Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre tours available right now:

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• Skip the Line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Entrance Ticket
• Skip the Line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Entrance Ticket

Ticket prices for a show at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre start at 100,000 Vietnamese dong and increase depending on the location of the seats (how far away from the stage). There is also a camera fee of 20,000 Vietnamese dong and a video camera fee of 60,000 Vietnamese dong.

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre is one of the premier venues in Hanoi that showcases the Vietnamese art of water puppetry. It’s worthwhile to watch a show at the theater to experience Vietnamese culture and an ancient art form. The shows are suitable and entertaining for both children and adults.

The Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre is located near Hoan Kiem Lake and is an easy walk from the Old Quarter. From elsewhere in Hanoi, take a motorbike taxi, taxi, or bus to the Hoan Kiem Lake stop. The theater also is included in some city sightseeing tours with transfers.

You can purchase tickets from the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre’s website or box office, or through online booking services. Opt for a skip-the-line ticket for priority access or have tickets delivered to your hotel to save time waiting in line. Book tickets in advance for weekend or holiday showtimes.

It’s best to visit the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre on a weekday for a quieter experience. There are five shows a day, beginning in the afternoon, and there is typically an additional morning show on Sunday. Shows last around 50 minutes.

The Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre is generally accessible to wheelchair users, with a smooth and paved path to the entrance, wide doors, and a portable ramp for access. Wheelchair-accessible seating is available, as is an accessible toilet. Wheelchair users may need assistance in some areas.

Yes, you can book skip-the-line tickets for Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre to save time. A show at the theater is also included in a number of different Hanoi sightseeing tours—including tours around the Old Quarter—and can be combined with a cyclo ride or a food tour.