Top things to do in Ho Chi Minh City

See the top landmarks

Walk down Đong Khởi street to acquaint yourself with the Notre Dame Cathedral, the city's Central Post Office, and the Saigon Opera House. On a more local level, Bến Thành Market and the Jade Emperor Pagoda are worth a visit.

Shop small boutiques

Around District 1, a host of old apartments and former office buildings have been repurposed as shopping centres. Decades-old buildings such as 22 Lý Tự Trọng and 42 Nguyễn Huệ are brimming with all kinds of fascinating stores.

Explore the Chinese Quarter

The Chinese neighbourhood known as Chợ Lớn is great for exploring on foot. Head for Bình Tây Market, a colossal wholesale trading centre, and Thiên Hậu Pagoda, an atmospheric temple that pays homage to the goddess of the sea. 

Hop on a motorcycle

Do as the locals do and hop on the back of a motorbike to see the city on street level and feel its energetic pulse. Motorbike tours set off in the evening, when the city is at its most romantic and the sidewalk vendors are out in force.

Eat street food

Ho Chi Minh City locals love to gather around dented metal tables across the city for incredible roadside feasts. Don't miss highlights such as bánh mì, southern-style savoury pancakes (bánh xèo) and broken rice (c0m tam).

Ho Chi Minh City Weather

Ho Chi Minh City has consistent temperatures year-round, and the weather is generally warm. Heatwaves hit the city from April to May, welcoming the rainy season from May to November. Slightly cooler temperatures emerge in December and January.

Ho Chi Minh City Transport

Travellers can arrive in Ho Chi Minh City by bus, train or plane. Tan Son Nhat international airport welcomes foreign and domestic arrivals daily, while various bus companies operate shuttles from Phnom Penh and destinations across Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City also sees a steady stream of train travellers. Taxis are everywhere, but those with a Vietnamese SIM card can use ride-hailing apps like Grab. Local buses cover a good portion of the city. Travellers can also take a boat along the river, for a day trip to Củ Chi Tunnels or the Mekong Delta.
 

Frequently Questions Are Being Asked About Hcm city

1. Which Experiences Are Best For Tours In Hcm city?

These experiences are best for tours in Hcm city:
HO CHI MINH CITY & MEKONG DELTA (5DAYS)
HO CHI MINH CITY – CU CHI TUNNELS – MY THO TOUR (4 DAYS)
SAI GON-MEKONG DELTA TOUR (2DAYS)

2. What Are The Best Places Plus With Tours In Hcm city?

BEST OF THE SOUTH VIETNAM (6DAYS)
MEKONG DAY TRIP CLASSIC (1 DAY)
SOFTLY CYCLING MEKONG DELTA TOUR (2 DAYS)
HANOI TO SAIGON FOCUS ON WORLD HERITAGE (12DAYS/11NIGHTS)
VIETNAM AT A GLANCE TOUR (10DAYS/9NIGHTS)