The two tickets at a glance
| Ticket collected at an office | Second skip-the-line ticket | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating read | 4.5 out of 5, 1,607 reviews | 4.5 out of 5, 1,416 reviews |
| Price read | From $7 per person | Price shown when you book |
| Duration | 50 minutes | 50 minutes |
| Ticket collection | Voucher exchanged at the seller's office, 31 Lo Su street, at least 30 minutes before | Read on the listing when you book |
| Hotel service | Mentioned, with an optional hotel delivery | Not stated |
| Cancellation | Free up to 24 h before | Free up to 24 h before |
Which ticket for which traveller?
- Cheapest and most reviewed: the ticket from $7, the most commented. One review mentions slow communication with the seller: book with some margin.
- A simpler process: the second ticket, if its listing suits you when you book; a recent review mentions a front-row seat.
- With children: an April 2026 review says the children loved it; the songs are in Vietnamese, but the scenes can be followed without translation.
Check before you book
- The paper ticket is collected at the seller's office, a 3-minute walk from the theatre: allow 30 minutes before the show, and be at the theatre 20 minutes before it starts.
- Flash is not allowed. The audio guide is rented on site, 50,000 VND per show.
- The seller may move the show; if the new time does not suit you, the booking is refunded.
- The first ticket's listing says it is not suitable for wheelchair users.
For the venue and the history of the show, see the Thang Long theatre page; to plan your evenings, Hanoi in 2 days.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a water puppet ticket in Hanoi?
From $7 per person for the most booked ticket, read on 6 November 2026.
How long is the show?
50 minutes.
Do I need to understand Vietnamese?
No: the songs are in Vietnamese, but the scenes of village life and legends can be followed without translation.
The Hanoi Authority editorial team, 6 November 2026.
