VIETNAM
Vietnam's standout days.
The 15 most popular show tours in Vietnam. What each day is actually like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Book Hanoi Water Puppet Show tickets in advance, pick up near the theatre, and enjoy 50 minutes of classic Vietnamese water puppetry.
“The show was great! Booking the tickets through GYG was very worth it as I just showed up and collected them from the ladies at the front of the theatre. Definitely recommend!”
See Ho Chi Minh’s 1,000-year-old water puppet tradition. A funny, musical 45–75 minute show on a pool stage in District 1.
“it was very entertaining very funny and we really enjoyed it well worth the money and the time!”
Skip the line for Hanoi’s Thang Long Water Puppet Show with easy ticket pickup or hotel delivery, plus seat choice and cultural stories.
“MUST SEE. I almost did not see it and would have regretted it.You get to know about many Vietnamese stories and culture. Buy the audio guide to understand better. You can buy tickets directly at the counter too (from 100k VND) but this is very convenient.”
À Ố Show bamboo circus at Saigon Opera House: live folk music, 17 instruments, and stunning acrobatics in a one-hour performance.
“It made a Change from the hustle bustle of the city. Great show”
A budget-friendly night in Hoi An: park access from 4 pm, then the 500-performer Hoi An Memories show with themed villages and pagodas.
“Beautiful show displaying the history of Vietnam. Their resilience and elegance emanates throughout the show. Mesmerising!”
Hoi An Memories Land ticket bundles Hoi An Impression Park and the big 8pm Memories Show with 500 performers and village scenes.
“It was a lovely themed collection of villages and performances. Food was readily available for all budgets. The photo opportunities were amazing at night. Incredible performance with an outstanding stage larger than a football field with lights and props that will amaze. Perhaps a small map for guest to know where each village was eg…”
Skip the ticket line for the Thang Long Water Puppet Show in Hanoi. 50 minutes of legend, live music, and classic water puppetry.
“The show was absolutely so cute to watch. it's in Vietnamese and you might get a audio guide.”
90-minute Han River night cruise with top-deck skyline views. Weekends feature Dragon Bridge fire and water; food bar extra.
“Make sure you do this trip at the weekend to watch the dragon bridge display which us incredible. otherwise, it will just be your regular trip down a river ti see lit up buildings, ( some od which it has to be said, are pretty impressive)”
See Hanoi’s Thang Long water puppet show: 1 hour of live music and legend-based skits on water, with $8 tickets and easy pickup.
“A very entertaining show with great music! I didn't take the audioguide, and don't really feel like it would have brought any extra value. Just enjoy the music and watch the water puppets do their impressive tricks!”
Poseidon Han River dinner cruise in Da Nang with Apsara dance, DJ party, and Dragon Bridge fire-and-water show Fri–Sun.
“The Poseidon cruise was excellent. The attention to detail, helpful staff and organisation was incredible. We had the best view and being our anniversary, they made it so special. Entertainment was good as well. The 4 course meal was divine. I recommend the Poseidon Cruise as its value for money.”
Hanoi water puppet show tickets delivered to your Old Quarter hotel. Skip lines at Thang Long Theatre for a 50-minute classic.
“Very fun and unique cultural experience. We didn't end up getting the translation, but still had fun regardless.”
Taste Hanoi street food on a guided Old Quarter walk, then watch Thang Long water puppets with Hoan Kiem lake night views.
“We had an amazing experience on this walking tour, street train visit, and water puppet show, all thanks to Sarah, our fantastic guide. She made us feel safe and comfortable from the start, taking us to hidden gems and local spots we’d never find on our own. Sarah’s explanations were detailed, and she took the…”
Skip the hot ticket line and enjoy Hanoi’s Thang Long water puppet show, a 50-minute set of legends, folk music, and master puppetry.
“It was really beautiful even if it’s in Vietnamese, you can see the traditional life and also performance of holy animals. It’s a really nice memory. Also we got our tickets without any problems. So I can only recommend, :)”
Hoi An Memories Land ticket with a major river show plus park mini-acts and Kuha Island access for about an hour of stage magic.
“It was GORGEOUS! Massive show, such powerful and beautiful dancers! Highly recommend the High class seats! Not the Eco-seats, because those were just a bench with people cramped up together and no backing so you couldn’t lean back. Also, if you want English subtitles for the Scene titles, sit on the Left side (facing the…”
A one-hour Da Nang dance and music show blending Champa culture, Ao Dai, lotus dances, and modern visuals for about $22.
“It's an amazing show. Very well done. We loved it! There should be more acrobatics, but other than that, it was excellent.”
