Hoi An Market
Tran Phu Street, Hoi An Ward, Da Nang City
Production ready
PAI 3.3
Crew size: Small (1-15)
Processing time: 6 days
Category: Urban spaces
Hoi An Market: A Cinematic Backdrop of East Asian Daily Life Located along the banks of the Hoai River in Hoi An City, Hoi An Market serves as a quintessential commercial hub connecting the ancient urban heritage core with traditional trading wharves. Steeped in history linked to the international trading port of the 16th–19th centuries, this architectural space now serves as a vivid cinematic backdrop, authentically capturing slices of East Asian life. The location's highlight lies in its "pavilion-style" architecture stretching along the main thoroughfare, distinguished by moss-covered yin-yang tiled roofs, arched doorways bearing French colonial influences, and the iconic yellow walls characteristic of Hoi An. The landscape transitions fluidly from the vibrant dry goods section and the steaming, aromatic culinary corner to the bustling fish market adjacent to the Bach Dang riverfront. The contrast between natural light filtering through roof gaps and the shadows of the ancient architecture creates excellent visual depth for the frame. With local life unfolding continuously from dawn, this location is an ideal choice for dramas, historical films, cultural documentaries, and reality television shows. Utilizing this setting allows filmmakers to capture footage rich in realism and deeply imbued with Vietnamese cultural identity. Content Summary: PTIT Image Source: Thanh Nien Newspaper, Hoi An Ward Electronic Information Portal - Da Nang City, Internet
Location fees
General information
Charging model
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Deposit
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Notes
There is currently no legally mandated standard fee. Film crews should contact the location management unit directly for specific guidance.
Filming location fee schedule
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Applicable policy
Fee discount/waiver policy
Preferential policies apply to domestic and international film crews.
Applicable conditions
Film crews must submit an official request detailing the scale of the production and the filming schedule. A script or content summary may be required for review and approval by the management unit: - For international film crews: Applications must be submitted to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism to obtain a permit for providing film production services in Vietnam. The processing time is 20 days from the date of receiving a complete and valid application. - For domestic film crews: No permit from state cinema management agencies is required, but permission must be obtained directly from the specific location management unit.
Location rules
Dispose of waste in designated areas; do not discharge waste into the Hoai River.
Do not block common walkways at the market pavilion entrances.
Maintain professional conduct; do not harass or pressure vendors for prices.
Professional film crews must obtain location permits from the relevant authorities.
The use of flycams is strictly prohibited without a permit from the Ministry of National Defense.
Infrastructure
Accessibility
Canoe
Boat
Motorbike
Production support
Drone filming allowed
Night filming allowed
Transport service
Authority coordination support
Facilities
Near hospital
4G/5G internet
Waiting area
Water source
Restrooms
Location map
Contact information
Temperature
28.9°C
Feels like 35°C
Weather
Sương mù
Humidity 59%
Wind direction
North
10.4 m/s
Sunrise / sunset
