guide and especially Mark from Impress Travel for his great service and assurance throughout our trip. We’ll definitely use his service for other tour packages in other parts of Vietnam.

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We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel

This is the second time we travel to Vietnam with IMPRESS Travel. First time, we booked our holiday to Hanoi, Halong Bay & Sapa during Dec 2018 with Impress.
Second time, we travel to Hoi An, Hue & Danang (Central Vietnam) during Jan 2019.

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