Description
Cho Hom Market is among Hanoi’s most popular markets. It is a heaven for aficionados of fabric and apparel. In addition, Cho Hom is an excellent location to sample the delicious local cuisine.
This is Hanoi’s second-largest market. Cho Hom dates back to the early 19th century, when Hang Bai Street was a marketplace for the sale of poultry. In 1921, the structure was dismantled and rebuilt on Hue Street. Since then, the market has expanded and provided a greater variety of goods, mostly including poultry, vegetables, meat, etc. Cho Hom is currently the largest marketplace for cloth in Hanoi. In addition, guests can purchase more products such as apparel, luggage, and footwear.
There are five gates surrounding the market, all of which include delicious food and fruits. When you visit Cho Hom market, you may quickly find the stalls you want because they are organized logically. There are two main floors, the first of which sells fabric, clothing, and a variety of accessories, while the second serves vegetables, fruit, snacks, and numerous Vietnamese specialties including Bun, Pho, and Che…
Cho Hom market, renowned as one of the world’s largest fabric distribution centers, is a great site for buyers to find clothing and bedding fabrics of varying designs, colors, materials, and quality. In addition to fabric, consumers can select ready-made things such as clothing, purses, and shoes at varying rates.
All the merchandise at the Cho Hom market originates from China, and you should be prepared to haggle because the prices listed by the vendors are two or three times the actual cost. Therefore, when visiting the Hom market for the first time, you should invite friends who are familiar with the market or who have been here multiple times.
How to get to Hom Market
There are several ways to reach the Hom market; the following options are available:
- Walking: When your lodging is close to the market, you may go shopping on foot without having to worry about rush-hour traffic.
- Bike or motorbike: There is a parking lot within the market, however you should consider the extremely expensive cost. 5.000 VND for bike and 10.000 VND for motorcycle
- Taxi is a good option if you value promptness and convenience.
- Bus: You can catch some buses such as 30,31,29.
Working Hours
- Monday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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