Welcome to Saigon-Homestay!

It is no exaggeration to say that Ho Chi Minh City is a good land for people who like to enjoy and do coffee business. Saigon people love coffee so much that every beverage store has a common name called "coffee shop". Diners come here not only to sip a cup of Vietnamese-inspired coffee but also for many other reasons; For example, going on dates, meeting friends, watching soccer, working and even reading books.

A cafe for bookworms must meet many strict standards such as quiet, beautiful space, delicious drinks and inspiring music. Also because of being "picky", people who love reading rarely choose a satisfactory meeting place to share their passion. Let me suggest to you beautiful cafes in Saigon that meet the standards of beautiful - unique - quiet!

1. Dabao Concept - Saigon Café Bringing Old Town Breath

Dabao Concept is not a strange name to those who specialize in "hunting" for beautiful cafes in Saigon . In the first impression, Dabao Concept's space is reminiscent of ancient citadels or houses of Hue, with outdoor seating filled with green trees, moss-covered walls and lyrical music. It's hard to find a "dead corner" at Dabao Concept, when just holding the camera up you will immediately have a "million like" photo corner. The only minus point of Dabao Concept is that the menu of drinks and desserts is not impressive, with only basic options.

Dabao Concept

• Address 1: 18A Tu Xuong, Ward 7, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

• Address 2: 151C Hai Ba Trung, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

2. S'mores Saigon Caffè - Beautiful Coffee Shop with Super Cool Design

S'mores Saigon Caffè brings a modern breath with "extremely artistic" interior arrangements. At first glance, it looks like a ruin but turns out to be an unforgettable highlight. The very "Saigon" dustiness of S'mores makes dates with friends and relatives more exciting. The flavor of the desserts here is as unique as the melody of an improvised song resounding in the Saigon sunshine.

S'mores Saigon Caffè is often quite crowded, but thanks to the seating positions being arranged quite far apart, privacy and quietness are still guaranteed. It takes more than one visit to find a "special" drink at S'mores Saigon Caffè but I'm sure you won't mind, #teamKlook second?

S'mores Saigon Caffè

• Address 1: Phan Ton: 1A Phan Ton, Da Kao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

• Address 2: Cao Thang, 2/12 Cao Thang, Ward 5, District 3, HCMC

3. A Priori

A Priori welcomes diners with golden walls and wide open wooden windows, welcoming the abundant morning sunlight. In front is a large canopy tree that both provides shade and creates a soothing green touch. Inside, the tiled floor and wooden tables and chairs are reminiscent of Vietnam many years ago. Thanks to that simple and familiar appearance, every moment at A Priori calms the soul. You can quietly read books, listen to music and watch life move. By the way, once you've been to A Priori, enjoy fresh organic fruit juices or egg coffee here!

A Priori

• Address 1: No. 18 Tran Doan Khanh, Dakao Ward, District 1, HCMC

• Address 2: No. 449/11 Su Van Hanh, Ward 12, District 10, HCMC.

4. The Hidden Elephant Books & Coffee - Soo Café Ben Thanh

The Hidden Elephant Books & Coffee is also "lovely" called Café Con Voi by diners. If you don't know in advance, you will probably mistake this cafe for a library. Choosing dark colors as the main color, the restaurant space is quite minimalist when decorated with wooden tables and chairs, dried flowers and many, many books. From detective novels, love stories to comics, "nerds" can spend all day here without getting bored. Coming here to read a book on a rainy day is absolutely amazing, does #teamKlook agree?

The Hidden Elephant Books & Coffee

• Address: 35, Phan Chu Trinh, Ben Thanh, District 1, HCMC

5. Partea - Tea Room

Located on the 4th floor of the famous "virtual living building" in Saigon - 42 Nguyen Hue, District 1, City. HCM - Partea - English Tearoom is the perfect destination for tea and book lovers. The first impression when entering the shop is the faint smell of fresh tea, very pleasant. The restaurant's interior always changes with each season, bringing a new feeling every time you enter and will definitely create many extremely kawaii virtual living corners for diners who like to "take pictures". Because it is a shop specializing in British tea, from the menu, decoration style to the cup set at Partea all have bold European colors. What could be more romantic than sipping fragrant Earl Gray tea, enjoying delicious cakes and watching the sunset?!

Partea - Tea Room

• Address: 42 Nguyen Hue, Ben Nghe, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

6. Coffee Village

Ban Ca Coffee is memorable because of its nostalgic atmosphere. When you come here, you will enjoy countless drinks, rich desserts and immerse yourself in the peaceful world of books. Ban Ca Phe owns extremely "genuine" bookcases, from novels, foreign literature to comic books associated with the youth of the 8x and 9x generations. The friendly attitude of our staff is a huge plus for Ban Ca Coffee.

Coffee Edition

• Address: 2nd Floor, 38/7 Le Loi, District 1, HCMC

7. Slowee Coffee & Books

Inspired by a used bookstore, the experience at Slowee Coffee & Books can touch the soul (and stomach) of those who love nostalgia. Classic space? Browser! Extremely "quality" rare bookcase? Browse! The only "minus point" is that you will feel that 24 hours is too short to read all the good books here.

Occasionally, Slowee Coffee & Books also organizes many "very good" events such as buying, selling, exchanging old books or painting camps.

Slowee Coffee & Books

• Address: 53 Loc Hung, Ward 6, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City

8. Rosaria Books & Coffee

Rosaria Books & Coffee owns a separate and quite quiet space. The menu here specializes in coffee, guaranteed to satisfy the demanding taste buds of music lovers. If you are looking for a light drink, peach tea and latte are two names you must definitely try. Find yourself a small corner, then immerse yourself in the pages of a book amid the passionate aroma of coffee. Just hearing it made me feel like it, #teamKlook, right?

Rosaria Books & Coffee

• Address: 2nd Floor - 212 To Hieu, Hiep Tan Ward, Tan Phu District, HCMC

9. Co Ba Saigon Café

Although located on the top floor in a modern area of Ho Chi Minh City, this Co Ba Saigon cafe has a very vintage and gentle style of the 80s. From the tables and chairs, the main colors Even the small details create an old Saigon cafe in the heart of modern Saigon.

This place is not only suitable for weekend meetings and chats, but also very suitable for those who want to relax, read or work. With open space and the arrangement of tables far apart, creating a very suitable distance so that anyone who comes can have their own space.

Co Ba Saigon Café

• Address: 5th Floor, 2 - 4 - 6 Dong Khoi, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, City. HCM

10. Ollin Café

Ollin Café has bold Western architecture and is extremely modern. Mixed with a bit of personality and youthfulness to match the personality of Saigon people. In particular, the space here is extremely spacious, although there are many tables and chairs, they are arranged very reasonably so it does not create a feeling of being cramped or too crowded.

This place is very suitable for those who want to find a quiet place to read, work, and above all, the shop is very sophisticated in dividing the space into 3 separate areas. Including the central area of the restaurant, the classic French villa area and the outside relaxation space. Customers visiting the shop can freely choose a space that suits their preferences to sip delicious cups of coffee and feel the beauty of the space here.

Ollin Café

• Address 1: 62 Pham Ngoc Thach, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, HCMC

• Address 2: 300 Nguyen Thi Thap, Tan Quy Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City

• Address 3: 200 Tran Nao, An Khanh Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City

What to eat in Saigon? is where the colorful culinary cultures of many regions collide, a combination of many different flavors. That is also the reason why visitors when coming to Saigon wonder what to eat here.

1. Pha Lau - Saigon Folk Food

Saigon, the city that never sleeps, is not only captivated by its vibrant pace of life but also by its rich and diverse cuisine. Among countless delicious dishes, pha lau emerges as a street symbol, a unique flavor that cannot be ignored.

Whether sunny or rainy, pha lau is always a great choice. The fragrant, rich broth, served with chewy, crunchy, flavorful internal organs, will make you fall in love from the first try. This dish is not only delicious but also imbued with Saigon's culinary culture, an experience not to be missed when coming to this city.

Addresses selling delicious Pha Lau Ngon in Saigon:

• Co Tram's beef stew: 208 Cay Tram, Go Vap

• Co Thao Bo Lau Lau: 243/29G Ton Dan, Ward 15, District 44

• Pha Lau Di Nui: 30 Ton Dan, Ward 15, District 4

• Pha Lau AUNT Phuong: 195 Ba Hat, Ward 9, District 10

2. Bo Bia - Famous Street Food in Ho Chi Minh City

The culinary land of Saigon has witnessed the rise and fall of countless exotic dishes. However, among them, Bo Bia is a name that still retains a special position and gradually becomes a familiar "food item" for snack lovers.

The beef rolls are round and full, made from ingredients such as vegetables, cassava, sausage, pork floss,... mixed with a rich and fatty dipping sauce, which truly stimulates the taste buds.

Delicious Beef Bia Shops In Saigon:

• Bo Bia 1K: Lu Gia Residential Area, District 11

• Bo Bia Suong Nguyet Anh: 93 Cach Mang Thang 8, District 1

• Beef Bia Crab Soup: 287 Le Quang Dinh, Ward 7, Binh Thanh

3. Stewed Duck Noodles - Famous Chinese Dishes in Saigon

Vietnamese people love steamed dishes, and steamed duck noodles are no exception. Influenced by Chinese culture, stewed dishes such as chicken stewed with Chinese medicine and duck stewed with Chinese medicine have become popular with people in Saigon.

When enjoying, you will admire the chewy noodles combined with the duck meat that has been simmered or braised and then deep-fried, creating an attractive combination. A bowl of steamed duck noodles is indispensable for soft-cooked bok choy, and a few slices of shiitake mushrooms added to the dark broth, prepared with many unique Chinese medicinal spices. This is the factor that creates the unique and rich flavor of a bowl of steamed duck noodles.

Addresses of Delicious Stewed Duck Noodle Shops in Saigon

• Din Chon Mi Gia Restaurant: 447 Nguyen Kiem, Ward 9, Phu Nhuan District

• Hai Ky steamed duck noodle shop: 351 Nguyen Trai, Ward 7, District 5

• Luong Ky Mi Gia: 1 Huynh Man Dat, Binh Thanh District

4. Saigon Bread - "National" Specialty That Thousands of People Love

Banh mi, Vietnam's "national" dish, has transcended borders and become one of the most delicious street foods in the world. This Saigon specialty, with a history of more than 150 years, has conquered many diners by.

Taking a bite of the fragrant bread, you will feel the explosion of flavor on the tip of your tongue, with the perfect combination of crispy crust and filling filled with meat, eggs, patties, pate and fresh herbs. . Whether it's morning, noon or night, you can easily find and enjoy this "legendary" dish throughout the streets of Saigon.

Addresses selling delicious Banh Mi in Saigon:

• Phuong Lien Beef Dried Bread: 12 Nguyen Huy Tu, Da Kao Ward, District 1, City. Ho Chi Minh

• Banh Mi 179: 179 Xom Chieu, District 4, City. Ho Chi Minh

• Cam Huong rib sandwich: 118B Nguyen Than Hien, District 4, City. Ho Chi Minh

• Ba 6 pha lau bread: 104 Hoang Dieu, Ward 12, District 4, City, Ho Chi Minh

Known as the "city that never sleeps", City. Ho Chi Minh or Saigon always possesses a strange appeal to any guest. Although the city is modern, it still retains its very own cultural beauty, colorful nightlife, or "trendy" places that are constantly springing up to satisfy the pleasures of young residents and tourists.

To fully explore Saigon with unique stops, tourists often choose self-guided travel to both be proactive in their schedules and save costs. So is it difficult to plan your own trip from A to Z? Don't worry, MoMo will help you solve this problem with the full set of extremely detailed self-sufficient Saigon travel experiences below!

• Ideal time, trip length and budget

• How to move to Saigon

• Hotel in Saigon

• Entertainment schedule when traveling to Saigon on your own

• Things to know when traveling to Saigon

• Tips for traveling from "experts"

1. Ideal travel time, trip length and budget:

1.1. Ideal time to travel to Saigon:

Located in the tropical monsoon region with an average temperature of 25-35 degrees, Saigon's climate is divided into 2 distinct seasons.

• The dry season starts from late December to April of the following year. This is when the weather in Saigon is beautiful, dry, and perfect for walks. However, the temperature will be quite high and hot in the summer, so you need to prepare sunscreen, a hat and a protective jacket.

• The rainy season lasts from May to late November with cooler weather. Depending on the time, the city will have sudden heavy or small rains. When traveling to Saigon this season, don't forget to have an umbrella or raincoat with you.

Although the weather is a little different depending on the season, Saigon is always beautiful, and always ready to welcome you.

1.2. How many days should you travel to Saigon?

The perfect length for a trip to explore the city. HCM is 3 days and 2 nights, just enough to visit famous places and eat all the Saigon specialties. If you have more time, don't worry, Saigon has no shortage of places to play and can accommodate your long journey.

1.3. Estimated budget for delicious food and fun:

Travel costs in the city. Ho Chi Minh City is not as expensive as you think. With a budget of 5,000,0000-6,000,000 VND/person, you can comfortably eat, pay for plane, hotel and basic travel expenses.

2. How to move when traveling to Saigon:

2.1. Arrive in the city. How to do it in HCM?

Plane:

Traveling by air to Saigon, it will take you about 1.5-2 hours to fly and land at Tan Son Nhat airport. Domestic airlines such as Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways, Jetstar Pacific,... all operate flights to Ho Chi Minh City. HCM from all cities across the country. You can easily book air tickets to Saigon in the Airfare section in MoMo's "Travel - Travel" feature to get the most preferential prices.

*Fare displayed may no longer be valid at the time of booking. Airlines may charge additional fees and charges for certain products and services.

Train:

The train is a perfect choice for travelers who have plenty of time and want to see the country's scenery along the journey. Train ticket prices to Saigon range from 200,000-1,500,000 VND/way, depending on seat type, train type, time,...

Coach:

For tourists coming from the Central and Southern provinces, passenger cars are the fastest and most economical travel option. You can easily buy bus tickets to Saigon with prices ranging from 200,000-800,000 VND/way.

2.2. How to move around the city?

Rent Motorcycles:

Motorbike rental prices in Saigon are quite reasonable, ranging from 100,000-200,000 VND/motorbike/day. You can ask to rent a car at the hotel or contact reputable locations such as Tigit Motorbikes (0386.518.481), Bike Saigon (0974.424.163),...

Car rental:

If you are traveling in a large group or have young children, you can consider renting a self-driving car to be proactive during the trip. Currently, MoMo has the "Rent a car" feature with many types of cars, car brands, insurance, and door-to-door delivery with rental prices ranging from 800,000-1,200,000 VND/day.

Taxi:

Slightly more expensive than other means of transportation, taxis are suitable for large groups of people, or when the distance is not too long. Major taxi companies in Ho Chi Minh City are Vinasun (028.38.27.27.27), Mai Linh (028.38.38.38.38), Vina Taxi (028.38.111.111),...

Technology car companies:

With the development of technology car companies such as Grab, Goviet, Be,... Saigon tourists have another equally convenient transportation option. Depending on your needs, you can book a motorbike or car on the app at the listed price.

Bus:

Possessing more than 100 routes covering all districts, Saigon buses are the ideal choice for an economical trip. A small tip is that not all bus stops stop, so when you see the route you want to take, proactively wave to the driver to pick up passengers.

Saigon Waterbus:

Only recently appearing, waterbus has become a "fever" when it offers the experience of seeing the city by water with an 11km long journey. The best time to take the waterbus is early in the morning, when the weather is still cool and sunny to enjoy your virtual life.

3. Hotel in Saigon

As the largest tourist city in the country, Saigon owns a system of quality hotels and motels with diverse prices, from high-end to affordable. Just visit the Hotel section of the Travel - Travel feature on the MoMo Super App, you will be free to choose a satisfactory destination at an extremely affordable price.

• High-end hotels: For those who want to relax, experience luxury and modern facilities, 4-5 star hotels in the city. HCM will not disappoint you. Some typical names are: Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon, Sofitel Saigon Plaza, Le Méridien Saigon, An Lam Retreats Saigon River,...

• Mid-range hotels: Suitable for the majority of tourists, 3-star hotels are the most popular choice for self-sufficient trips to Saigon. With reasonable prices from 350,000 VND/night, comfortable furniture, convenient location, you can consider some central Saigon hotels such as The One Hotel Ben Thanh, Meraki Boutique Hotel, GK Central Hotel, etc. .

• Budget hotels: With a budget that is not too large, 1-2 star hotels or hostels are the "10-point" places to stay for groups of young people or backpackers. The addresses that are "remembered" are Full House Saigon Hotel, Emerald Boutique Hotel, Little Brick Saigon Hotel,...

4. Suggested food and entertainment schedule when traveling to Saigon on your own

4.1. Tourist destinations not to be missed:

Day 1: Check in the city's symbols

Notre Dame Cathedral: Located right in the "heart" of the city, Notre Dame Cathedral was built in the 17th century with ancient French architecture. With red-orange tones colored by time, this is a check-in point not to be missed when coming to Saigon. Currently, the church is being restored and is only open to visitors during worship hours.

• Address: 1 Paris Commune, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1

• Ticket price: Free

City Post Office: The project is a perfect combination of Western and Eastern architecture, reminding visitors of train stations in Europe. Souvenir counters, domed ceilings, mailboxes, public telephone booths... will take you back to the 90s, feeling an old Saigon.

• Address: 125 Paris Commune, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1

• Ticket price: Free

Ben Thanh Market: Not only is it a symbolic check-in location of the city, Ben Thanh market is also full of specialties for tourists to give as gifts (tea, coffee, candy,...), and handicraft gifts. turmeric, clothes, shoes... Don't miss the super attractive food court with all the delicious regional dishes for a filling afternoon.

• Address: Le Loi Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1

• Ticket price: Free

Bui Vien West Street: As the nightlife of Saigon, Bui Vien is an Asian - European culinary paradise, focusing on bars and pubs with extremely "hot" music. Street performances here will also promise you a sleepless night. Especially, on special occasions like New Year, Halloween, Christmas... Bui Vien will be a vibrant party you don't want to miss!

• Address: Bui Vien Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1

Day 2: Explore historical and cultural destinations

Independence Palace: Preserving a time of heroic struggle, Independence Palace is the pride of the people of Saigon and a symbol of freedom and unity. Coming here, visitors will explore the main building with impressive architecture, the historical exhibition area, or walk around the long green lawns.

• Address: 135 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1

• Ticket price: 65,000 VND/adult, 45,000 VND/student and 15,000 VND/child

City Museum of Art. HCM: As one of the hottest check-in spots for young people in Saigon, the City Museum of Art. Ho Chi Minh City has a vintage white-yellow color scheme, European architecture harmoniously combined with Asian style. Here, you will admire ancient and modern works made from primitive materials, or modern art collections by famous contemporary artists,...

To have a truly satisfying photo shoot, wear outfits with bright colors, eye-catching patterns and a few retro accessories!

• Address: 97 Pho Duc Chinh, Ward Nguyen Thai Binh, District 1

• Ticket price: 30,000 VND/adult and 15,000 VND/child or student

Cho Lon Chinese Area: As the "China Town" of Vietnam, Cho Lon area is the main gathering place of the Chinese community with its unique culture. Some attractive stops here are Ha Chuong Assembly Hall, Tam Son Assembly Hall, Ba Thien Hau Pagoda... In particular, don't forget to enjoy famous delicacies such as roasted duck, curry fish balls, dimsum, and dumplings. , pulled noodles, sweet soup dishes,...

• Address: Area along Tau Hu canal, stretching in District 5 and District 6

• Ticket price: Free

Day 3: Trendy entertainment venues for young people

Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden: Located right in the center, the Zoo - the oldest ecological park in Saigon - is gradually becoming hot again. This place will take you lost in a miniature forest with more than 600 species of animals and 1,800 trees of all kinds. This green, clean, peaceful atmosphere is extremely perfect for an outdoor picnic with family and friends.

• Address: 2 Nguyen Binh Khiem, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1

• Ticket price: 60,000 VND/adult and 40,000 VND/child

Nguyen Hue Walking Street: The most crowded and bustling address in Saigon, the walking street is surrounded by beautifully decorated cafes, famous Asian and European restaurants, or quality fashion stores. no comment. Coming here in the evening, you will watch water music performances, join street bands, enjoy the wind and enjoy typical sidewalk dishes of Saigon.

• Address: Nguyen Hue Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1

• Ticket price: Free

4.2. Enjoy Saigon specialties:

• Breakfast dishes:

Crab soup: A bowl of full topping crab soup will include crab meat, shredded chicken, shiitake mushrooms, corn, quail eggs, herbs and pork brains. Enjoying this delicious dish, you will not be surprised by the sweetness of the meat, the fatty taste of eggs and pork brains, and the spiciness of pepper and chili mixed in the thick, rich soup.

• Price: From 15,000 VND/portion

• Reference addresses:

• Moc crab soup: 32 Hoa Hung, District 10

• Bong crab soup: 59C Mac Dinh Chi, District 1

Saigon banh mi: As a familiar breakfast dish, banh mi is always "memorable" for Saigon tourists because of the perfect combination of crispy crust, plump meat patty, pate and butter sauce. delicious. In addition, you can try other versions of bread such as grilled meat, grilled beef, fried chicken, pan bread,...

• Price: from 15,000 VND/box

• Reference addresses:

• Nhu Lan Bread: 50 Ham Nghi, District 1

• Bay Ho Bread: 19 Huynh Khuong Ninh, District 1

• Lunch - dinner dishes:

Broken rice: Famous among tourists from near and far, broken rice is a Saigon specialty that everyone must try at least once. The broken seeds are cooked to a fragrant texture, the five-spice marinated ribs are grilled on charcoal, the skin is crispy, and the egg rolls are golden brown. In particular, the most "expensive" part of the broken rice dish is the cup of sweet fish sauce, added with a little spicy chili that is extremely addictive.

• Price: From 35,000 VND/portion

• Reference addresses:

• Ba Ghien broken rice: 84 Dang Van Ngu, Phu Nhuan District

• Tu Map broken rice: 89-91 Dong Den, Tan Binh District

Hu tieu: Saigon noodle soup is a dish that has its own genealogy with countless versions such as ribs, mixed meatballs, beef balls, squid..., of which the top one is probably Nam Vang noodle soup. A bowl of Nam Vang noodles will include chewy noodles, shrimp, liver, minced meat, heart, quail eggs; Add a little onion and sweet broth with strong bone flavor. Noodles also usually come in two types, dry and liquid, ready to satisfy the preferences of any diner.

• Price: From 20,000 VND/bowl

• Reference addresses:

• Nam Vang Thanh Dat Noodle Soup: 34 Co Bac, District 1

• Nam Vang Phu Quy Noodle Soup: Ho Thi Ky Market, District 10

Snails: Traveling to Saigon without visiting a snail shop is truly a mistake. Dozens of snails are prepared in many ways such as boiling, steaming, stir-frying with garlic, stir-frying with butter, grilled with onions, roasted with salt... making you hesitate to choose.

• Price: 40,000 VND/plate

• Reference addresses:

• Snail box: C128 Xom Chieu, District 4

• Oc Loan: 175/26 Nguyen Thien Thuat, District 3

• Saigon snacks:

Mixed rice paper: Simple ingredients such as rice paper, quail eggs, mango, herbs, dried meat will be mixed with kumquat, beef broth, and shrimp salt to create an extremely addictive dish. Besides, you can try other types such as rice paper rolls, fried rice paper, dipping rice paper, butter rice paper,...

• Price: From 15,000 VND/portion

• Reference addresses:

• Uncle Vien mixed rice paper: 38 Nguyen Thuong Hien, District 3

• Aunt Hong's rice paper: 23 Street 11, District 4

Pha lau: Pha lau is a dish using pig or beef internal organs (heart, lungs, intestines, stomach,...), marinated with spicy spices and cooked with coconut milk. Add a little tamarind sauce when eating, you will enjoy the chewy and crunchy taste of the lagoon and the hot broth. You can choose to eat it with bread or with instant noodles, both are very delicious.

• Price: 20,000 VND per portion

• Reference addresses:

• Miss Thao's Pha Lau: 243 Ton Dan, District 4

• Pha Lau Li: 1A Suong Nguyet Anh, District 1

5. Notes when traveling to Saigon on your own:

• Book air tickets at least 1 month and hotels at least 2 weeks before departure to avoid sold out tickets and rooms.

• Indispensable items for a self-sufficient trip to Saigon are identification documents, wallet, hat, sunscreen, umbrella, some basic medicine, phone, and camera to enjoy virtual life.

• Besides everyday clothes, you should bring a set of polite, discreet clothes to visit historical or spiritual destinations.

• Follow the weather forecast to arrange a suitable itinerary, especially when visiting this city during the rainy season.

Ben Thanh market

This is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Ho Chi Minh City, located right in the city center and is always bustling with people coming in and out to buy and sell, with tourists checking in every day.

Ben Thanh Market sells all kinds of items from food, fabrics, clothes, household appliances, Saigon specialties,... and most importantly, the extremely attractive food area in the market and check-in corners. The statue will make you want to stay here for a long time.

Information:

• Address: Le Loi Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1.

• Opening hours: 7am - 8pm.

Independence Palace

Independence Palace, also known as Reunification Hall, is a structure built by the French during the French colonial period. For the people of Saigon, the Independence Palace is a historical relic that means peace and territorial integrity. This place was recognized as one of Vietnam's 10 special national monuments in 2009.

Independence Palace is a place to display and preserve valuable images and artifacts from the 19th century according to different themes. In particular, this place still retains the original interior of important rooms such as the stateroom, cabinet room,...

If you are a tourist who loves history, the Independence Palace will surely be one of the favorite places to visit in Saigon during your trip.

Information:

• Address: 135 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ben Nghe, District 1.

• Opening hours: 7:30 am – 11:00 am; 13:30 – 17:00

• Entrance ticket price: 10,000 VND - 40,000 VND.

Notre Dame Cathedral

Also located right in the center of District 1, Notre Dame Cathedral is a tourist destination in Ho Chi Minh City that you must definitely visit. Notre Dame Cathedral is a unique architectural work with European style, a place to live and organize Masses for Catholics in Saigon.

Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, you can come in the morning to fully see the beauty of the church in daylight, check in every corner of the Gothic church,... especially The church always welcomes visitors, residents and anyone who comes here to listen to sermons.

Information:

• Address: No. 01 Cong Xa Paris, Ben Nghe, District 1.

• Opening hours: 6am - 8pm.

Vietnam History Museum

The Vietnam History Museum was built and operated since the early 20th century, and is a place to store and preserve images and antiques from early times to the present. The Vietnam History Museum attracts most tourists who love history and architecture that blend two unique Asian and European styles.

In addition to being a place to preserve the country's traditional culture, the Vietnam History Museum is also one of the impressive tourist destinations in Ho Chi Minh City with beautiful check-in corners. This is always an interesting destination in the most popular Ho Chi Minh tour schedules.

Information:

• Address: No. 2 Nguyen Binh Khiem, District 1.

• Opening hours: 8am - 5pm.

• Entrance ticket price: 2,000 VND - 15,000 VND.

Cu Chi Tunnels

Cu Chi Tunnels is a historical relic located in the suburbs, about 70km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City. This is one of the favorite places to visit in Saigon, especially for foreign tourists.

This place is a special national monument, associated with the history of the Vietnam War, used to be an important base and also a common living place including infirmary, kitchen, workplace,... of the army. us in the resistance war against the invaders, to regain our territorial integrity.

Besides, inside the Cu Chi tunnels, their lives are also recreated through very realistic and impressive models of people and animals. This place is one of the attractive destinations of Ho Chi Minh tours that you should not miss on your trip.

Information:

• Address: TL15, Phu Hiep, Cu Chi.

• Opening hours: 8am - 5pm.

• Entrance ticket price: 20,000 VND - 40,000 VND.

Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Nguyen Hue Walking Street has long been an interesting destination in Saigon for local people and tourists. This is one of the entertainment places in District 1 that many people visit, especially every evening and on weekends.

At Nguyen Hue walking street, you will have the opportunity to participate in activities such as fashion shows, street art, entertainment, cuisine,... very unique. This is the hottest check-in spot in Saigon that you cannot miss during your trip to Saigon.

Information:

• Address: Nguyen Hue Street, District 1.

• Opening hours: All day.

Botanical garden

A tourist destination in Ho Chi Minh City suitable for all ages is the Zoo and Botanical Garden. This is a large plant and animal conservation area in the city center, with spacious space with entertainment areas, wildlife feeding areas, plant planting and care areas,... very airy. .

Zoo and Botanical Garden is one of the best places to visit in Saigon for you to explore rare flora and fauna and relax after the noise of the city.

Information:

• Address: 2 Nguyen Binh Khiem, Ben Nghe, District 1.

• Opening hours: 7am - 6:30pm.

• Entrance ticket price: 30,000 - 50,000 VND.

Artinus 3D painting museum

As the largest 3D painting museum in Saigon, Artinus is an extremely attractive check-in place for many tourists and young people in Saigon. Artinus 3D painting museum has a space to stimulate creativity of all ages through each photo frame. You will feel very small when standing among the impressive 3D paintings in the museum.

Inside the Artinus museum, 3D paintings are arranged according to 9 different themes such as Ocean, Vietnam, Egypt, Love, Fairy,... This place is not just a check-in or sightseeing spot. but also a wedding photography location for many creative couples coming to Artinus.

Information:

• Address: No. 2 Him Lam Area, District 7.

• Opening hours: 9am - 10pm.

• Entrance ticket price: 200,000 - 300,000 VND.

Bitexco Tower

Bitexco Building, also known as Bitexco Financial Tower, is one of the tallest buildings in Ho Chi Minh City since the 2010s. Later, there were other taller towers such as Landmark 81, but Bitexco will always be one of the tallest buildings in Ho Chi Minh City. symbols of Saigon, marking the new development of the city named after Uncle Ho.

Bitexco building has the first helipad in Vietnam located on the 52nd floor. This is also one of the most luxurious commercial centers in Saigon. If you have the opportunity to visit here, you will be overwhelmed with the modern and luxurious space of the building. Besides, the outside of the building is also one of the most impressive backgrounds that attracts many young people to visit.

Information:

• Address: No. 19-25 Nguyen Hue, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1.

• Opening hours: 9am - 10pm.

Dam Sen water park

When mentioning Saigon tourism, of course we also have to mention Dam Sen water park - one of the favorite tourist areas in Saigon for all ages. Dam Sen Water Park has an area of up to 3000m2, is one of the places to visit in Saigon that attracts many people and tourists.

This place is divided into 2 cultural parks where cultural events, promotions, musicals, etc. are held, and the water park is where there are many attractive games such as roller coasters, Water slides, swimming pools, float houses,... In addition, this place also has an aquarium that is home to thousands of very interesting underwater individuals.

Information:

• Address: No. 3 Hoa Binh, Ward 3, District 11.

• Opening hours: 9am - 6pm.

• Reference ticket price: 80,000 VND - 150,000 VND.

Above are the Top famous and extremely interesting tourist destinations in Ho Chi Minh City waiting for you to explore. Don't hesitate to book flight tickets to Saigon now to have meaningful experiences during your trip. Wish you have a happy trip!