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Ha Tien Market – Fresh Seafood and Night Market by Dong Ho

Author: Quản trị viên Updated: 10/02/2026 Views: 31

Ha Tien Market includes the central market and a night market in front of Dong Ho An Nguyet Park, open in the evening from around 17:00 to 24:00, selling fresh seafood, salted ca xiu, and palm sugar.

Ha Tien Market – a market in the center of the border town of Ha Tien, now in An Giang Province, most notably known for its night market in front of Dong Ho An Nguyet Park. This is a wonderful place to enjoy fresh seafood and shop for local specialties that showcase the cultural fusion of the Vietnamese, Chinese, and Khmer peoples.

Quick Summary

Address: In front of Dong Ho An Nguyet Park, Ha Tien Ward, An Giang Province
Opening hours: Night market roughly 17:00–24:00 daily
Admission: Free
Highlights: Fresh seafood cooked on the spot, salted ca xiu, palm sugar

History and Features

Ha Tien Night Market has operated at its new location since 2019, designed in a colorful, illuminated night market style.
The market features around 500 stalls, including food containers, fixed canopies, and mobile stalls.
The merchandise reflects the cultural blend of the Kinh, Chinese, and Khmer communities in Ha Tien.
During the day, locals visit the central market to buy fish, shrimp, and farm produce.

What to Buy at Ha Tien Market

Salted ca xiu (salted sea urchin), a signature seafood specialty of Ha Tien.
Dried seafood and Phu Quoc fish sauce.
Palm sugar and products made from palmyra palm trees.
Handicrafts, fabrics, and souvenirs.

What to Eat at Ha Tien Market

Fresh seafood such as shrimp, snails, and flower crabs chosen on-site and cooked to order.
Ha Tien bun ken, the region's signature noodle soup.
Xoi xiem (sweet sticky rice with coconut sauce) and various street snacks.

How to Get There

From Ho Chi Minh City, coaches run directly to Ha Tien, or you can travel to Rach Gia and continue onward.
From Phu Quoc, high-speed ferries and car ferries travel to Ha Tien.
Within the city, the market is centrally located, making it easy to visit on foot or by motorbike.

Tips for Visitors

Clearly ask for the seafood price per kilogram and the cooking fee before making your selection.
The night market gets crowded on weekends and holidays, so arrive early to secure a seat.
Bring small cash bills for smaller stalls.
Nearby attractions include Dong Ho Park, Mac Cuu Tomb, Hang Pagoda, and Da Dung Mountain.

Reference Prices

Fresh seafood (shrimp, squid, flower crab, snails): around 100,000–200,000 VND/kg depending on type and size.
Ha Tien fermented ca xiu: around 50,000–100,000 VND/jar depending on size.

Prices are for reference only and may vary depending on the season and individual stall.

Best Time to Visit

Early morning at Ha Tien Market is when seafood arrives in abundance and is at its freshest.
The night market by Dong Ho opens from around 17:00–18:00 until late at night, and is liveliest between 18:00 and 21:00.
On weekends and public holidays, many visitors from the Mekong Delta visit, so it is best to arrive early to park easily and choose your dishes.

Useful Information for Visitors

Payment: It is recommended to bring small-denomination cash, though many stalls also accept QR code bank transfers.
Restrooms: The night market area has restrooms available for visitors; during the day, you can use the restrooms at eateries around the market.

Language: Some vendors at the night market speak basic English, but hardly anyone does in the local market area, so you should use a translation app or go with a tour guide.