Explore the Top 8 Renowned Shopping Spots in Can Tho

Similar to other floating markets in the Mekong Delta, this market originated to meet the trading and exchanging needs when roadways and transportation were underdeveloped.

People gather on the river using boats, canoes, and small boats. Nowadays, despite the extensive road network, the floating market still thrives, offering economic and touristic potential to this Mekong Delta region.

Cai Rang Market usually starts early, often from dawn until around 8 or 9 o'clock. Goods are displayed on boats, with each boat specializing in a specific product. In front of each boat, there is usually a pole with hanging samples of the goods the boat offers.

The market is busiest from 7 - 8 in the morning. It is less active and almost inactive on Lunar New Year (1st and 2nd days of Tet) and Duanwu Festival (5th day of the 5th lunar month). Due to shoppers' demands, there are not only boats selling fruits and agricultural products but also various services: pho, hu tieu (noodle soup), coffee, floating bars, and more. Service boats (usually small boats) navigate to serve shoppers and tourists alike.

Additionally, motorized boats (service boats) offering market tours are also popular among tourists. From dawn until the market closes, every boat is packed with people, and the market operates every day. The price for a motorized boat tour to the market is 20,000 VND/person. If tourists want to pass under the Can Tho Bridge to admire the bridge from under the river just as the sun rises, an additional 10,000 VND/person will be charged.

Address: Cai Rang Floating Market is situated on the Cai Rang River, near Cai Rang Bridge, approximately 6 km from the city center of Can Tho, and takes about 30 minutes by boat from Ninh Kieu Wharf (Can Tho City - the capital of the old Western Region).

The market typically comes to life around 4-5 AM as the sun begins to rise, and by 7-8 AM, it gradually disperses. Unlike the Cai Rang Floating Market, which primarily trades agricultural products, Phong Dien Floating Market is more diverse. It offers a wide range of products from garden produce such as oranges, pomelos, mangoes, sapodillas, plums, and rambutans to household items, tools for production, handmade products, and various general goods from both domestic and international sources.

In addition, Phong Dien Floating Market features a rich culinary section offering delicacies such as balut, grilled meat noodles, duck salad, and noodle soup. Sitting on a boat in the fresh morning air, enjoying a bowl of noodle soup or banh canh, one can feel the simplicity of the experience. Nowadays, the market also provides new services such as a floating gas station with a capacity of several thousand liters for passing boats, repair shops for scales and engines, and a floating tailoring service for quick customer service.

In general, whatever items are found in the city market are also available in the floating market. The unique and outstanding feature of the floating market is the 'hanging goods' method. In front of each boat, a long pole is inserted or placed horizontally, on which goods for sale are hung. This 'hanging goods' method represents a unique trading culture of the floating market – quiet, simple, not aggressively attracting customers, yet strangely captivating. Buyers must look at the 'hanging pole' to find their desired items.

Today, despite the extensive development of road networks reaching the remote rural areas of Can Tho City and the entire Mekong Delta, these floating markets continue to exist and disperse along the large winding rivers—a distinctive cultural feature of the people in the riverside region.

Address: Phong Dien Floating Market is located at the confluence of the Can Tho River, where it branches off from the Hau River, approximately 17 km southeast of the city center.

Tây Đô Night Market serves as a major trading hub for the provinces in the Mekong Delta and has evolved into an enticing cultural and entertainment destination in Can Tho. Despite being active for only a few years, Tây Đô Night Market is considered a distinctive and appealing cultural tourism spot that attracts not only locals but also visitors from afar.

Formerly, Tây Đô Market was a wholesale market where various goods were exchanged with many domestic and international locations. Today, Tây Đô has become a significant and vital trading center for the provinces in the Mekong Delta, gradually gaining recognition as a unique cultural and attractive tourist destination.

This market with a strong Southern flavor starts bustling around 4 PM when vendors are busy preparing their merchandise. Not overly cramped or chaotic, Tây Đô Night Market features spacious asphalt pathways and neatly arranged stalls. The range of goods traded at Tây Đô Night Market is extremely diverse, from fruits to clothing, jewelry to handicrafts, and seafood. Everything you need can be found here.

Famous Mekong Delta fruits like jackfruit, oranges, mangoes, etc., ensure freshness and taste. You can enjoy these fruits right at the market while strolling around, selecting items, and admiring the surroundings. Street food, grilled seafood, and various snacks are also available at this bustling night market.

Currently, Tây Đô Night Market offers various entertainment activities for tourists, such as electronic games and outdoor music stages. The charming rural beauty, with its simple and rustic activities of Southern people, also significantly contributes to the unique charm of Tây Đô Night Market.

Address: Tây Đô Night Market is approximately 1 km west of the city center, situated within the Can Tho International Exhibition Fair area.

Sense City Can Tho Shopping Center opened on January 20, 2014, and was constructed by Saigon Can Tho Trading Company Limited, a joint venture between Saigon Co.op, SCID, and C.T.C. It covers an area of over 22,000 m2, including 04 floors for shopping, entertainment, and a 01-floor underground parking lot with an area of 3,500 m2.

Sense City Can Tho Shopping Center integrates a variety of products and services in a modern shopping space, harmoniously arranged between fashion, cosmetics, jewelry, accessories, household items, entertainment areas, and a multi-regional Foodcourt.

Notably, the presence of famous brands from both domestic and international markets, the first time in Can Tho, along with the entertainment complex for families, youth, and office workers featuring over 4,000 m2 dedicated to Games/Bowling equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, children's play area with exciting games, and 6 cinema halls offering 2D & 3D movies following international standards, all under the CGV (Megastar) brand, makes Sense City Can Tho a place for customers to comfortably 'Experience the joy of shopping' and have relaxing moments, enjoying exciting shopping experiences.

Address: No. 01 Hoa Binh Boulevard, Tan An Ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City.

Website: https://canthotourism.vn/en/sensecity

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dothimiensongnuoc

Can Tho Market, also known as Hang Duong Market or 'Six Provinces Market', is located on Hai Ba Trung Street.

The market, built over a hundred years ago, shares its architectural beauty and uniqueness with the two major markets in Saigon, Ben Thanh Market, and Binh Tay Market, especially at night. This bustling shopping destination is situated in the city center, attracting many tourists. It is considered the most beautifully designed market in the Mekong Delta region, serving as the trade and commerce hub for the six southern provinces and deeply rooted in the historical life of the local people. The market is open daily from 7 AM to 8 PM.

The market is designed with a blend of modern and ancient elements, facing Hang Dua Street in the front and the Hau River at the back. It offers a wide range of goods, from traditional handicrafts to agricultural and aquatic products processed by Song Hau Farm.

In addition to its architectural beauty, Can Tho Ancient Market holds significant historical value, being the busiest market in the Mekong Delta, integral to the lives of people in the Western region. It is a lively trading place with a variety of goods and agricultural products.

Inside Can Tho Ancient Market, visitors have the opportunity to explore and purchase various handicrafts and souvenirs of Can Tho. There are also stalls selling processed agricultural products. Behind the market, facing the riverbank, there is a restaurant offering delicious and distinctive dishes from the Mekong Delta, attracting a large number of visitors, especially those coming to Can Tho.

Address: Can Tho Market is located on Hai Ba Trung Street, near Ninh Kieu Park, in Tan An Ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City.

The Big C supermarket chain operates on the 'Commercial Center' or 'Hypermarket' model, a modern retail format being implemented by the Casino Group (the parent company of Big C). Casino is one of the leading retail groups globally, with over 307,000 employees working at more than 12,000 branches across Vietnam, Thailand, Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Colombia, France, Madagascar, and Mauritius.

Currently, Big C Vietnam has a total of 26 Big C supermarkets nationwide.

At commercial centers and Big C hypermarkets, most of the space is dedicated to consumer goods and high-quality, affordable food. The business products at Big C supermarkets can be divided into 5 main categories, as follows:

• Fresh food: meat, seafood, fruits and vegetables, processed foods, frozen foods, dairy products, and bread.
• Dry food: Spices, soft drinks, beverages, snacks, alcohol, biscuits, cosmetics, and pet food and accessories.
• Clothing and accessories: Men's, women's, children's and infant's fashion, footwear, and handbags.
• Household appliances: Various home appliances including kitchen appliances, home entertainment equipment, computers, and information technology tools and accessories.
• Interior decoration items: Tables, chairs, kitchen utensils, plastic items, household items, decorative items, upgrade and maintenance tools, mobile accessories, motorcycles, sports equipment, and toys.

Business activities in the Big C supermarket commercial corridor can be divided into 4 main groups:

• Food and beverage: Restaurants, fast food areas, and food courts.
• Entertainment: Cinemas, karaoke booths, and playgrounds for children.
• Other stores: Bookstores, clothing stores, phone and electronics stores.
• Services: Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)...

Address: Lot 1, Hung Phu 1 Residential Area, Hung Phu Ward, Cai Rang District, Can Tho City

Officially opened on July 26, 2015, Vincom Plaza Hung Vuong, Can Tho is the first shopping mall in the Mekong Delta region, opening up a new consumer world and elevating the lives of the local residents. Located at the intersection of Hung Vuong and August Revolution streets, Vincom Plaza Hung Vuong, Can Tho boasts elegant and modern architecture. The total floor area of the shopping mall is up to 18,000 m2, comprising 5 above-ground floors and 1 basement serving thousands of visitors daily.

Diverse Prestigious Brands
Vincom Plaza Hung Vuong, Can Tho gathers a full range of products from fashion, accessories, cosmetics, furniture to gastronomy... The fashion world features the presence of reputable brands such as Sabina, Emigo, JMG, Samsonite, providing an excellent fashion experience for the people of Can Tho.

VinMart Supermarket
The VinMart supermarket, spanning over 1,200 m2, offers a variety of competitively priced and quality-assured products, catering to 100% of the daily essential needs of every family with the best quality and most competitive prices.

Rich Gastronomic World
The gastronomic world located on the 4th and 5th floors brings the essence of Japanese, Korean, European-American cuisines, and the flavors of the three regions of Vietnam with major brands appearing in Can Tho for the first time, such as Highlands Coffee, King BBQ, Daruma, Gogi House, Jollibee, Kichi Kichi...

VinPro Electronics Center
VinPro Electronics Center on the 3rd floor provides phones, tablets, laptops, electronics, refrigeration, home appliances, and accessories from world-famous brands with meticulous after-sales service for technology enthusiasts.

CGV Cinema
The renowned CGV cinema chain is equipped with Dolby Surround 7.1 multidirectional sound systems, providing the audience with realistic and vibrant film experiences, in line with international cinema standards. In addition to modern screening rooms, the waiting area at the cinema complex with a retro design style and the Popcorn Factory area will surely satisfy customers while waiting to enjoy the movie.

First Natural Ice Skating Rink in Can Tho
The first natural ice skating rink in the city - Vinpearlland Ice Rink Can Tho is where young people can experience artistic sports such as ice skating, hockey, specialties of cold regions... Vincom Plaza Hung Vuong has brought the people of Can Tho and neighboring areas an ideal destination for shopping, entertainment, and gastronomy.

Address: No. 2 Hung Vuong Street, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City

Facebook: https://vincom.com.vn/vi/tttm/vincom-plaza-hung-vuong-can-tho

Website: https://www.facebook.com/vincom.com.vn/?fref=ts

LOTTE is the fifth-largest conglomerate in South Korea, established since 1967, operating in 60 different business sectors across multiple countries.

Lotte Cinema Ninh Kieu: Located on the 3rd floor of Lotte Mart Shopping Center with 4 screening rooms. Particularly, there is one large screening room with approximately 228 seats and a massive 8x18 m screen. Additionally, there is a dedicated member card counter at the cinema complex. With each membership card, you will receive a highly attractive Coupon package with freebies and discounts on popcorn and drinks. Furthermore, during the grand opening, Lotte Cinema offers discounted movie tickets ranging from 19,000 to 39,000 VND, and the first 1,000 moviegoers will receive a free Ant Man plastic cup.

Lotte Supermarket: Situated on the second floor of Lotte Mart Shopping Center. It offers a wide range of products, with over 60% being high-quality Vietnamese goods. Alongside, there are products from South Korea that you may not find in other supermarkets in Can Tho. With a spacious layout, clean aisles, it provides great convenience for customers. Diverse in terms of products and designs. There are counters for dry ingredients, fresh produce, and even bakeries. All are visually appealing, just waiting for you to bring them home. Lotte Supermarket also has a membership card program, which can be integrated with the Lotte Cinema membership card for added convenience...

Address: 84 Mau Than, An Hoa Ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City