Location: Hoi An
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The 10 Best Museums in Hoi An, Quang Nam Province
This city on the central Vietnamese coast is a well-preserved example of the important Southeast Asian trading port it was from the 15th-19th centuries. Already a common stop for backpackers, it is becoming better known to tourists. On the 14th day of each lunar month, the town trades its electric lights for traditional colored lanterns. Sights include the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Quan Cong Temple. Let the town’s expert tailors make you some bespoke clothing.
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1. Phan Kim Chi Art Gallery
2. Ha Ha - Art In Everything
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5.0 based on 139 reviews
HAHA - ART IN EVERYTHING gallery located next by the Japanese bridge in Hoi An. At HAHA you’ll find artwork by local Vietnamese artist HA DUONG, others as well gifts and souvenirs with creative flair. All the art, make perfect prestige gifts to take a little Vietnam home. The designs are special and you’ll only find them at HAHA. All HAHA products are designed and produced with high quality materials, love, and easy to travel with. There is Art in Everything at HAHA from small design magnets, notebooks, greeting cards... to larger sizes of original artwork and that’s why the store is so special.
Reviewed By BronwynAsp
This is a beautiful shop with art work that is truly unique compared to most of the other typical souvenirs you find in Hoi An. The pop of colour is striking and appealing. The artist captures Vietnam's beauty in a modern way. It is also affordable which is a surprise in the Ancient Town! Thinh, the artist's sister helped us with all of our needs and she was very friendly and enthusiastic however not bombarding. Excellent little find and definitely worth the visit - even if it is just to support local artists.
3. Precious Heritage by Rehahn
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5.0 based on 1,117 reviews
A 500m2 display of photos and artifacts collected during the last 8 years of Rehahn's exploration of Vietnam. Entrance for this cultural experience is Free In English, French and Vietnamese
Reviewed By ilarialuceripoll - Jakarta, Indonesia
This is definitely a not-to-be-missed gem in Hoi An. Forget the ethnographic and history museums in Hanoi and Saigon, this is the place to truly learn about the different people who inhabit Vietnam. Réhahn is truly passionate about showcasing and preserving the rich heritage of all the ethnic groups in the country, and he has managed to personally assemble a wonderfully extensive collection of traditional costumes and other artefacts. These are presented better than in any museum we have seen here, with detailed explanations for each and—huge bonus—fantastic portraits of villagers. The gallery is free and has set up a couple of humanitarian projects entirely financed through the sale of the gorgeous photographs and books. Absolutely worthwhile spending an hour or so here, and if you happen to be in luck and visit when Rehahn is actually there himself you are in for an extra treat.
4. March Gallery
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5.0 based on 35 reviews
Everything at March Gallery has been created or designed by a professional artist living and working in Vietnam. Currently we represent 4 local and 4 international artists plus the work of founder, Bridget March. We have original paintings, etchings, woodcuts, linocuts, silk screen prints and drawings. There are new collections of modern jewellery and art pieces, ethnic textiles and ethnic sculptures too. Prices range from $1 (art postcards) to $2500 (large acrylic paintings on canvas). In addition, we curate the 'artspace' at the Anantara Resort Hoi An where we host special exhibitions between October and April. March Gallery is your local, provincial gallery in the heart of Vietnam. We look forward to meeting you
Reviewed By scotthai
There is so much mass produced nonsense that passes for art in Hoi An that it was great to find a gallery that showcases the work of serious Vietnamese artists and craftspeople. Some lovely stuff here in a variety of media. Great just to browse and enjoy, but we were so impressed by one particular artist that we just had to buy. Prices were very reasonable. Lovely, helpful staff and the owner, Bridget, is an extremely talented artist in her own right. Well worth a visit.
5. Ly Ly Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By 29MariaR29 - Chicago, United States
We had the pleasure of buying a wonderful oil on canvas from Ly Ly Gallery in Hoi An today. Ly Ly opened her gallery up just for us as after we called her to say we were in the area and wanted to check out her inventory. She couldn’t do enough for us in terms of offering ideas, options and packing solution that would make it the 30 hours travel trip back home! Run don’t walk to this gem of a find.
6. Exquisite - Cultural Gallery
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
We introduce truly Vietnamese cultures by products. Most products in the Gallery are made by ethnic groups (the M'Nong, H'Re, EDe, Cotu, Cham, Thai, Lao, and more...). And of course, all of them are made in Vietnam.
Reviewed By 804emlynb - Hoi An, Vietnam
This shop is an absolute gem of Hoi An. If you want real, authentic souvenirs this is the place to go. Almost everything in the shop is made by tribes and minority groups from all over Vietnam. This shop is a very welcome change from the thousands of souvenir shops selling the same mass produced gifts. The shop owner is a lovely, genuine man who was deeply invested in sharing and preserving the culture of Vietnam. The only downside was, we couldn't take the whole shop home!
7. Tuan Gallery
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
Fine Art & Original Paintings
8. Hung Long Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
9. Cotic
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4.5 based on 77 reviews
10. Vinahouse Craft Village
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
Recognized as the biggest traditional architecture Museum in Vietnam, Vinahouse Space Museum has become a popular hoi an attraction of tourists in the whole world coming to the Central Vietnam Lying on Hoi An Ancient town suburb, connecting the two world UNESCO heritages of Quang Nam, Vinahouse Space possesses 18 unique houses of ancient Vietnamese, 15 restored ancient structures and more than 12,000 exhibits dating back to the 18th through the early 20th century. Vinahouse Space is a cultural attraction that features Vietnam’s foremost display of authentic wooden houses and architecture. Collected over many years, these houses and other structures have been restored to original condition In addition, Coming here visitors can feel comfortable by a peaceful space, the fresh green of the trees which are placed following to feng-shui theory, can experience ancient housing space and discover aspects of daily life for people ranging from royal nobility to the common man and see the artisans carving wood products with their own eyes. Futhermore, “ Mi Quang” making process has been lovingly preserved helping the visitors to be able to envision the lifestyle of the local people centuries ago. This is one of the most interesting cultural ATTRACTIONs for travelers interested in exploring an architectural features unique artistic and history value of high culture of Vietnam.
