Aspiring young arlists display their works in Hanoi's private art galleries in the hope of attracting a buyer. The highest concentration of upmarket galleries is on Pho Trang Tien, between Hoan Kiem Lake and the Opera House - just stroll down the strip. Most art galieries have some English-speaking staff, and are open daily until 8pm or 9pm. Prices range from a few dollars to a few thousand and polite bargaining is the norm.

Apricot Gallery
Add: 40B Hang Bong
Tel: (84-8) 828 8965
Another upmarket gallery with well displayed pieces and professional service.

Art Space
Add: 4 Au Trieu
Tel: (84-4) 928 5859
Decent gallery offering works from a selection of artists.

Gallery 79 Tue Tinh
Add: 79 Tue Tinh
Tel: (84-4) 822 6874
Opportunities to choose paintings that have been selected from the works of Vietnamese talented painters of various generations.

Hoang Minh Gallery
Add: 59 Van Mieu
Tel: (84-4) 747 1999
Specialized in reproduction all the world's masterpieces by oil, lacquer and hand - made embroidery.

Hanoi Art Gallery
Add: 36-38 Trang Tien
Tel: (84-4) 934 7192
Central location close to Hoan Kiem Lake. Wide range of works, some at very reasonable prices.

Gallery Huong Xuyen
Add: 16 Ngo Quyen Str, Hanoi
Tel: (84-4) 934 2721
Email: huongxuyen@hn.vnn.vn

Mai Hien Studio
Add: 99 Nguyen Thai Hoc
Tel: (84-4) 846 9614
Good outlet for decent Vietnamese art.

Studio Le Thu
Add: 8 Alley -167/4 - D4 Phuong Mai
Tel: (84-4) 852 3538
Email: thucuongstudio@fpt.vn

Vine Annex Art & Antiques
Add: 45 Au Co, Tay Ho
Tel: (844) 719 8321
Fax: (84-4) 719 8465
A gallery of Fam Luc's artworks, also a venue for sit down, buffet parties, wine tasting and fundraisers. Can seat 50, or 75 standing.