Stroll along Halong Night Market
If you want to sample some of the local produce in Halong Bay then one of the best places to do this is at Bai Chay Market.
This is a local Vietnamese market in Halong Bay and you will find huge heaps of fresh fruit and vegetables here as well as plenty of seafood.
You can also buy other local items like clothing and textiles so this is a good spot to visit if you want to stock up on souvenirs.
Experienced shoppers recommend bargaining hard to 30-50% of the original offered price. Most shops accept US Dollars as well as the local currency, Dong.