Nightlife in Can Tho

Though the nightlife scene in Can Tho is less bustling than that of Ho Chi Minh City, there is still a lot you can do once the sun sets here. Here are some recommended activities for those looking to have fun in the late hours.

1. Have a drink by the quay

Spend a couple of hours like a local and enjoy fresh fruit smoothies or a traditional Vietnamese coffee. Sit back, relax and watch the hustle and bustle of Ninh Kieu Quay unfold before you. Amavo Cafe is a modern, sleek cafe with a view of the quay, while Kim Tho Cafe offers a rooftop view of the city centre.

Address:
Amavo Cafe: 16 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, Ninh Kieu District
Kim Tho Cafe: 1 Ngo Gia Tu Street, Ninh Kieu District

2. Visit the night market

Night markets are a great place to buy some interesting souvenirs, as well as to experience the time-honored tradition of haggling. They also contain some of the most delicious (and cheapest!) food stalls around, so if you are looking for a taste of Southern Vietnamese cuisine, the night markets have that covered. A few markets worth a visit are the New Can Tho Market, An Binh Market, as well as the stalls on 30/4 Street and Mau Than Street.

Address:
New Can Tho Market: Hai Ba Trung Street, Tan An Ward, Ninh Kieu District
An Binh Market: Roundabout, An Binh Ward, Ninh Kieu District

3. Mingle with the locals

Can Tho is full of friendly people, so why not go out and have some fun? Bars and pubs are not common here, but are all high-quality establishments. For a nightclubbing experience, XK Club, King Beer Club and V18 Club are jam-packed with young locals, while Iris Sky Bar has some delicious mixed drinks wịth a touch of Mekong Delta flavors, and arguably the best view of the city.

Address:
XK Club: 108B Tran Van Kheo Street, Ninh Kieu District
King Beer Club: 27 Le Loi Street, Cai Khe Ward, Ninh Kieu District
V18 Club: 18 Hai Ba Trung Street, Ninh Kieu District
Iris Sky Bar:  Rooftop, Iris Hotel, 224 30/4 Street, Xuan Khanh Ward, Ninh Kieu District

4. Take a dinner cruise

Let a sampan take you around Can Tho as you take in the sights of the bright lights and beautiful colors of this city. Then, stop at Sao Hom Restaurant, one of the most famous dining establishment in Can Tho for an authentic Vietnamese dinner. A wonderful experience all around, and definitely something you must try when you are in this city.

Address:
TransMekong Tours: 144 Hai Ba Trung Street, Ninh Kieu District
Website: http://9dragons.mekong-delta.com/en/2_mystic/7_dinner

5. Go on a food tour

Can Tho is a city filled with good food, a place where the old intertwines with the new. What better way to explore it than on the back of a motorbike? Hop on a bike with a local guide as they take you around some of the city centre’s hidden street food gems, from fresh nem nuong to local beer and more. Guaranteed to satisfy you in every way. (It’s also super cheap, so the cost isn’t a problem)

Address: Mekong Tours: 93 Mau Than Street, Xuan Khanh Quarter, Ninh Kieu District
Website: http://mekongtours.info/cantho-food-tour/