Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City

Activities, attractions and tours

Opera House showing night scenes, a high rise building and a city
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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 67 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,627 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour By Motorbike, Cyclo or Walking

Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour By Motorbike, Cyclo or Walking

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 26 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,417 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Mastering Egg Coffee-Course on 4 traditional types of Viet coffee

Mastering Egg Coffee-Course on 4 traditional types of Viet coffee

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
The previous price was P 1,417 and current price is P 1,133 per adult
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Water activities

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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 19,832 per child
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Shows & concerts

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Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet

Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,060 per adult
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What to do in Ho Chi Minh City

Popular places to visit

Bui Vien Walking Street

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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Bui Vien Walking Street
Ben Thanh Market which includes markets and shopping

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
Dong Khoi Street showing heritage architecture and night scenes

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
Pham Ngu Lao Street showing shopping, night scenes and street scenes

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
Saigon Square

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
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden featuring zoo animals and a park

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
Opera House featuring heritage architecture, night scenes and street scenes

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
Vincom Center Shopping Mall featuring signage and a fountain

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
War Remnants Museum

War Remnants Museum

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

War Remnants Museum

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 Bui Vien Walking Street 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 Vinh Nghiem Pagoda 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 Saigon Paragon Mall and The Cresent Mall.

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 Hoa Binh Market while you're in town.

District 5