Water puppetry is a tradition that dates back as far as the 11th century when it originated in the villages of the Red River Delta area of Northern Vietnam. Today's Vietnamese water puppetry is a unique variation of the ancient Asian puppet tradition. Book now to enjoy a show at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre and discover a unique part of Vietnamese culture.

Itinerary:

The tradition of water puppet theatre stems from a time when rice paddy fields were flooded and villagers would create entertainment by standing in the waist-deep water with the puppets performing over the water. Using large rods to support the puppets it appeared as if they were moving across the water with the puppeteers hidden behind a screen

Enjoy the magical sounds of Water Puppetry performed by traditional Vietnamese instruments such as Erhu, Flute, Zither, Monochord, and Cheo singing

Located right next to the famous Hanoi Old Quarter and in front of the ancient Sword Lake (Hoan Kiem Lake), Thang Long Water Puppet Theater is located in the centre of Hanoi CapitalThang Long Water Puppet Theater has performed for audiences of over 40 countries, leaving marks from Asia to Europe, America, and Australia.

Exchange your tickets 30 minutes before your show time at our ticket counter

Meet-Up Information:

• Venue: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater
• Redemption Point: On site
• Showtimes: 16:10 - 17:20 and 18:30
• Duration: Around 50 mins
• Language: Puppet body language, Vietnamese
• Meeting time: 30 minutes before the showtime
• Address: No. 57b Dinh Tien Hoang, Hoan Kiem, Ha Noi 

Purchase Notice: 
If the show is chartered or fully booked, we reserve the right to change your booking to another time or another day

Reminders:

• Your electronic ticket is not the actual ticket for the show. Please note that you have to exchange for physical tickets at our ticket counter on site.
• Please note that you have to be at the theater at least 15 minutes before the show; otherwise your tickets will automatically be cancelled
• Flash photography is not allowed