Hom Market – A paradise of fabrics and street snacks on Hue Street

Hom Market (Chợ Hôm) – a long-standing market on Pho Hue Street, renowned as Hanoi’s top destination for fabrics and tailoring supplies. The market is ideal for those looking to buy fabric for custom-tailored clothes or seeking to explore an authentic local Hanoi market.

History and Features

• Established in the 19th century, its name is associated with trading that traditionally took place in the late afternoon.
• Originally, the market mainly sold vegetables, fish, and shrimp, before later becoming an all-day market.
• Around the early 1950s, it merged with the nearby Duc Vien Market.
• Today, the market is a multi-story building combining everyday fresh produce stalls with a fabric and clothing section.

What to Buy at Hom Market

• Fabrics in all materials and colors on the 2nd floor.
• Ready-to-wear clothing and accessories on the 1st floor.
• Sewing supplies, buttons, lace, and zippers for tailors.
• Vegetables and fresh produce in the wet market area.

What to Eat at Hom Market

• Pyramid rice dumplings (bánh giò) and fresh pho rolls (phở cuốn) are popular quick bites.
• Traditional Hanoi sweet soups (chè), such as floating rice balls (chè trôi nước), lotus seed sweet soup, and pomelo sweet soup.
• Snail noodle soup (bún ốc), crab noodle soup (bún riêu), and pork offal porridge (cháo lòng) in the food court.

How to Get There

• From Hoan Kiem Lake, head south along Pho Hue Street for about 1.5 km.
• You can take a taxi, ride-hailing vehicle, or bus routes passing through Pho Hue.
• Motorbike parking is available at the market’s designated parking area.

Traveler Tips

• Bring your body measurements if you plan to buy fabric for custom tailoring.
• Check prices at several stalls and bargain politely.
• The market gets crowded on weekends, so keep a close eye on personal belongings.
• Nearby attractions include Thien Quang Lake, Thong Nhat Park, and Hoan Kiem Lake.

Reference Prices

• Natural silk: from around 250,000 VND/meter.
• Clear tapioca dumplings (bánh bột lọc): around 60,000 VND/portion.
• Fresh spring rolls (gỏi cuốn): around 20,000 VND/roll.
• Mixed sweet soup (chè thập cẩm): around 20,000 VND/cup.
• Market snacks: around 10,000–30,000 VND/person; 100,000 VND is enough for 2–3 dishes.

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

Best Time to Visit

• The market is open from around 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM; the street food area mainly operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Visiting around 10:00 AM avoids the morning rush and makes bargaining easier than early morning.
• If buying fabric, arrive 3–4 hours before closing to give yourself enough time to browse and compare.

Useful Information for Visitors

• Payment: Cash is predominantly used, though some stalls accept QR code bank transfers; bring small bills for street snacks.
• Restrooms: It is best to use the restrooms in nearby eateries or coffee shops.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours of Hom Market?

The market is usually open from around 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily.

Which floor sells fabric at Hom Market?

Fabric stalls are mostly concentrated on the 2nd floor of the market.

What to eat at Hom Market?

Bánh giò (pyramid rice dumpling), chè (sweet soup), bún riêu (crab noodle soup), and phở cuốn (rolled pho) are popular dishes sought after by many visitors.

See More

• Rong Market Nam Dinh
• Dong Xuan Market
• Hanoi Old Quarter Night Market
• Long Bien Market