Dong Ba Market Tours and Tickets

If you only have time for one day trip from Hue, make it a cruise down the Perfume River. Hop aboard a traditional dragon boat for a scenic 3-hour cruise, passing the Dong Ba Market and the Truong Tien Bridge, then jumping off to explore the sacred Thien Mu Pagoda.

This full-day bike tour takes you to a sidewalk cafe to enjoy Vietnamese coffee before setting out for Thuy Bieu village. En route, you'll ride to Ho Quyen (Tiger Arena) and Long Chau Temple with your informative guide. On arrival, view homes that date back more than 100 years, enjoy a home-style lunch, soak your feet in medicinal herbs and participate in candy making. Then relax on a dragon boat ride along the Perfume River back to Hue.

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Hue on a full-day sightseeing tour of the city and its scenic surroundings. Pleasure your palate with exotic ingredients at the Dong Ba Market; explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hue Imperial City on a guided walking tour; and absorb the sacred atmosphere of a local nunnery as you enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Conclude your tour with a tranquil cruise down the Perfume River (Huong River) and enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, where numbers are limited to 12 people.

If you've only got limited time in Hue, see the best of the Imperial City on a full-day tour that includes a traditional Vietnamese lunch. Without the hassle of advance planning, you'll tick off highlights such as Dong Ba Market, the UNESCO-listed The Citadel (Dai Noi), and the Tomb of Ming Mang. Exploring with a guide means you'll be party to cultural and historical information that you may otherwise have missed, while included lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off make for a seamless experience.

Get an in-depth look at Hue on this guided group tour. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city sits on the Perfume River and boasts citadels, palaces, and royal tombs. The itinerary includes a dragon boat ride to the Thien Mu pagoda, the Imperial Citadel, Dong Ba Market, Khai Dinh King's Tomb, and more.

Taking part in a cooking class while aboard a dragon boat is a must-do experience in Hue. Discover tasty recipes as you prepare local Vietnamese cuisine under the guidance of an expert instructor. You're transported by cyclo to Dong Ba Market for ingredients, then provided an engaging 2-hour cooking lesson while you cruise on the Perfume River. Lunch and hotel pickup included.

Dive into Vietnamese culture and history on a full-day private tour. With provided transportation, you're able to complete your comprehensive itinerary comfortably and avoid the stress of public buses. With your private guide on hand, enjoy an immersive and personalized experience not found on large group tours. Discover Thien Mu, Khai Dinh's Tomb, and more. In addition to complimentary admission to each attraction, you're also treated to a traditional Hue lunch.

Get to know Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam, on a full-day city tour with a knowledgeable guide. Learn about Hue's history as the religious, economic and cultural heart of the country under the Nguyen dynasty as you see attractions such as Thien Mu Pagoda, Dong Ba Market and the tombs of emperors. You'll also take a boat ride on the Perfume River.

See the UNESCO-listed Imperial City on a full-day sightseeing tour of Hue. The former imperial capital on the banks of the Perfume River offers visitors a glimpse of royal palaces and tombs. Visit Dong Ba Market; take a dragon boat ride to Thien Mu Pagoda; and tour the Hue Royal Antiquities Museum and kings' tombs with your guide. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport by minivan included.

Ride a cyclo through the streets of Hue and get a taste of its distinctive food culture. This 4-hour private tour departs your hotel in the evening in search of Hue's traditional street food cuisine. Stop by local eateries that feature specialties such as clam noodles, 'bun' (vermicelli with grilled pork) and casava cake. Your own personal guide introduces you to traditional food customs while you slurp and savor.

Rent a car with an English-speaking driver and visit sites such as the Hue Imperial and Royal tombs. This tour is perfect for those who want prefer more control over how long they want to visit each attraction without the feeling of being rushed that some shared tours offer.

Explore a pagoda that helped make Hue a UNESCO World Heritage Site on a 4-hour city tour that includes a boat cruise to Thien Mu Pagoda, hotel pickup and drop-off in the city center, and entrance fees. After visiting the Thien Mu Pagoda, you'll get a taste of Hue's bustling modern culture at Dong Ba Market, where vendors display colorful produce, handicrafts, and local wares. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

Relive the glory of the Imperial City and cruise the romantic Perfume River on this private 8-hour tour of Hue's best bits. Stand in awe before the UNESCO-listed monuments of Hue Citadel; learn how the Perfume River earned its evocative name as you cruise to the Thien Mu Pagoda; and put your haggling skills to use at the Dong Ba Market. After a typical Vietnamese lunch (included), explore the grand Tu Duc Tomb and visit a crafts village where conical hats and incense are made.

Spend a full day exploring UNESCO-listed Hue and relive the glory of the former Imperial capital. Get a taste of local life at the buzzing Dong Ba Market; cruise along the Perfume River to the sacred Thien Mu pagoda; then marvel over historic monuments like the Forbidden Purple City and Kinh Thanh Citadel. After lunch (own expense), discover the legacy of the Nguyen Dynasty with a visit to the elaborate Tu Duc and Khai Dinh tombs.

With private shore excursion, you will explore famous high-light pots of Hue including Hai Van Pass, Perfume River, Thien Mu Pagoda, Hue Imperial City, Dong Ba Market, Minh Mang tomb and have opportunity to enjoy local cuisine and experience local cultures and histories with an insider from Vietnam Shore Excursions.