I have never experienced such an awesome & interesting place in my life. This was my first time seeing a puppet show that too underwater puppet show. The show is in Vietnamese but you will understand everything they are showing via puppets. You can also buy additional audio language packs if you like. I wanted front row seats so I emailed them before & asked them to Book for me. I paid 200,000 VND for 1 front row seat. This place is must for people from all ages & kids would love it. This place has not ♿️ accessible parking but entrance is ♿️ accessible.

Great show incorporating stories of mythical creatures and the rural life of farmers. I got a ticket a few days in advance so I could sit in the middle of the front row which is really worth it as it is quite permissable to take video and photos; therefore no interference with my view. You can get an audio set (50k) available in a variety of languages to provide translation for some of the commentary. However I don't think this is strictly necessary for the enjoyment of the show which is very visual. Each performance lasts 50 mins giving 10 mins for change over between each performance which starts on the hour.

This water puppet show surpassed my expectations with its fantastic music, well-arranged story, and impressive puppet displays. The theater seats were comfortable, and its convenient location right in front of Hoan Kiem Lake added to the overall experience. I highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance, as they tend to sell out quickly.

I really enjoyed the 50 minute show. I would recommend sitting either right at the front or right at the back for the best views. We got tickets for the 3pm showing without any trouble. There wasn't a queue to get in but was quite busy once every one was seated. My youngest son and I moved seats to the back when someone tall sat in front of him. We hired 2 of the audio description headsets for 50k each. We could've just shared 1 between the 4 of us and just taken it in turn to listen though. Be warned people have their phones out taking video and photos and will hold them up sometimes blocking your view.

The water puppet show was amazing and unique. This show depicts the story of Vietnam in the form of puppets. The language of this show was in Vietnami which was difficult to understand but the overall experience was very good. The theatre was almost full even in the time of restricted travel but they are taking care of safe distance. The host of this show were very nice

Do not miss it ! A show that is excellent from start to finish! Go a few minutes early to be on time as the show starts at the exact time listed. At the moment they only have shows on weekends

It's worth a try when you're in Hanoi. 50 mins to know more about Vietnamese culture through its traditional live music with 17 short stories. Foreigners don't forget to take along audio translator (free) and flier to figure out what the stories are about. Tickets prices are 100k-150k-200k/person. Kids would love it!!!

(Translated by Google) Vietnam Puppet Theater - The largest puppet art center in the country with the function of preserving and developing traditional theater arts. With a history of formation and development over 60 years of construction and maturity, a place where researchers, authors, directors, visualizers, art dancers and puppeteers gather Vietnam's top with 5 People's Artists, 25 Outstanding Artists and many excellent young talented artists. Currently, the Theater has three performance stages: 1 stage for shallow puppet performance and 2 stages for performing water puppetry (1 stage in the theater and a Thuy Dinh). Besides, there is a mobile puppet show ready to meet domestic and foreign gigs. The Theater's art program is always renewed, adapting to the pace of social development. In recent years, the Theater has successfully tested a number of plays in a new form combining traditional and modern, between water puppetry and water puppetry, in order to renew and be more attractive than traditional water puppetry. Many works of Country Soul, Andecxen Tales, The Mysterious Dream of Teu and Kangoroo, White Space, Love Story of Da Trach ... have brought a new face to traditional water puppetry. Many puppet shows and programs with new and interesting experiments have resonated, winning many high awards in domestic and international festivals: Global Story, Thang Long Soul, Duck the ugly child, the baby moon, The hometown rhythm, Aladanh and the magic lamp, The hometown rhythm, Ton Wukong beating Bach Cot Tinh, Xuyun feigning fools, The witch afraid of ghosts ... (Original) Nhà hát múa rối Việt Nam - Trung tâm nghệ thuật múa rối lớn nhất của cả nước với chức năng bảo tồn và phát triển nghệ thuật sân khấu truyền thống. Với bề dày lịch sử hình thành và phát triển hơn 60 năm xây dựng và trưởng thành, nơi hội tụ những nhà nghiên cứu, tác giả, đạo diễn, hoạ sỹ tạo hình, trang trí mỹ thuật và nghệ sỹ biểu diễn múa rối hàng đầu của Việt Nam với 5 Nghệ sỹ nhân dân, 25 Nghệ sỹ Ưu tú và nhiều tài năng nghệ sỹ trẻ xuất sắc. Hiện tại Nhà hát có ba sân khấu biểu diễn: 1 sân khấu biểu diễn rối cạn và 2 sân khấu biểu diễn múa rối nước (1 sân khấu trong rạp và một Thủy đình). Bên cạnh đó là sân khấu múa rối lưu động sẵn sàng đáp ứng các hợp đồng biểu diễn trong và ngoài nước. Chương trình nghệ thuật của Nhà hát luôn được đổi mới, thích ứng với nhịp độ phát triển của xã hội. Những năm gần đây, Nhà hát đã thử nghiệm thành công một số vở diễn theo hình thức mới kết hợp giữa truyền thống và hiện đại, giữa rối nước và rối cạn, nhằm làm mới hơn, hấp dẫn hơn múa rối nước truyền thống. Nhiều tác phẩm Hồn quê, Truyện cổ Andecxen, Giấc mơ bí ẩn của Tễu và Kangoroo, Không gian trắng, Chuyện tình Dạ Trạch… đã mang đến một diện mạo mới cho múa rối nước truyền thống. Nhiều vở diễn, chương trình rối cạn với những thử nghiệm đầy mới lạ, hấp dẫn đã gây được tiếng vang, giành nhiều giải thưởng cao trong các kỳ liên hoan trong nước và Quốc tế: Chuyện tò he, Hồn khí Thăng Long, Vịt con xấu xí, Trăng trẻ thơ, Nhịp điệu quê hương, Aladanh và cây đèn thần, Nhịp điệu quê hương, Tôn Ngộ Không đánh Bạch Cốt Tinh, Xúy Vân giả dại, Phù thủy sợ ma…

Was here for 2 nights and had an amazing authentic experience. Vanny helped me with everything that I needed and got the best prices. Also family dinner and lunch is delicious. Clean dorm and for a great price. Highly recommend for anyone stopping over in Lang son

Great way to spend an hour in Hanoi out of the heat. We know zero Vietnamese but still enjoyed it. Recognised the sword in the lake folk law bit (spoilers!). Definitely worth the extra cost (200k) to sit up the front. English translation is available but we didn't get that. Currently very restricted show times (3 per week instead of 3 per day) due to covid downturn.

It's a unique place, the small house with a waterpool and a classic oriental palace as a stage, and two platforms where musicians accompany the performance. The musicians are a gem crew themselves, with wonderful local music instruments. The show is comprised of everyday local life scenes that change one another, from planting rice to the Emperor visit. The legend of the Returned Sword on the lake opposite the theater is also played here. All the scenes prove the circle of Life is most important in Orient life. Another point is that this ancient art is carried through centuries and they keep it alive every day till today 365 days a year.

I went there 16:10 in Sunday and the hall was almost full.I reserved the sheet at the ticket office next to the entrance at around 14:00. The show last an hour. Various language translations available. I took one for Japanese, but it didn’t explain the stories in detail. It was more like explaining main idea of each scene , because scene changes often. I rather enjoyed the movements and the music which were played all the way from the start to the end. I love the atmosphere and vibes of the venue and watching this famous puppets show is worth going at least once.

Very interesting place and show. I rented a translator ear peice which I found helpful. The musicians are amazing with the old school instruments they played, truly a dying art. See it live while it still is available. As a Canadian tourist married to a Vietnamese, we both enjoyed it well worth your time and little money.

This show was spectacular! I've been to many performance all over the world and this was the first time I've ever seen a water pupper show. So unique and a cultural treasure! The show is in Vietnamese but I rented a headphone set for 50.000 that translated the general background information of what was happening. The singing and music are beautiful and it's very lively and fun to watch. For only 200.000 (front row seat price) I'm planning on going again! A must do in Hanoi!!

It was amazing show. Lots of humor and everyone involved in the show are so talented. If you visit Hanoi dont miss this show. I wanna take a lot of pics and videos but my phone memory is already full😔

My visit to the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre in Hanoi during February was truly a delightful experience. This traditional art form, unique to Vietnam, left me mesmerized and enchanted. The theater itself is easy to locate and has a cozy and intimate ambiance. As the show began, I was transported into a world of enchantment and wonder. The skillful puppeteers, hidden behind a screen, brought the puppets to life with grace and precision. The performance was a vibrant display of storytelling, accompanied by traditional music and colorful costumes. The puppets glided effortlessly across the water stage, telling tales of Vietnamese folklore and history. The synchronization of the movements and the puppeteers' coordination was simply remarkable. The show was both entertaining and educational, allowing me to gain insight into Vietnam's cultural heritage. From traditional dances to scenes depicting rural life, the performance was a true reflecting of the country's rich traditions. What impressed me most was the humor and interaction between the puppets and the audience. Laughter filled the theater as the puppeteers engaged with the crowd, making the experience truly immersive and enjoyable for everyone. A really unique and unforgettable experience!

The Water Puppet Theatre is indeed a popular attraction, especially among foreign tourists. Located near Sword Lake, it offers a unique cultural experience with its traditional Vietnamese water puppet shows. During my visit, I admired the exterior of the theatre and observed the bustling crowds of tourists, but I did not attend a performance. Nonetheless, its proximity to Sword Lake adds to its charm, making it convenient for tourists to explore other nearby attractions as well. While I cannot comment on the performances themselves, the theatre's reputation and the lively atmosphere suggest that it offers an engaging glimpse into Vietnamese culture through its traditional art form.

This theatre and water puppet show is extraordinary. The set design and puppets are beautiful, the choreography is exceptional and the music is phenomenal. We thoroughly enjoyed the performance and the whole experience. I was skeptical entering the theatre but amazed, smiling and impressed when I left. It deserves the top rating it gets. What delightful fun and unique cultural experience.

Absolutely lovely. The dorms are really nice and the host is like a caring grandmother. They went out to get us food after we arrived very late. Really good !

This is definitely a MUST stop place if you pass through Lạng Sơn city. It’s surely the best homestay I’ve been during my whole trip in Vietnam; clean, beautiful atmosphere and environment. It’s a brand new homestay and the couple who is running it is doing a wonderful and excellent job. They are absolutely the friendliest persons you would ever find on your way and they would help you as much as they could. I got sick during my stay there and they helped me with everything, from getting medicines to taking care of me. After that along the way up I had an accident, yes I’m not the luckiest traveller ever, and Vanny, one of the owner, helped me at the hospital with translations and everything even if I wasn’t staying there anymore, arranging me the accommodation for the night as well. I can definitely say that here you will find friends. It would be also a good way to get in touch with locals and get used to their habits and traditions. Thanks again, I can’t give you more than 5 stars otherwise I would certainly do it!

(Translated by Google) The room is clean, the owner is friendly.Decor is rich with intentions, so everything feels fit, lovely and peaceful. The point of improvement is the need to change the larger type to match the area and density of guests in the room (especially the large groups), and the larger signage for easy observation. (Original) Phòng ốc sạch sẽ,chủ nhà thân thiện.Decor giàu dụng ý nên mọi thứ có cảm giác vừa vặn,xinh xắn và bình yên.Có sẵn nước uống,góc bếp sinh hoạt chung cũng như đồ tắm gội khá đảm bảo. Điểm mong được cải thiện là điều hoà cần thay loại to hơn cho tương xứng với diện tích và mật độ khách trong phòng(nhất là các đoàn đông),và biển chỉ dẫn to hơn cho dễ quan sát.

Lovely little theatre. Went to see the famous water puppet show here, which was very good for the price - only £14 for 4 of us. The only minor gripes were that the seats were quite cramped, definitely not built for 6ft plus, and the amount of people who came in well after show had started. The show times are well advertised, and you would know this when you buy a ticket. The sight of several folk creeping across the aisles after 20 minutes was highly irritating. There was also a dispute between 2 audience members over a wall mounted fan. One went over to adjust it, the other to set it back again, then the first person went over and switched it off! Not sure who they were, but where I come from, people don't generally interrupt live shows to mess about with cooling devices that don't belong to them. Bad manners. But the theatre is very good, well worth a visit.

My friend’s been wanting to take me here for a long time, and when I got to Hanoi the first thing she did was we walked towards the theatre and we bought tickets for the 630 show it was so good. It was so cute. It was so adorable. I would highly recommend this show for anyone. The puppets and the way they make the movement I mean it’s funny. Yes, it’s sung sort of in Vietnamese language it was but I think if you can look at the motion of the puppets, you can kind of figure out what they’re doing. Definitely go see this this is something you’ll never see anywhere in the world 🌎 unless

What a wonderful show full of Vietnamese culture and beauty. The artists side stage were unreal at singing and playing their instruments and the puppeteers are also so talented. I would highly suggest buying tickets at the office a day or more before or online if you don’t mind paying a little more. They sell out right away.

Must visit!. It was a great show with a lot of efforts put up the artists. Though the play was in Vietnamese, we can get the gist of it. It had multiple shows on a day with ticket prices starting from 100.000 vnd. It was a 50mins play which bagged Asia book of records title for the longest water puppet show. Please book tickets in advance for the timings you prefer or they get sold out when you arrive at the venue.

Great cultural experience right next to the lake. A little bit touristy but it was still a highly enjoyable time. The puppets are all just above the water and the music is all traditional. The dialogue is also in Vietnamese but the context can be ascertained from the actions of the puppets. There is ample seating inside the theatre with the seats towards the front coating a little more, however this is not important as the seating is staggered so that the view is reasonably unimpeded regardless of where you decide to sit. The seating is also all allocated according to your ticket so there is no rush to get to your seats. The restrooms aren't especially clean but are good enough.

Definitely a must do in Hanoi! 100k dong for the cheap seats for this one hour performance. There are also seats for 150k in the middle and 200k in the front. I was in the last row and could see pretty well. I went to the ticket office in the early afternoon (no line) to purchase a ticket for an evening show (packed house). Loved the music and artistry of the puppets. I didn’t purchase an audio guide so I didn’t necessarily follow the story but didn’t feel like I needed to. The only negatives were that a lot of people had their cell phones out taking pictures and recording the show. I wish cell phones were banned. And they let people come into the performance late which was distracting.

Fantastic show. Unexpectedly good traditional music. Preserved tradition. Your money will be worth your while. It’s truly one-of-a-kind experience. Buy the ticket in advance and book the front seats to have a better view. I regret not getting the translator since I really wanted to understand everything that’s happening, including what’s in the songs. I’ll probably be back someday with my friends.

It was a wonderful experience. One gets to experience exquisite puppetry, traditional Vietnamese music, and a soothing atmosphere. We did not realize that one could also get translation in different languages. So we did not follow the narration or songs (they are in Vietnamese) but could only follow what was being shown. To cut waiting times, it is best to book tickets when you visit the sword lake temple and then go to the theatre 15 minutes before show time. You can also but some puppets after the show. Don't miss the souvenir shops around the theatre. All in all, this was the high point of our stay in Hanoi.

Tickets get sold out very fast. Would recommend buying ticket an hour in advance & then visit nearby areas( Hoan Kiem lake and souvenir shops) & then come back to watch the show. Would also recommend to get the audio gadget (50k Dong per device) which will help to understand the backstory better. The songs will not be translated though…. only a backstory will be provided. I got the front seat just 10 mins before the show because no other seat was available. Very entertaining, worth every penny…with live performances of musicians n singers using traditional instruments including tea-cups. The puppeteers come out in the end. Had a great 45 mins there. Good washrooms too.

Truly worth going once for learning more about the Vietnamese culture and tradition. The performers do a great job in keeping the puppet show entertaining and interesting. The performers playing the instruments are amazing and very talented. They have many shows throughout the day and tickets range from 100k to 200k depending on your seats. You can purchase the headsets for translation at an extra cost.

Overall a very good experience but it can be better with some description of the stories in other languages also for the non-Vietnamese travelers. The artists controlling the puppets from behind did a very good job and we loved the performances by the musicians. Get a ticket in advance because seats can fill up fast and the ticket window gets pretty crowded in the evening. Tip: Get a seat in the first three or four rows from the stage for good views of the small puppets!

One of the best two water puppet theaters in Hanoi. I visited the places many time in the last year. This is definitely the place that I will recommend for my foreign friends when they would like to explore Hanoi, Vietnam.

(Translated by Google) ICV World - phutungotosang.com: Water puppet show was born more than 10 centuries ago in the Red River delta. This type is usually performed on festivals, village festivals, happy days, on New Year's Day, using puppets to play tricks, acting on the water. Water puppetry is also considered a unique intangible cultural feature of the Vietnamese people. Due to its unique characteristics, water puppetry has quickly become traditional art, comparable to opera and cheo, which are highly ranked in the theatrical background. nation. Puppet dance is found in many countries around the world, but water puppetry is only available in Vietnam. The water puppet show has been recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage. (Original) ICV World - phutungotosang.com : Múa rối nước đã ra đời chừng hơn 10 thế kỷ trước ở vùng châu thổ sông Hồng. Loại hình này thường diễn vào dịp lễ, hội làng, ngày vui, ngày Tết, dùng con rối diễn trò, diễn kịch trên mặt nước. Trò rối nước cũng được coi là nét văn hóa phi vật thể đặc sắc của dân tộc Việt Nam. Do tính đặc sắc, nên từ nghệ thuật mang yếu tố dân gian, múa rối nước đã nhanh chóng trở thành nghệ thuật truyền thống, có thể sánh ngang với tuồng, chèo là những bộ môn nghệ thuật có vị trí cao trong nền sân khấu dân tộc. Múa rối có ở nhiều quốc gia trên thế giới, nhưng múa rối nước thì chỉ duy nhất có ở Việt Nam. Múa rối nước đã được UNESCO công nhận là di sản văn hóa thế giới.

(Translated by Google) Thang Long Puppet Theater, located on Dinh Tien Hoang Street, next to the ancient Hoan Kiem Lake, in the heart of Hanoi Capital. From the Theater just a few dozen minutes walk, you can visit and explore at the same time many famous landmarks with historical and cultural relics of Hanoi Capital, such as Ngoc Son Temple, Ly Park. Thai To, Opera House - August Revolution Square, Temple of Literature - Quoc Tu Giam, Hanoi Old Quarter, National Museum of Vietnamese History, Women's Museum, Hoa Lo Prison ... walking around, shopping, enjoying food ... at the trade centers: Trang Tien, Dong Xuan market, Hang Ngang, Hang Dao, old town night market, Thong Nhat Park ... The theater has become the leading brand of Vietnamese puppetry, is the only theater in Vietnam, holds the Asian record of "The only theater in Asia to perform water puppetry 365 days a year". The theater has successfully toured over 40 countries, marking the hearts of audiences around the world, from Asia to Europe, America, Australia ... (Original) Nhà hát Múa rối Thăng Long, nằm trên phố Đinh Tiên Hoàng, bên cạnh Hồ Hoàn Kiếm cổ kính, giữa lòng Thủ đô Hà Nội. Từ Nhà hát chỉ mất vài chục phút đi bộ, quý khách có thể tham quan, khám phá cùng một lúc nhiều danh thắng nổi tiếng với những di tích lịch sử văn hóa của Thủ đô Hà Nội, như Đền Ngọc Sơn, Công viên Lý Thái Tổ, Nhà hát lớn – Quảng trường Cách mạng Tháng Tám, Văn miếu - Quốc Tử Giám, Phố cổ Hà Nội, Bảo tàng Lịch sử quốc gia Việt Nam, Bảo tàng phụ nữ, Nhà tù Hỏa Lò…và quý khách thỏa sức dạo chơi, mua sắm, thưởng thức ẩm thực…tại các Trung tâm thương mại: Tràng Tiền, chợ Đồng Xuân, Hàng Ngang, Hàng Đào, chợ đêm phố cổ, Công viên Thống Nhất… Nhà hát đã trở thành thương hiệu hàng đầu của nghệ thuật múa rối Việt Nam, là Nhà hát duy nhất Việt Nam, giữ kỷ lục Châu Á “Nhà hát duy nhất tại Châu Á biểu diễn múa rối nước 365 ngày trong năm”. Nhà hát đã lưu diễn thành công trên 40 quốc gia, ghi dấu ấn trong lòng khán giả thế giới, từ Châu Á đến Châu Âu, Châu Mỹ, Châu Úc…

(Translated by Google) Hurry (Original) Vội

The place is absolutely gorgeous! The staff is the kindest people I've met. If I could give them 10 stars, i would.

My girlfriend and I had an interesting experience here. Like all the other reviews say, the staff were very helpful (they gave us a ride to the home stay and helped me find medicine) and hands on - but to an extent where it became very overbearing. The staff constantly wanted to know what our plans were, asking every morning as we were leaving what we were doing and where we were going. They introduced us to their friends who apparently wanted to practice their English and were very assertive in having them spend the day with us. We were open to the idea of hanging out with them, but it had the feeling of being incredibly forced upon us instead of something we were asked if we were interested in. When we told the friend no, he responded with multiple paragraphs explaining that he doesn't want money, etc etc. In general we got very strange vibes from the place (lack of privacy) and moved to the motel down the road after two nights. The facilities were very nice, although the private rooms still had shared bathrooms. Edit: forgot to mention that the place is pricy for the area

Then and Now Homestay is a home away from home. Vanny and Hayden are amazing hosts! I recommend staying here for a couple of days to explore Lang Son. The Homestay offers great breakfast and even better family dinners! Rooms are clean, there is laundry service and they can help you with anything you might need.

(Translated by Google) Lang Son is cuter because the Then And Now homestay family is fun, hospitable and extremely enthusiastic. Rooms are clean, nice and quiet. Best place to stay while in Lang Son !! (Original) Lạng Sơn càng dễ thương hơn bởi có gia đình homestay Then And Now vui vẻ, hiếu khách và cực kỳ nhiệt tình. Phòng ở sạch, đẹp và yên tĩnh. Best place to stay while in Lang Son!!

(Translated by Google) I just stayed here last month, the owner of the house is extremely good, friendly and open, the dinner is very delicious and wonderful, the room is clean and the bunk beds are clean, the layout is impressive and beautiful. In addition, Mr. Ha also opened a tour to visit the mountain, which is very OKIE. Thank you and will definitely come back. (Original) Mình vừa nghỉ tại đây tháng trước ,anh chị chủ nhà cực kỳ tốt tính ,thân thiện và cởi mở ,bữa ăn tối rất ngon và tuyệt vời ,phòng giường tầng sạch sẽ ,cách bài trí rấn ấn tượng và đẹp mắt. Ngoài ra anh Ha còn mở Tour đi thăm núi giá rất OKIE.cảm ơn gia đinh và nhất định sẽ quay trở lại.

This market sits at the center of the city right off the new port that is being built. It’s a very colourful place, filled with interesting stalls and people. The products are numerous but the visuals are exotic to absurd. The fish and meat market are hard on the eyes if you’re an animal lover but you try and look past it; not all cultures treat animals the same, but it’s worth a visit. We met some fisherwomen who took us out to the bay to see the limestone islands up close, that in itself was amazing.

Very crowded local market. You could literally get everything there. It's definitely a place worth seeing.

(Translated by Google) This is Chợ Hạ Long. He is very busy selling flowers and ritual supplies to meet the cung. (Original) Chợ Hạ Long 입니다.cung 을 맞이해서 꽃과 제사 준비물을 파느라 많이 바쁜 모습입니다.

(Translated by Google) The squid and seafood are very fresh (Original) Chả mực và hải sản rất tươi ngon

Lovely theatre with a unbelievable puppet show. The skill of the puppeteers is amazing. Yet another experience not to be missed.

This is a fun place to visit, and somewhere local people recommend too. However, if you don't like puppetry, then even with the addition of water, it's probably not the best place for you. I am not sure of the current opening times, so check first with someone reputable, or if you're nearby just have a walk down in the morning to see what time the evening show is.

This is a very interesting cultural experience I liked the explanations that they give on the history about it Surprisingly it is super inexpensive We sat in row B which was right at the front Great view, although the theater is small I can believe the back row would have been bad The only reason why I’m giving it a 4 star review is because the English audio was impossible to understand. We paid ext as for it and probably would have been better off without it. Purchase your tickets at the booth, we got them a day in advance and the show was packed, so get there early About 5 showings per day

Really fun show. Great AC. Bought my Type 3 100k ticket 30min before and got a great seat in the center. There is a water dispenser and cups available upstairs. There is a very brief introduction to the company in English at the start. They have programs in several languages with titles of the sections. The last section seemed cut short (10seconds long) when I went. My show started at 3 pm and they let people in until 3:15 which was disruptive. The audience took away from this experience. There were loud children (around ages 8-12) with parents who didn't tell them to be quiet, and people holding up their phones taking photos and videos constantly- often using a flash!! Unfortunately, though the show is fun and cool, they are mainly concerned with money since they allow disruptive behavior by letting people go in very late, and take video and use flash photography. I did take pics, but quickly.

Decent experience. Very touristy. The story of Chan, the boy from village acting through multiple acts of bravery to save the village from poor harvest and harmful predator. Story one: Chan with loin cloth planing on the field joined by his friends and family and plantation is completed earlier than expected. Next few stories go there and watch yourself lol. Worth a visit.

Fun experience. The cast is fun and lighthearted. To truly enjoy it, you have to know some basic Vietnamese folklore. It includes the story of the Sword Lake. Make sure to take pictures with the cast prior to the show starting. Splurge a bit more for better seats. It’s worth it!

Great experience! I'm not a puppet fan and I had my doubts, but the music is really nice and the way they play with the puppets in the water is something to watch. Also a great place to cool down for bit. Must see when in Hanoi!

Really enjoyed this. The whole experience was completely different from anything I'd ever seen before. Don't expect to be blown away by effects or anything, but it was a great glimpse into a different culture and different era. The musicians and sound effects were a lot of fun. They have audio translations you can buy but I think it would have been distracting and other reviewers said the translation wasn't great. I'd say go without it because the storyline is not particularly important or difficult to grasp. The theater is small and has no bad seats. We paid for center, middle price and it was good, but I can't imagine it being very different from the back. It did fill up on a weekday at 5p, so arrive an hour or so early at least to get a seat.

Fantastic stuff. Kids particularly will like this. It's a 50-minute show with 17 different aspects of Vietnamese culture being depicted (not exactly short stories as other reviewers have mentioned) - fishing, frog-catching, the unicorn dance, the sacred animals dance, two phoenixes dancing (it was very funny when an egg appeared after their 'dance' and then a baby phoenix 😂😂), boat races, two farmers protecting their ducks from a fox, two unicorns playing with a ball, dragons breathing fire, etc. The stage is filled with water and the puppets seem to be controlled from behind the green screen in the pic. It's incredible how much control the puppeteers seem to have over even the limbs of the puppets, because unlike in other forms of puppetry there were no visible ways in which the puppets were being controlled. Also don't let what's happening on stage distract you from the musicians to either side, who are using a lot of different instruments to produce the lovely music. Some basics: - When we went on 30th September, only three shows were available - 17:20, 18:30 and 20:00. - Tickets are 200k, 150k or 100k depending on the row you want. We picked the middle one, but were unfortunate enough to have two tall men in front of us (sincere request to tall people - please slouch a bit so those behind can see, as the puppets are on the floor and not very visible) - We bought tickets early, but there were several 200k seats empty in front of us - They provide cushions for kids so that the kids have enough height to see - Audio guide available in multiple languages at 50k per piece. Ours had an extra audio jack, so if you have a pair of wired headpieces, you can share. But the audio guide just provides context at the beginning of each segment, not the entire translation. We bought one per person which was a bit of a waste.

The puppet show was a very interesting experience, definitely worth to watch when you come to hanoi. Though it was in Vietnamese, an English brochure outlining the titles of each story was given, and you can purchase an audio guide which gives a good summary and/or background of each story. We shared the audio guide among 3 people and thoroughly enjoyed the show. Each story was accompanied by traditional water puppet music played by live musicians and some singers. Seats were separated into 3 sections (nearest - 200 000, middle - 150 000, farthest - 100 000), but our middle seats had a considerably good view already.

The show was great. Its nice to see the beautiful show. Full of great culture 🙏 The seat could be better as from my view the whole show I only see people head. If some couple in front of me talking or move their heads, I cant see at all. I’m in the sea of phones. Which is most of time i see the show through someone phone because some of them like raise their arms up and block my whole visions. Which I also have to be careful that I’m gonna blocked someone from behind as well. Also someone getting in the seat in the middle of the whole 🙄

Wasn't sure what to expect, but I honestly loved this! It was about 50 minutes, I would recommend picking up a leaflet in your language so you know the title of each scene. I didn't bother with a translation audio guide. You don't need to know what's going on. Just sit, listen to the music, and watch the puppets. Each scene is short, and then it switches, so you're not having to follow a storyline particularly. I would definitely recommend this fun performance!

Eine mega super Atmosphäre und die Vorstellung war einfach grandios. Das Wasserbühnenprogramm mit seiner schönen Geschichte vom See des zurück gegebenen Schrwertes war auch für mich eine beeindruckende Show. Ich kann es nur empfehlen und der Preis ist mehr als günstig 4€ Pro Person. Schaut vorbei und überzeugt euch selbst. Ein großes Danke an den Sicherheitsdienst, und dem restlichen Personal sowie der gesamten Bühnen Crew. Ihr seid spitze.

The Puppet Show was a great insight into the Vietnamese culture. It was chorused in Vietnamese language and hypnotising music that was just beautiful. Would highly recommend seeing this. I think it was just long enough to get a real thorough overview of their ways of life and their beliefs.

Recommended to go early to buy tickets for a later show - weekend shows can go rather quickly and it seems that it’s almost always a full house! Even though I didn’t get the audio guide (it wasn’t really pushed and I learned about it too late!) the show was fantastic. Music and performance was fascinating!!! A must-visit in Hanoi. Irritated by some of the audience though- I wished someone would stop them from talking loudly and holding up their phones throughout the show to take photos/videos. It was blocking my view more than half the time!

We bought last-minute tickets in the cheapest section (the rear third) and it was well worth it. The theatre isn't huge, and the elevation of the seats means you probably won't miss anything. Cheap as far as tourist attractions go.

I recently had the pleasure of watching the Thang Long water puppet show and I have to say it was a truly mesmerizing experience. The show was a perfect blend of traditional Vietnamese culture and modern-day entertainment. The puppets were intricately crafted and the performers did a fantastic job of bringing the puppets to life. The music and lighting added to the ambiance of the show and made it an immersive experience. Overall, I highly recommend the Tang Long water puppet show to anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable cultural experience. It is definitely worth the time and money and I would love to watch it again.

Worth visiting even if you only have 1 day in Hanoi, the ticket has 3 grades, grade A, B, and C (200k, 150k, 100k) we bought grade A to sit closer but the person in front of me was taller so they blocked my view 😮‍💨 anyway. So I don't recommend spending more money, just buy the 100k ticket. Don't buy tickets online unless you can't get to the theater until the last minute. The translation device is 50k, not worth it, just read the name of each performance you will understand (17 different stories shown in 50 minutes)

It was a good little show and quite funny. I recommend booking well in advance. Don't waste your time with the audio device to listen in your language, it only gives a couple of brief bits of information about the show.

Wow! What a wonderful experience. We bought tickets not sure what to expect but we were fascinated by what we saw. The show is about an hour long and divided into different acts. We really enjoyed the traditional Vietnamese music and it does include a narrator in Vietnamese and we said no to the English narrator headsets as you can get the general gist of the plot lines. The puppetry was amazing and really fascinating to watch. I would recommend a visit if you’re in town!

A very unique and charming puppet show that must be experienced by anyone that comes to Vietnam. Yes, it is touristy but it really is something that most people will enjoy. The whole show runs for around an hour and at 200k a ticket (for the "expensive" seats), it's well worth the price of admission.

The show is for 50min aprox. The time files when you are here. The folks who perform an an absolute bliss. The artists in the front with the music and singing and the artists behind the screen who controls the puppets are really skilled. The story is the local Vietnamese language. However, you can obtain the translation devise at 50.000VND per person. The seating arrangements are super visible and the price is different for each section. Its better to directly book at the venue as the price is less compared online. Since the shows are mostly booked i recommend to book the tickets the day you land in Hanoi. Overall a complete entertainer. Thank you, Thang Long Water Puppet Team. You Rock !!!

Incredible experience, highly entertaining, a must see. Each short scene depicts some story from the culture or history of Vietnam and its people.! Get the audio guide! Otherwise you will struggle to understand what's happening.

Brilliant. Definitely get the audio - description for all of 30,000dong. Some great little twists throughout. And amazing music. Nice way to spend an hour. Feels like you're experiencing a little bit of true Vietnam in the changing Hanoi.

Highly recommended part of any visit to Hanoi! It is such a unique experience of Vietnamese culture and a window to people's mind and everyday life. There are audio guides available at the counter to hear explanations and translations of the songs, but we didn't get one. I think it would have been distracting from the whole musical experience, and anyway the stories were simple and understandable.

Interesting to see and feel the Vietnamese (Hanoi) culture through this show. It's colorful and with a very talented live band. Too bad we weren't able to understand the show since it was all in Vietnamese. I think there were some funny bits since some people who understood the words were laughing. Got a bit sleepy in the middle of the show which runs for about an hour. Price is OK for VND 150000 in area 2. Had a hard time seeing the stage. I'm not sure if this is due to the placement of chairs (or we were in area 2). Had a small misunderstanding with cashier for the time. If it had an English version, which I know is asking too much, I would give 5 stars.

The world-famous Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre in Hanoi has its roots in an art form that dates back to the 11th century. The tradition of water puppet theatre stems from a time when rice paddy fields were flooded and villagers would make entertainment by standing in the waist-deep water with the puppets performing over the water. Using large rods to support the puppets it appeared as if they were moving across the water with the puppeteers hidden behind a screen.

It's around 60min long play setup traditional Vietnamese year around activities. The puppet show and the technicality that goes behind it is breathtaking.. simply amazing.. the whole crew.. music players.. the actors.. puppet controllers.. story teller.. though it's in Vietnamese .. one wouldn't have any roblem in understanding the sentiments of the whole thing.. exquisite.

This water puppet theater is a unique experience that anyone should definitely try to experience. The show is accompanied with traditioanl music,and although the show is entirely in Vietnamese you can get audio guides in multiple languages. However, the audio guide is more a collection o short explanations about the show as it progresses, than a simultaneous translation of the acts. No need to buy tickets online. Better go there and buy them at the counter. The general admission fee is 100,000 VD. The show consists of 17 short sketches that last for an hour. Highly recommend!

Very nice. Better tickets for seats in the front are worth it. Audio translation is available for 30'000 vnd but the earpieces are a bit weird and you can barely hear the translation. You might want to consider bringing your own headphones.

(Translated by Google) I didn't understand the words at all, but I enjoyed it just because of the atmosphere. (Original) 言葉は全くわからなかったが、雰囲気だけで楽しめた。

(Translated by Google) This is a folk art Been here a few times but have never seen it Hope someone comes back and will see this art (Original) Đây là một môn nghệ thuật dân gian Đã đến đây vài lần mà chưa lần nào dc xem Hy vọng có nào đó quay lại và sẽ xem môn nghệ thuật này

Nice

(Translated by Google) Thang Long Puppet Theater has many attractive performances, I also brought a foreign friend. She really liked the Vietnamese puppet show. I hope these cultural values ​​of Vietnam will continue to be kept between and promote (Original) Nhà hát múa rối Thăng Long có nhiều tiết mục biểu diễn rất hấp dẫn, mình cũng đã từng dắt theo một bạn nước ngoài. Bạn ấy rất thích những tiết mục múa rối của Việt Nam. Mình hi vọng những giá trị văn hóa này của Việt Nam vẫn sẽ tiếp tục lưu giữa và phát huy

(Translated by Google) The puppet show made in water is a generalized show born in rural Vietnam. Repeats per hour (Original) Suda yapilan kukla gosteri kirsal vietnamda dogmus geneleksellesmis bir gosteri. saat basi tekrarlaniyor

Really nice and one of the easiest way to get a glimpse of Vietnamese traditions. However, to really enjoy it I would recommend to know the stories behind the scenes before the play starts. Definitely worth the time and money.

(Translated by Google) Nice dance, cheap (compared to west). But being played over and over again is so boring. In the first wave, there was no translation, after that, there was more translation thanks to the headphones, so it was a bit understandable in the west. However, I was in the middle of leaving a lot because I did not understand. (Original) Múa đẹp, rẻ (so vs tây). Cơ mà bị diễn đi diễn lại từng đấy vở nên nhàm. Đợt đầu còn k có dịch sau có thêm dịch nhờ tai nghe nên tây nó cũng hơi hiểu. Chứ k thì đang giữa chừng bỏ về nhiều lắm vì nghe k hiểu gì.

place to see vietnamese culture

(Translated by Google) I feel AWESOME here (Original) Tôi cảm thẤY TUYỆT vời khi đến đây

(Translated by Google) Great dulich score (Original) Điểm dulich tuyệt vời

(Translated by Google) There seem to be many people asleep. Do you know why there are only pictures of no one? Because I fell asleep too:) (Original) 好像有很多人睡著 知道為什麼只有沒有人的照片嗎？因為我也睡著了：）

(Translated by Google) The address to keep one of the unique Vietnamese art forms: water puppetry (Original) Địa chỉ lưu giữ một trong những loại hình nghệ thuât đặc sắc của Viêt Nam: múa rối nước

(Translated by Google) The theater has just been repaired. Very beautiful. A convenient location to visit and explore Sword Lake and the old town! (Original) Nhà hát vừa được sửa chữa lại. Rất đẹp. Vị trí tiện lợi để thăm, khám phá hồ Gươm và phố cổ!

(Translated by Google) I'm sorry, I fell asleep on the way due to lack of sleep ... No, it's not uninteresting ... Isn't it interesting? (Original) すみません、睡眠不足がたたって途中寝てしまいました… いや、面白くない訳ではなくて… 面白いですよ？

(Translated by Google) The place where performing a water puppet show, special theater is located in the heart of sword lake (Original) Nơi biểu diễn múa rối nước nghệ thuật truyền thống đặc sắc nhà hát nằm ngay trung tâm hồ gươm

(Translated by Google) An elaborate and meticulous performance. Good infrastructure, nice decoration Extremely satisfied (Original) Một suất diễn công phu và tỉ mỉ. Hạ tầng tốt, trang trí đẹp Cực kỳ hài lòng

(Translated by Google) Let your little ones go to see the Water Puppet. Your children's exciting new experience. 😍🥰😘💋 @ rosaphuc (Original) Cho các bé cưng đi xem Múa Rối Nước. Trải nghiệm mới đầy thú vị của các con. 😍🥰😘💋@rosaphuc

(Translated by Google) Ideal place to spend the rest of the family enjoying folk music, water puppetry and skilled musicians. The seating is professionally arranged, similar to the cinema, but different in that it is all real, including the props playing music: flute, monochord, concert ... The price of the chair will be expensive. than the rear seat. Folk performances, folk games are impressive (they are included in the accompanying guide when buying tickets). (Original) Địa điểm lý tưởng để cùng gia đình nghỉ ngơi và thưởng thức những bản nhạc dân gian, nghệ thuật múa rối nước cùng các nghệ sỹ điêu luyện. Chỗ ngồi được bố trí chuyên nghiệp, tương tự như rạp chiếu phim nhưng khác ở chỗ tất cả đều là thật, bao gồm các đạo cụ chơi nhạc: sáo trúc, đàn bầu, đàn tranh... Giá ghế các hàng đầu sẽ đắt hơn ghế phía sau. Các tiết mục thể hiện phong tục, trò chơi dân gian ấn tượng (đều có trong hướng dẫn đi kèm khi khách mua vé).

(Translated by Google) Live with the best traditional instruments And puppet show Must see once The front row is best (Original) 최고 전통악기로 연주되는 라이브 그리고 인형극 꼭 1번 봐야함 맨앞 줄 강추

(Translated by Google) As of weekdays in October 2020. Because of the corona, there are no tourists, so I can't see it because there is only a concert at 6:30 pm. Check the performance time in advance. (Original) 2020년 10월 평일 기준. 코로나 때문에 관광객이 없는지 저녁 6시30분 공연만 있어서 못보고 갑니다. 미리 공연시간 확인해보세요.

(Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Rất hay

(Translated by Google) Good (Original) Tốt

(Translated by Google) Performance on Saturday night on Sunday (Original) Buổi biểu diễn vào tối thứ 7 chủ nhật

Water puppet shows are an intrinsic part of the Vietnamese culture and if you come to Vietnam, you should definitely check it out. Preferably with a tour guide who can explain the various stories depicted in the colourful show. We actually visited the water puppet theatre in Saigon too, but I have to admit the show in Hanoi is much better.

Choreography was poor, although the musical instrumentation was pleasant. Seats were smaller than economy on a budget airline. Staff were mostly helpful and price was reasonable. I see no reason why English subtitles could not be added.

(Translated by Google) A great representation. It's always nice and should definitely be planned for every visit to Vietnam. The figures are beautifully designed, the choreography incomparable. Joy for young and old (Original) Eine tolle Darstellung. Es ist immer wieder schön und sollte unbedingt für jeden Vietnambesuch eingeplant werden. Die Figuren sind wunderschön gestaltet, die Choreographie unvergleichlich. Freude für Jung und Alt

(Translated by Google) The performance here is very special. It uses water as the stage, which breaks my perception of drama. It is very peculiar and beautiful. (Original) 這裡的表演很特別，是以水為舞台，打破我對戲劇的感觀，很奇特，不錯看。

(Translated by Google) A puppet show that you can enjoy without understanding (Original) 알아듣지 못해도 재미있게 볼 수있는 인형극

Entertainment for all ages, fine appreciation for drama, music and dance under water

Should go and see

(Translated by Google) Great (Original) Hay

Nice clean dormitory. Quit new. Nice hosts, good location. It’s possible to eat there but prices are a bit high

I loved the homestay, food was excellent and people were incredibly friendly. would recommend this homestay to everyone who wants to stay in lang son for a couple of days.

Awesome Hostel/Homestay in Lang Son. Great family, nice accommodation. Fluent English speaking manager.

best dinner in Vietnam. owners very nice and friendly

Really nice place,nice host she helped us a lot. Cool bads

(Translated by Google) Construction has deteriorated; rooms and furnishings are old and not clean. However, the wine and the food were delicious and distinctive. (Original) Công trình xây dựng đã xuống cấp; phòng nghỉ và đồ đạc cũ kỹ và không sạch sẽ. Tuy nhiên rượu và món ăn ngon, có tính đặc trưng.

(Translated by Google) Small view chill homestay. The owner is happy and enthusiastic. (Original) Homestay nhỏ view chill. Chủ quán vui vẻ nhiệt tình.

(Translated by Google) Nice style (Original) Đẹp phong cách

nice

Should stay if you arrive Lang Son city, clean and clear room, modern style and friendly staff

We really enjoyed stay here. The host is super helpful. They helped us with organising guide to the mountain, also they rented a bike for us. Clean place. I really recommend stay here.

Clean and cozy. Decent price/quality

(Translated by Google) Great ! (Original) Tuyệt vời !

(Translated by Google) Rather (Original) Khá

(Translated by Google) Clean (Original) Sạch đẹp

(Translated by Google) Peaceful, fresh and thoughtful! Thank Then And Now Homestay! (Original) Thanh bình, tươi trẻ và chu đáo! Cảm ơn Then And Now Homestay !

(Translated by Google) The room is very clean and cool. The owner was extremely friendly, and also instructed us where to eat well (Original) phòng rất sạch sẽ, thoáng mát luôn nè. anh chị chủ cực thân thiện, còn hướng dẫn tụi mình chỗ ăn ngon nữa

(Translated by Google) 230k. Good. Enthusiasm. Friendly (Original) 230k. Tốt. Nhiệt tình. Thân thiện

(Translated by Google) Great for the 2 hosts (Original) Rất tuyệt vời cho 2 anh chị chủ nhà

(Translated by Google) Enthusiastic owner, with a private space with moderate price, especially the homestay owner carefully prepares shampoo and shower gel for the entire product. (Original) Chủ nhiệt tình, có không gian riêng giải trí giá vừa phải, ưng nhất là chủ homestay chuẩn bị kỹ dầu gội sữa tắm sữa rửa mặt toàn sản phẩm hãng

Nice room, amazing service

Great homestay and lovely family!

Nice place and friendly

It was so nice and good, big beds!

Nice homestay

Very nice decor and helpful staff

Cute and smart four-paws "receptionist" 🐶. The hosts were super nice and supportive. The place was very clean and cozy. Highly recommend!

(Translated by Google) Very nice Homestay (Original) Homestay rất đẹp

Fantastic place! Great food, lovely doggie, and they offered to provide help from anywhere in Vietnam!

Fantastic homestay with very friendly host, good food and clean beds. Will be back

(Translated by Google) I set up a bunk bed with 2 people quite spacious. Rooms are clean, beautiful decor. The owner also burned essential oils for aromatic rooms. Outside there is a comfy common room. Room 170k / night. Car rentals are also available. (Original) Mình đặt giường tầng nằm 2 người khá rộng rãi. Phòng sạch sẽ, decor xinh xinh. Chị chủ còn đốt tinh dầu cho phòng thơm nữa. Ngay ngoài có phòng chung ăn chơi thoải mái. Phòng 170k/đêm nha. Ngoài ra ở homestay còn cho thuê xe luôn.

Definitely 5 Stars.Super clean Hostel.Everything was Perfect. Super nice Staff. Especially Hayden( not sure if I write the name wright) I had a flat tire and he was looking around to find me (at 06.00 o clock in the Morning )a Mechanic. I can totally recommend this Hostel.

(Translated by Google) Clean, with very fragrant aromatherapy lamp. Spacious beds, spacious rooms. The balcony has a hammock and has a sitting room. Clean toilets have bath oil shampoo available. Affordable price. Extremely like 🥰 (Original) Sạch sẽ, có đèn xông tinh dầu mùi xả rất thơm. Giường rộng rãi, phòng thoáng đãng. Ban công có võng và có phòng ngồi chơi. Nhà vệ sinh sạch sẽ có sẵn dầu gội dầu tắm. Giá bình dân. Cực kỳ thích 🥰

(Translated by Google) Staff are enthusiastic and polite. The hostess here is super cute, caring about the guests, giving detailed instructions on where to eat and going out. Great experience when coming here (Original) Nhân viên nhiệt tình và lịch sự. Chị chủ ở đây siêu dễ thương, quan tâm đến khách, chỉ dẫn chi tiết chổ ăn ngon và đi chơi. Trải nghiệm tuyệt vời khi đến đây

Hotel price, for shared bathroom. Finding this place is like playing hide and seek

(Translated by Google) Very good (Original) Rất tốt

Ha Long Market is rather old with all kinds of good, fruits , seafood and local specialities of Ha Long coastal City as well as Northen areas

Ha Long market is really amazing place that you need to visit when you come to Ha Long. You can buy coffee and tea with very nice price, many kinds of fresh fruit, flowers, fresh vegetable, food and street food. The most favorite food I would recommend is Cha Muc Ha Long (squid cake). The seafood market is not really market but like a zoo, I mean so so amazing with many kinds of seafood they all alive and swimming inside pots

Big.local market, you can find the speciality of Halong here

Products range from Nike shoes to women's underwear to men's jackets to a fabulous supply of fabrics for sewing. Fish and fresh fruit and veg if staying a while. Real Asian market.

Very good place for shopping all very cheap and good quality

Good to see seafoods.

Recommended for a Market walk. Small in size.

Interesting shopping experience. Everything and anything it seems can be purchased here.

Mỗi lần ghé qua, là mua những món yêu thích.

(Translated by Google) Ha Long Market is a landmark destination in life, you have not been to Ha Long yet (Original) Chợ Hạ Long là điểm đến ghi dấu ấn trong đời, bạn chưa đến là chưa đến Hạ long

Chợ truyền thống, nổi tiếng, đại diện tên Hạ Long!

(Translated by Google) Rich items (Original) Đồ phong phú

(Translated by Google) The market sells a lot of fresh seafood, and it's very cheap (Original) Chợ bán rất nhiều hải sản tươi sống, và rất rẻ

(Translated by Google) The busiest shopping place in Ha Long (Original) Địa điểm mua sắm sầm uất nhất Hạ Long

(Translated by Google) Order (Original) Trật

(Translated by Google) Market many items (Original) Chợ nhiều mặt hàng

(Translated by Google) The market is quite busy and diverse. Outside, there are plenty of snacks and filling. (Original) Chợ khá sầm uất, đa dạng. Bên ngoài có rất nhiều đồ ăn vặt và ăn no.

(Translated by Google) No one in the market toilets cleaning or cleaning, but still collecting money for the WC. Only seafood is fresh and delicious. (Original) Nhà WC chợ không có người dọn hoặc dọn quá bẩn thế nhưng vẫn thu tiền WC. Chỉ được mỗi hải sản là tươi và ngon.

(Translated by Google) This market specializes in cutting. Quality of Chinese goods. Weak management. Newcomer here. ! (Original) Chợ này chuyên chặt chém. Chất lượng hàng Trung Quốc. Ban quản lý yếu kém. Ngu người mới tới đây. !

(Translated by Google) I found the delicious seafood Kim Thoa squid paste (Original) Mình thấy hải sản ngon chả mực Kim Thoa tuyệt vời

(Translated by Google) Parking the car in front of the market. If the car is 14, then 10k. Other provincial sea cars, 20-30k depending ... (Original) Gửi xe ô tô ở mặt trước chợ. Nếu xe biển 14 thì 10k. Xe biển tỉnh khác thì 20-30k tuỳ...

(Translated by Google) As a big shopping center of Ha Long city, with a variety of items, under the sea .... and a wholesale market providing vegetables, tubers, 1uar .. (Original) Là trung tâm mua sắm lớn của tp hạ long, đa dạng các mặt hàng , dưới biển ....và là chợ đầu mối cung cấp rau ,củ ,1uar..

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(Translated by Google) All kinds of goods, delicious food! (Original) Đủ loại hàng hóa, đồ ăn ngon!

(Translated by Google) It is the main market of Ha Long city. Wide, airy and has 3 floors. The stalls are distributed reasonably, very convenient for small traders and shoppers. Most of the merchants here are very polite. Due to the prolonged effect of the Covid epidemic in 2020, the purchasing and selling power will be limited. A very worthy place for housewives to shop and tourists to visit when coming to this "city of thousands of islands". (Original) Là ngôi chợ chính của thành phố Hạ Long. Rộng, thoáng và có 3 tầng. Các quầy hàng được phân bố hợp lý, rất thuận tiện cho tiểu thương buôn bán và khách mua sắm. Đa phần thương nhân ở đây rất lịch thiệp. Vì ảnh hưởng của dịch Covid kéo dài của năm 2020, nên sức mua - bán bị hạn chế. Một nơi rất đáng để các bà nội trợ mua sắm và khách du lịch ghé thăm khi đến "thành phố vạn đảo" này.

(Translated by Google) Great market (Original) 很棒的市場

(Translated by Google) Many convenient items (Original) Nhiều mặt hàng tiện lợi

(Translated by Google) What's so expensive (Original) Đắt đỏ trả có gì

(Translated by Google) Mechanical items such as magnesium, chains, and bolts are a bit expensive compared to the general ground. (Original) Mấy món hàng cơ khí như ma ní, xích, bu lông hơi mắc so với mặt bằng chung.

(Translated by Google) Diversity of products, fresh seafood ... (Original) Đa dạng về chủng loại sản phẩm, hải sản tươi ngon...

(Translated by Google) Lots of fresh seafood. Squid swim too! (Original) Nhiều hải sản tươi sống. Mực bơi luôn!

(Translated by Google) Seafood in the market is plentiful. very delicious and fresh (Original) Hải sản ở chợ thật phong phú . rất ngon và tươi

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(Translated by Google) The product is quite expensive (Original) Sản phẩm khá là đắt

(Translated by Google) The biggest market in Ha Long. The seafood here is priced higher than the rest of the market in the same area because it is always the highest quality item here. (Original) Là chợ to nhất của Hạ Long. Đồ hải sản ở đây có giá cao hơn các chợ còn lại trên cùng địa bàn vì lúc nào ở đây cũng là chỗ hàng có chất lượng cao nhất.

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(Translated by Google) High price and challenging Should that when buying (Original) Giá cao và hay nói thách Nên mà cả khi mua

(Translated by Google) Lots of fresh seafood (Original) Rất nhiều đồ hải sản tươi sống

(Translated by Google) Various items. (Original) Nhiều mặt hàng đa dạng.

(Translated by Google) Your market price is ok (Original) Chợ bạn giá ok

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(Translated by Google) My hometown market has many marine specialties (Original) Chợ quê em nhiều đặc sản biển

(Translated by Google) There is a unique delicious squid hand-pounding dish (Original) Có món chả mực giã tay đặc trưng ngon

(Translated by Google) Ok room dep (Original) Ok phong canh dep

An exceptional show. All puppet masters stay in the water. They both direct the puppets and speak for them. The water in the basin is not quite warm. The puppet masters have to endure cold. But they seem to love their job. The performance normally involves several shorter plays. Some of these are comedies understandable for all people.

One of a kind show! A must visit in Hanoi... Its was an authentic Vietnamese show. The artists' expertise and their hard work over the art can clearly be seen. It's a must visit for art and culture lover traveller. The music was very fantastic. Date of experience: September 2018

I really loved this. The show was magical. Puppets performed in a small indoor lagoon and were accompanied by live musicians. Unique experience to see a traditional Vietnamese show. The show lasts for around an hour. The venue is located close to the Lake of Restored Sword. Recommend if you have time.

Surprisingly good! A piece of history, and it's entertaining.

The beautiful voice of the traditional singers telling the story is really soothing to the ears. Although, it was all in Vietnamese language, but I really like the water puppet show. Make sure you come early to get the best seats. I sat in the middle, two rows from the front. Cannot comment on the tickets, as we were here with the ASEAN delegates. Glad that they included this in the itinerary.

What a wonderful experience! I'd highly recommend it, and children would love it too. I booked our 'skip the queue' tickets, front row, the day before on my mobile and collected from a booking office half hour before. The address is all in the confirmation email.. Very straight forward with Google maps. Tickets were VND200,000 each. We didn't bother with the audio as I'd read other reviews saying it distracted from the performance and you get the gist. Gets a thumbs up from us!

Typical cultural significance show reflects wet rice culture of Vietnamese people. It is unique in Asia. Show on every day : morning, afternoon, and evening. It lasts for an hour featuring many interesting scenes, sequences and plays. It is a must see show when visiting Vietnam

The show base on are Vietnamese folk tales. Although there is an English title for each story, all the dialogue during the puppet show is in Vietnamese, without translation. So, if you want to know about the story, you need to learn Vietnamese before. If not, just enjoy the show it self.

An amazing show. Great seating configuration and cost. Amazing from start to finish. Thank-you for an amazing performance. Highly recommend when in Hanoi

Interesting and sweet but 50 minutes is really all you need. Please arrive early - people were still arriving ten minutes into the show and, as the rows are narrow, seated audience members were having to get out of the row to let the latecomers through. It was very distracting. Perhaps theatre staff could stop people entering after the show has started? If people we warned of this at the time they bought the tickets, then it could be enforced when people arrive late.

Great performance! Wondering how they do it. I don't know what they are telling about (they use vietnamese, and I don't understand at all), but the audiences can catch the meaning of the whole show by just watching and enjoying it until the end. Recommended.

Probably one of the most unique puppet shows I've ever watched that takes place on a water stage and it's also accompanied by musicians playing beautiful traditional music. This traditional puppet show dates back to the 11th century where farmers would perform on flooded rice paddies with puppets attached to fishing rods for entertainment. I thoroughly enjoyed it and purchased an English audio guide to get a better understanding about what I was watching. The show depicts scenes of activities in the villages like fishing, harvesting rice and 🐉🐉🐉 boat racing. There's even depictions of mythical animals like dragons and phoenixs. It's a unique puppet show that you should definitely watch if you're in Hanoi. Enjoy!

ONE OF MY FAVOURITE EXPERIENCES IN HANOI! amazing! I highly recommend paying the extra for audio translation if you cant understand Vietnamese. I loved to listen to all the stories which were from different parts in Vietnam, the show was funny and meaningful and definitely something that I won’t forget! Make sure to go!

It was a fantastic cultural experience. Several short folk stories were told through water puppetry, mixed with the playing of beautiful music using traditional musical instruments and singing the vocals. Highly recommend to visit this place if you drop by Hanoi.

Very unique experience of watching the water puppets Tickets get sold quickly, especially on the weekends. Best to pick a show timing and book in advance. The shows are about 50 mins long, comprised of about 20 short stories. They're all in Vietnamese but easy enough to understand. You could consider the audio guide if you wanted more info. Tickets cost 200k, 150k, or 100k depending on how close to the stage you are.

It was good show of 50 min about Vietnamese culture n the way old people used to live ..puppets movement under water is very fascinating..but since all show is in local language very difficult for us to understand.. it's right on bank's of very beautiful lake.. During night outside road becomes like big party place for local people n tourists... There is dance on street, music, games for kids n much more..

Lovely show. There’s three levels of tickets with level one being close to the stage and level three being in the back. My friends and I did level three and enjoyed the show just fine. Cool, air conditioned & fanned room. Buy tickets in advanced because they do sell out.

The show is kinda okay but a bit pricey for what it is. It is fully in vietnamese, so they will try to sell you an audio guide that's supposed to work automatically and it also pricey. The problem is the audio guide barely works and it does not provide almost any usefull information. Do it if you have some spare time but don't expect anything lifechanging.

Traditional water theater performances 365 days a year Skillfully manipulate puppets on the water. You can enjoy it even if you don't understand the language. In May 2023, there were performances at 16,17,18. Performance time is 1 hour. Many people are taking pictures with their smartphones, so if you want to enjoy watching without stress, we recommend that you reserve a seat in the front.

The music and ambience will give you an understanding about traditional Vietnamese culture. The visuals are great and the performance is nothing like you've seen in any puppet show. The show is in Vietnamese but you can still understand what you'll be seeing there. They also have an audio device which briefs you about the show in your own preferred language.

Great show in the heart of the tourist area (Ho Hoan Kiem). By the end of the show, I was still trying to figure out how the puppets work. It’s been months and I still have no idea. I recommend getting the English audio guide to understand the folk stories being played out. Many shows a day, and the schedule is by the counter.

Worth the visit! It is definitely for tourists but to be honest I really enjoyed it! All those different instruments played! The music was beautiful!!! I also liked the whole concept behind the water puppets (created during flooding time for entertainment). The puppets are quite fun! The only down side is that we could not understand anything as it was in the local language. I think they might have some headset with translation but we didn't buy it. Saying that the program was simple and easy to understand. Overall great experience!

Buy tickets the day before. 200k for front row. 50k for the audio guide to know what’s going on. Super unique show with local artists singing and playing instruments. The show it’s self is amazing. The building is nice and cool with strong high powered fans. 50 minute run time. Very nice way to spend an hour out of the heat!

Very beautiful and emotional, the instrument players and the singers are very talented, they make the experience great, as well as the puppeteers. A must do in Hanoi, but don't forget to get your tickets early, you can't go there at 6 pm and expect to have a ticket.

This was lovely. Bought the vip tickets on klook so we were like 2nd or 3rd row. My 14 yo was even entertained. Fun local/cultural activity that's fairly cheap (maybe 11USD per ticket) Don't worry about getting there too early if you buy your tickets online as they empty out one group then immediately let yours in maybe 10 mins before start. We didn't get the earphones that would have translated into English so we didn't know what the plot but it was still something e joyanle to watch. Lasted maybe an hour. The only downside to ordering tickets off klook, and this is probably unconnected to the show, is the tickets have to be picked up in a different location. Thankfully the location wasn't far from our hotel but it wasn't near the show. I assumed, probably fine print would have told me otherwise, but I thought they would be at will call at the location. We went to the evening performance and when we came out tge roads were blacked off for a night market. The red bridge is really close and cool looking at night. Some of the singers from the show were outside later singing. Highly recommend.

The orchestra is very talented. I didn't take the audio guide so that I could focus on the music more. I really enjoyed the show and it didn't bother me that it was all in Vietnamese. I didn't have a good experience with buying the tickets. I had booked my seats more than 1 week in advance and got confirmation via email. The sender told me there was no way to book my exact seats, only the set of rows in which they would place me. On the day, I showed up 45 minutes in advance (they had recommended to show up 30 min in advance) and there was already a long queue. It didn't matter whether you had booked your seats or not and I could see that some seats were reserved although I had been told that it was not possible. The lady at the ticket booth was very cold, she was ignoring me for a while and she was slow for no reason. She couldn't find my booking and was in a bad mood. She ended up giving me someone else's seats (I saw because she stroke someone else's name). I am sorry for that person. I hope they will improve the ticket system.

Attending the Water Puppet Show in Hanoi was an absolute delight. The performance, though entirely in Vietnamese, managed to transcend language barriers and captivate the audience with its exquisite blend of traditional artistry and skillful puppetry. The incorporation of dragons, fish, and enchanting songs added a layer of authenticity that immersed me in the heart of Vietnamese culture. For those planning to attend, it's crucial to arrange an e-translator in advance. While the language barrier might seem daunting, the show's visual spectacle, combined with its evocative music and singing, creates an experience that transcends words. The puppets' graceful movements on water, adorned with vibrant hues, were truly a sight to behold. The Water Puppet Show is a cultural gem that offers a window into Vietnam's rich heritage. It's a testament to the nation's artistic traditions and a must-see for anyone seeking a unique and immersive cultural experience in Hanoi. Things to note: • The fee starts from dong 100000 (back seats), 150000(middle seats), 200000(front seats) • translator is 50000 extra • no water bottles provided • show can be avoided if you have to go somewhere else • show is of 50 minutes • book early else the show is almost always booked everyday (no matter if it is weekday or weekend)

Es ist wirklich witzig auch wenn man sonst eher Indiana Jones bevorzugt. Die Vorstellung ist kurzweilig und bunt. Ich war in der ersten Reihe und selbst ganz seitlich war alles gut zu sehen. Ich muss es nicht zweimal sehen aber einmal war super.

One of the highlights when we visited Vietnam. The performers behind the puppets are really talented and really did a great performance! We got tickets from Klook but I reckon it is better if you go direcyly to the theatre to get tickets to save money. Must see and experience in Hanoi 🇻🇳

Seats cost between 100k VND- 200k plus 50k for audio guide. They offer extra cushion for children so they can sit a little higher in the chair. I highly recommend the audio guide because they give cultural context to each scene. It only lasts about an hour and there are multiple shows each day. Because water puppetry is historically important to Vietnam, it's pretty interesting and unique. Cute family friendly activity and a nice break from being outside.

I booked the tickets in advance via phone with the seats super close to the stage and the price for 1 ticket was VND 200,000. When I was there the theater was full, people were in line waiting to get inside. If you're with your family with kids, it is an interesting thing to do and I'm sure the kids like that a lot. My family decided that they didn't need an audio guide since I could tell them most of the things. The artists did a very hard work when half of their bodies were under water for about an hour each show and I really admired them for that. Outside you can buy souvenirs which I thought might be good gifts for your friends and family. When the show ended, I walked outside and it was a really beautiful sunset at the lake area and it was beautiful. You can visit the temple nearby easily from the theater.

English audio is not a translation but a very brief description. Also the music was out of rhytm and the singers couldn’t sing really well, were out of rhytm and of tune. Interesting to check but you don’t really learn much about the Vietnamese culture. Be sure to bring a jacket or some clothes because they blast the AC.

My first experience of a water puppet show. It was amazing. A 50 min show with stories of culture and village life including traditional live music. It was worth a visit for one time. You get headphones in your preferred language as the show is in Vietnamese.

1st class seats, for front 3 rows, gets you the best views. Recommended to get an audio guide (chargeable) in your local language (if available) so that you can understand the storyline. Show was 50 minutes and was entertaining throughout. You can see the band using interesting items (such as teacups) to make music. The puppets are cute, and you get to see the puppeteers at the end.

Once in a lifetime experience to watch this traditional show in the heart of Hanoi! Locals used to go to this show to just relax with family and have a good laugh after a long day of work. Approach this show with that mindset, and you will enjoy it even if you don't understand the words. I didn't bother with audio guide definitely not needed. You can use common sense to understand the stories. They are about life of locals in rural area and legends. We go the backrow seats (100k dong). The entire theater is not even that big so front or last row doesn't make that much difference. We were on the last row and had perfect visibility to the puppets and performers on side stages. We arrived a few minutes after the show start time and they still allowed us entry. I recommend to squeeze this into your day. :)

Definitely something different to experience in Hanoi. The live music that accompanies the show is wonderful, such different instruments and sounds. I sat in the cheaper section near the back and the view was great. Doors opened around 15 minutes before the start. There is a toilet if you need it.

Strange experience. Great to experience another aspect of a different society to ours. A glimpse into traditional village perspectives on life. The music is not like ours, but has real charm. There is a little leaflet in various languages that has brief descriptions of each scene. Essential to grab this. Getting out through just one doorway meant it took a long time to get out of the theatre.

Unique experience! It is definitely something unique to Vietnam which makes it enjoyable. I liked the singing a lot. It is great for what it is but I was also not blown away. Buy your tickets in advance, like a day before. Many people want to see this.

Fun and unique show, with water puppets in Hanoi’s old quarter. No need to buy the audio guides and no need to understand Vietnamese to get the short sketches. Overall great hour spent! Tickets should be bought in advanced, but it was somewhat disappointing to see many good spots still free, after I had been told the only free seat was in one of the last rows.

Great experience would highly recommend. Doesn’t cost much and something to do in the evening. Although daytime showings are available. Worth buying tickets in advance so you can just walk in on the start time

Visiting the water puppet theater in Hanoi with musicians left an incredible impression. The amazing blend of musicians' skill and technical prowess creates a captivating performance. This theater brings joy and delight through unique stories, narrated to the sounds of music in a vibrant water setting.

Buying tickets in advance is recommended. Otherwise you may not get the exact showtime you need. Show is good, but my recommendation is to buy the audio guide. Otherwise you won't understand the folk stories.

Was a really enjoyable experience.. the live music was sensational, however, a screen above the stage with english translation would be appreciated so that us foreigners could understand what was being said..

Cool experience, wasn't really sure what was going on. The live performance was nice, puppets a were ok - they started off strong with some fire breathing dragons but after the first 5 minutes the rest of the show were very simple people, ducks, boats, etc. Everyone is a tourist, no locals go here.

Such a fun experience! Definitely get in early to buy tickets in advance and pay the extra for seats in the front rows. And if you don’t speak Vietnamese, get the audio guide to help you understand the show. Didn’t quite know what to expect- thought it might all be a bit touristy and a bit naff- but really enjoyed the show.