A Guide to Thrift Shops in Hanoi, Vietnam
Updated: Aug 24
The best souvenir from any trip is a cute, unique piece of clothing. So much of my wardrobe is made up of clothing items that I have purchased everywhere from Santorini to Indonesia, so I made it a mission to hunt around for something to bring back with me from Vietnam.
Thrifting is my favorite way to shop -- regardless of whether or not I am traveling. It allows me to be more sustainable in my purchasing decisions; it's far better than fast fashion or other retail shopping. Selfishly, I am also far more likely to find those one-of-a-kind items, and I gush when I tell people they were only $5!
As for when I travel, thrift shops are the best tool for finding the trendiest street in any new city. I either google thrift shop and look for the greatest concentration of stores, or I will ask people working at a more popular thrift shop to recommend others in the area. This is how I found my favorite neighborhoods in Vienna, Melbourne, Dublin, and other cities around the world.
Hanoi is full of history, but the thrifting scene is modern and booming. Shopping secondhand is the norm in Vietnam, which is why they have such an excellent selection of shops. Here are some of my favorite thrift shops in Hanoi, Vietnam:
Thrift Shops in Old City, Hanoi
If you are visiting Hanoi, odds are that you will be staying in the Old City. Many of the thrift shops in this area are conveniently located near other popular spots, so it's easy to pop in and explore while touristing around Hanoi.
Cyber Slvt
This one was my personal favorite, largely because it seems like most people don’t know about it. It has a curated Y2K vibe with a ton of options for micro minis, patterned maxis, lingerie, and other pieces. Plus, they post about their new items on Instagram every day.
Thankfully, this place was recommended to me by someone who works at Chan Con Cong, because you can’t search it on Google Maps. It’s not that far out of the Old Quarter, but this suburb feels much more peaceful and local. If you go to this location (you can also find it in their Instagram bio), it’s upstairs above the art gallery.
Chan Con Cong
This is the thrift shop that was recommended to me the most. It’s a bit pricey by Vietnam standards (paying 300k for something second-hand feels strange when you can also buy it on the straight for 100k), but it’s nicely curated with an upstairs area and a sales section. They have a notable amount of vests.
Hami Shop
This store was not as curated as some of the others, but it was also far less expensive. It’s on the same street as most of the others, so it’s worth sorting through for hidden gems.
Xom Vintage
Well-curated but also fairly expensive. There were a lot of cute items and many of them looked pretty unique. When I was there they were having a summer sale which made it more affordable, but a dress was still 500k on its own.
27 Klub
One of the more popular men’s clothing thrift shops with heaps of T-shirts, pants, and other basics. The whole vibe of the store is very vintage American.
Cua Hang Bach Hoa
Very trendy place to thrift for men’s clothing. They had a lot of hats and other accessories. It’s mainly men’s clothing, but a lot of girls shop there for oversized jackets or pants. It can be a good place to stop if you’re surprisingly cold in Vietnam.
Thrift Shops in Yen Phu, Hanoi
Whether or not you buy anything, it is worth checking it out. The entire Yen Phu peninsula is very calm and offers a great view of the Hanoi skyline. It's a great way to get out of the busyness and noise of the Old City.
Super Na$ty Vintage
Super Na$ty Vintage is likely the most expensive thrift shop in Hanoi, but it is also the best-curated shop in the city. They have great T-shirts and accessories, and the whole vibe of the store is reminiscent of a beach town in California.
Vintage Stadium
Of the thrift shops on this list, Vintage Stadium is one of the less expensive options. They also play great music! They have more men's options than women's.
PhaseTwo Thrift Shop
PhaseTwo is one of the newer thrift shops in Hanoi. They pay attention to quality, and they'll even resize your pants for you to make. sure they fit perfectly. They even steam your items to ensure that they are ready-to-wear as soon as you purchase them!
FRESH by Mountain
FRESH by Mountain is in a great area in Yen Phu, and it's a perfect thrifting experience. There is a lot of beautiful graffiti on that street and the store is super well curated.
Makaw
Makaw has a great combination of vintage and trendy streetwear clothing. They have a lot of unique items and the service is great.
Map of Thrift Shops in Hanoi
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