Things to do in Southern Vietnam
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What to do in Southern Vietnam
Popular places to visit
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.
Bui Vien Walking Street
You can enjoy retail therapy at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Phu Quoc Night Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Phu Quoc Night Market during your trip to Duong Dong. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Ho Tram Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ho Tram Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Phuoc Thuan. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Areas of Southern Vietnam
District 1
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of District 1. Make a stop by HCMC Museum or Ho Chi Minh City Hall while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Make a stop by Benthanh Street Food Market or Ben Thanh Market while you're exploring the area.
District 3
Travelers come to District 3 for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Vinh Nghiem Pagoda and War Remnants Museum while you're in town.
Long Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Sao Beach and Sunset Town Beach.
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Dong Khoi Street or Vincom Center Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.
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.
- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Phu Quoc Night Market
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Dong Khoi Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Corona Casino
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- War Remnants Museum
- Long Hai Beach
- Back Beach
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Shophouse Grand World
- Independence Palace
- Dam Sen Water Park
- An Dong Market
- Takashimaya Vietnam
- Saigon River
- Sunset Town Beach
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