An Dong Market – A Long-Standing Wholesale Fashion Market in Cho Lon

An Dong Market – One of Saigon's long-standing traditional markets, renowned as a wholesale hub for clothing, footwear, and fabrics. The market is ideal for those looking to buy fashion items at wholesale prices or explore the Chinese-Vietnamese commercial quarter.

History and Features

• The market was established around the 1950s and rebuilt in the early 1990s.
• Along with Ben Thanh Market and Binh Tay Market, An Dong is one of the city's historic markets.
• The market spans multiple floors with thousands of stalls, mainly catering to wholesale trade.
• The market's name is also the name of the new ward following the 2025 administrative restructuring.

What to Buy at An Dong Market

• Wholesale clothes, sleepwear, and children's clothing.
• Shoes, handbags, and fashion accessories.
• Fabrics and garment accessories/tailoring supplies.
• Dried goods, candied treats/jams, tea, and coffee.

What to Eat at An Dong Market

• The market's food court serves hu tieu (noodle soup), bun rieu (crab noodle soup), and banh canh cua (crab thick noodle soup).
• Spring rolls, sticky rice, and Chinese-style snacks.
• Along An Duong Vuong Street, there are many additional pho and banh mi eateries.

How to Get There

• The market is about a 10–15 minute drive from the former District 1 center.
• Multiple bus routes run past the An Duong Vuong and Tran Phu areas.
• Motorbike parking is available at the market.

Tips for Visitors

• Many stalls prioritize wholesale buyers; retail shoppers should inquire beforehand.
• Compare prices across several stalls and bargain politely.
• Keep a close eye on your personal belongings, as the aisles can be quite narrow.
• Nearby, you can explore Soai Kinh Lam Fabric Market and Binh Tay Market to further discover the Cho Lon area.

Reference Prices

• Wholesale T-shirts, shirts: around 60,000–150,000 VND/piece
• Jeans: around 100,000–250,000 VND/piece
• Skirts: around 120,000–250,000 VND/piece
• Dresses in An Dong Plaza: around 200,000–500,000 VND/piece
• Hu tieu, banh canh: around 30,000–45,000 VND/bowl
• Spring rolls, herbal tea in the food court: around 8,000–25,000 VND/portion

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

Best Time to Visit

• The market operates from around 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM; the 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM window is when most stalls are fully open and shopping is most convenient.
• Early morning is when wholesale buyers pick up their orders; retail shoppers should arrive after 9:00 AM for more attentive service.
• Toward the end of the year, clothing prices may increase by about 30–50% due to high demand, and the aisles become more crowded.

Useful Information for Visitors

• Payment: Vendors accept cash and mostly QR bank transfers; inspect items carefully before paying, as exchanges and returns are difficult.
• Restrooms: The market has restrooms inside the market building; you can ask vendors or security guards for directions.
• Language: Vendors mainly speak Vietnamese, with some speaking Chinese; foreign visitors should use translation apps or a calculator to negotiate prices.
• Retail purchases: Many stalls prioritize wholesale, so ask beforehand if they sell retail and what the price difference is.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours of An Dong Market?

The market operates from approximately 7:00 to 18:00 daily; some stalls may open earlier or close later.

What does An Dong Market sell?

The market mainly sells wholesale clothing, footwear, accessories, fabrics, and some dried goods.

Does An Dong Market sell retail?

Many stalls still sell retail, but the best prices are usually reserved for bulk buyers.

See Also

• Ben Thanh Market
• Ben Thanh Night Market
• Binh Tay Market
• Dan Sinh Market