Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City

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Tours & day trips

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Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine

Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 40 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,543 per adult
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine

Shopping & fashion

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Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour from Ho Chi Minh city

Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour from Ho Chi Minh city

Activity duration is 10 hours and 15 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 52 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,543 per adult
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour from Ho Chi Minh city

Attractions

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Full-Day Excursion To Mekong Delta From Ho Chi Minh City

Full-Day Excursion To Mekong Delta From Ho Chi Minh City

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,624 per adult
Full-Day Excursion To Mekong Delta From Ho Chi Minh City

Classes & workshops

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Cooking Class with Ben Thanh Market visit

Cooking Class with Ben Thanh Market visit

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,588 per adult
Cooking Class with Ben Thanh Market visit

Adventure & outdoor

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6Day Package Vietnam Tour: Sai Gon - Hanoi - Ha long Cruise

6Day Package Vietnam Tour: Sai Gon - Hanoi - Ha long Cruise

Activity duration is 6 days
Free cancellation available
Price is P 20,127 per child
6Day Package Vietnam Tour: Sai Gon - Hanoi - Ha long Cruise

What to do in Ho Chi Minh City

Popular places to visit

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Ben Thanh Market

No trip to Ho Chi Minh City is complete without exploring this bustling market where you can enjoy a traditional Vietnamese dish or purchase souvenirs.

Ben Thanh Market
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Bui Vien Walking Street

When you visit Bui Vien Walking Street, a popular shopping spot in Ho Chi Minh City, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Bui Vien Walking Street
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Saigon Square

During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Saigon Square
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Dong Khoi Street

One of two major commercial centers in Ho Chi Minh City, this street has high-end shops, cafés and restaurants as well as some of the city’s finest architecture.

Dong Khoi Street
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Pham Ngu Lao Street

Travelers on a budget flock to this area of Ho Chi Minh City, which offers up quality rooms, delicious food and a variety of goods for very reasonable prices.

Pham Ngu Lao Street
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Vincom Center Shopping Mall

Two buildings packed with some of the finest designer brands in the world make up the city’s largest shopping hub.

Vincom Center Shopping Mall
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Ho Chi Minh City Opera House

This stunning theater, with its glistening white architecture and curved lines, makes it easy to forget that you are in Ho Chi Minh City and not in Paris.

Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
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War Remnants Museum

A sobering collection of artillery, documentation and graphic exhibitions depict the effects of the Vietnam War.

War Remnants Museum
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Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden

Whether you want to see exotic animals or enjoy a stroll through colorful gardens, this park transports you from the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City.

Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden

Areas of Ho Chi Minh City

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District 1

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of District 1. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.

District 1
Ben Thanh Market featuring street scenes, markets and shopping

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

4/5(10 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Benthanh Street Food Market while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
War Remnants Museum showing interior views

District 3

Travelers come to District 3 for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like War Remnants Museum and Tao Dan Park while you're in town.

District 3
Saigon Central Post Office featuring interior views and heritage architecture

Dong Khoi

4/5(5 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Union Square or Dong Khoi Street while you're exploring the area.

Dong Khoi
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District 7

District 7 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Cresent Mall and Saigon River.

District 7
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District 5

Travelers come to District 5 for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like An Dong Market and Cho Lon Mosque while you're in town.

District 5