Long Bien Market Travel Guide – Overview, Attractions & Visiting Timings

Chợ Long Biên is one of the largest and busiest wholesale markets in Hà Nội, Vietnam, located near the iconic Long Biên Bridge in Ba Đình–Hoàn Kiếm border area, along the Red River (Sông Hồng). Operating mainly at night and early morning, this historic market is a vital trading hub for fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood, and agricultural produce supplied to vendors across northern Vietnam. Easily accessible from Hồ Hoàn Kiếm, Old Quarter, and central Hanoi districts, Chợ Long Biên offers a raw, authentic glimpse into local commerce and daily life. Its riverside setting, proximity to major transport routes, and role in Hanoi’s supply chain make Chợ Long Biên a must-visit location for travelers, photographers, and those exploring traditional Vietnamese markets.