We chose this Water Puppet theater because of its close proximity to the centre of the old quarter, and the fact that it had regular viewing sessions. It’s well priced for tourists and very popular, so buy your tickets in the morning if you intend to go in the evening. The seats are allocated, so don’t be intimidated by the thick crowd that enters/exits as the shows change over.
I had a great night. I think it’s a must do in Hanoi to be honest. I’ve seen Wayang Golek and Wayang Kulit puppetry in Indonesia and it wasn’t dissimilar. Local legends brought to life with live traditional music. The water puppets are very impressive and the stories (although not in English) are very easy to follow and engage with. Such fun! It’s an night of wholesome family entertainment.
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