Ban Phiet market is located in Ban Phiet commune, Bao Thang district, Lao Cai province. It is about 10km from Lao Cai train station, and roughly 45km from Sapa town.
In comparison to other popular markets in Lao Cai such as Bac Ha market or Sapa market, Ban Phiet market is much smaller and not too crowded.
The market is open every Monday, and it starts quite early in the morning.