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15 Best Hanoi Water Puppet Show Tickets

The water puppet tickets worth booking ahead: a thousand-year-old art form performed in a pool, with live musicians and dragons that spit sparks. Shows sell out nightly in high season.

1.Hanoi: Water Puppet Show Tickets

Experience Vietnam’s traditional water puppetry in Hanoi with tickets that let you skip lines, choose your showtime, and enjoy an authentic 50-minute performance.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Magical performance and the music was wonderful too. The ticket experience was stressful. People with online bookings had to wait in a crowd until 5 minutes before the performance and seat tickets were handed out by one employee. Sells out all the time, but pre…”

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2.Hanoi: Water Puppet Show Ticket with Hotel Delivery Add-On

Experience the traditional Vietnamese art of water puppetry in Hanoi with skip-the-line tickets, hotel delivery options, and front-row seats for an authentic cultural show.

★ 4.5

“the music and singing was so amazing traditional Vietnamese music was stunning and the puppeteer were awesome so clever and creative, really enjoyed this experience”

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4.Skip the Line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Entrance Tickets

Discover Hanoi’s cultural charm with skip-the-line tickets to the Thang Long Water Puppet Theater, combining authentic Vietnamese entertainment with convenience and value.

★ 4.5

“I had a fantastic experience at the Water Puppet Theatre in Hanoi! I bought my ticket just a few minutes before showtime, walked right in, sat down, and enjoyed the performance — it was that simple and stress-free. The show itself Read more”

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6.Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Tickets

Discover Hanoi's traditional art with a 50-minute water puppet show—family-friendly, authentic, and affordable at just $10 per ticket, booked in advance.

★ 4.0

“There was no line skipping. Easier and cheaper to buy your tickets at the show if you are wandering past earlier Show was very good but I’d advise anyone to buy direct instead”

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7.Hanoi Water Puppet Show Tickets: Convenient Delivery Service

Discover Hanoi's traditional water puppet show with pre-booked tickets, hotel delivery, and a 50-minute authentic performance near Hoan Kiem Lake.

★ 4.0

“Came to see the water puppets as it’s a Hanoi tradition. 45 min show. Spoken words are not in English so opt for an audio guide otherwise you won’t know what’s going on.”

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8.Hanoi: Full-Day City Tour and Water Puppet Show

Explore Hanoi’s highlights on a full-day guided tour, including temples, museums, a water puppet show, and authentic local cuisine—great value and authentic experiences.

★ 4.6

“The trip was awesome, however, I wish I knew ahead of time that the Mausoleum was closed on Monday and Friday if you wish to see Ho Chi Minh and pay your respects. But even if you don't see him, the trip was great and…”

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9.Thang Long Water Puppet Theater

Experience Hanoi’s unique water puppetry at Thang Long Water Puppet Theater. Enjoy a 55-minute show blending culture, tradition, and artistry for just $6.51.

★ 4.5

“A must in Hanoi... I was not subjugated but it is also interested in the culture of other countries.Auto-translated”

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10.Lotus Water Puppet Theater

Experience Vietnam’s traditional water puppetry at Hanoi’s Lotus Water Puppet Theater. Enjoy a colorful, cultural show just steps from Hoan Kiem Lake for only $4.10.

★ 4.0

“A unique and skilful presentation of life scenes and history of Vietnam . Clean and tidy premises. Well worth the the visit”

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