Da Lat Market – The Shopping and Dining Heart of the Mountain Town

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Da Lat Market on Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, open from around 5:00 to 18:00, sells vegetables, flowers, jams, and Lam Dong specialties; the upper floor has a food court, and at night there is a night market around the area.

Da Lat Market – the central market of Da Lat, located next to Xuan Huong Lake. The market is a familiar destination for visitors to the mountain city to buy fresh vegetables, flowers, and local specialties, as well as to enjoy local food.

Quick Overview

Address: Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, Xuan Huong Ward – Da Lat, Lam Dong
Opening hours: Around 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM; night market around the market area in the evening
Admission: Free
Highlights: Fresh vegetables and flowers, Da Lat jams and local specialties, food court

History and Features

Its predecessor was Cho Cay (Wooden Market), built of wood in 1929 and later rebuilt with brick.
The current main market building was completed around 1960, designed by architect Nguyen Duy Duc.
Section B was expanded starting in 1993.

What to Buy at Da Lat Market

Fresh vegetables, fruits, and flowers of Da Lat.
Jams, artichokes, tea, and various Lam Dong specialties.
Sweaters, souvenirs, and handicrafts.

What to Eat at Da Lat Market

The food court inside the market serves dishes from all three regions of Vietnam at reasonable prices.
In the evening, grilled rice paper (Vietnamese pizza) and hot soy milk are available at the night market.

How to Get There

The market is in the city center, within walking distance of Xuan Huong Lake.
From Lien Khuong Airport, take a taxi or airport shuttle bus to the center.

Tips for Visitors

Ask for prices and compare across several stalls before purchasing specialties.
It gets chilly in the evening, so bring warm clothing when visiting the night market.
Nearby attractions include Xuan Huong Lake and Lam Vien Square.

Price Reference

Grilled rice paper: around 15,000–25,000 VND each.
Soy milk with pastries: around 10,000–20,000 VND per serving.
Strawberries: around 80,000–120,000 VND/kg depending on the season.
Da Lat jams: around 50,000–100,000 VND/box.
Packaged tea and coffee: around 100,000–200,000 VND/pack.
Woolen items (beanies, scarves, sweaters): around 50,000–150,000 VND/item.

Prices are for reference only and may vary by season and stall.

Best Time to Visit

Morning from around 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM is when vegetables, flowers, and fruits are freshest and the market is at its liveliest.
Midday and early afternoon are less crowded, making it convenient for souvenir shopping.
The night market area in front operates from around 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, peaking between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM, and may stay open later on weekends.
Weekends, holidays, summer, and Tet are very crowded, so it is best to go early and keep a close eye on your belongings.

Useful Information for Visitors

Payment: Many small stalls and street vendors mainly accept cash, so bring small change; some specialty shops accept QR code bank transfers.
Restrooms: Restrooms are available inside the market area; if you cannot find one, you can use the restrooms at eateries or cafes around the market.

Language: Some vendors in the local specialty section and night market speak basic English, while those in the produce section rarely do, so having a translation app ready is recommended.

Parking: There is a parking area inside the market grounds, costing around 5,000–10,000 VND per motorbike.