Apricot Gallery, Hanoi

Apricot Gallery, Hanoi

Located in a charming French colonial building, Apricot Gallery stands as a beacon of Vietnamese art in Hanoi. As the first private gallery in the city, it offers a serene three-story space adorned with a stone waterfall on the first floor, providing a tranquil ambiance that enhances the art viewing experience.

Apricot Gallery is renowned for showcasing top-quality, original artworks from Vietnam’s most esteemed artists, including both established masters and emerging talents. Its walls are meticulously arranged with oil paintings, presented in a museum-quality setting that highlights the exquisite nature of each piece. The gallery's commitment to quality and authenticity has made it a favorite among art lovers and collectors.

The gallery has also earned international recognition, with former U.S. President Bill Clinton among its notable patrons, having been captivated by a landscape piece by Hoang Hai Anh. This endorsement underscores the gallery's status as a premier art destination.

In addition to its impressive collection, Apricot Gallery is known for its exceptional customer service. The professional staff are knowledgeable and provide in-depth background information on each artwork, offering consultations to help buyers find pieces that best fit their tastes and purposes. The gallery also offers custom framing and international shipping services via DHL and Federal Express, ensuring that purchases can be securely delivered anywhere in the world.

Nestled among silk shops and handicraft peddlers, Apricot Gallery is a cultural gem that highlights the diverse talents of Vietnamese artists across various mediums and styles. Its rotating exhibitions include traditional lacquer scenes and modern abstract oil paintings, making it a dynamic and essential visit for anyone interested in Vietnamese art.

Want to visit this sight? Check out these Self-Guided Walking Tours in Hanoi. Alternatively, you can download the mobile app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.

Download The GPSmyCity App

Apricot Gallery on Map

Sight Name: Apricot Gallery
Sight Location: Hanoi, Vietnam (See walking tours in Hanoi)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery

Walking Tours in Hanoi, Vietnam

Create Your Own Walk in Hanoi

Create Your Own Walk in Hanoi

Creating your own self-guided walk in Hanoi is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Hanoi's Old Quarter Walking Tour

Hanoi's Old Quarter Walking Tour

The Old Quarter (Vietnamese: Phố cổ Hà Nội) is the name commonly given to the historical civic urban core of the city, located outside the Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long in the northern half of Hoàn Kiếm District, renowned for its small street blocks and alleys, and a traditional Vietnamese atmosphere.

During the Lê dynasty (1428-1789), the area included several lakes and wetlands...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles
Hanoi Introduction Walking Tour

Hanoi Introduction Walking Tour

Known for its centuries-old architecture and rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences, the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, traces its origin back to the third century BC. Originally, a portion of modern-day Hanoi served as the capital of the historic Vietnamese nation Âu Lạc. Following the collapse of Âu Lạc, the city was made part of Han China (111 BC-40 AD).

...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles