City in Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City (commonly known as Saigon) is a city in southern Vietnam famous for the pivotal role it played in the Vietnam War. It’s also known for its French colonial landmarks, including Notre-Dame Cathedral, made entirely of materials imported from France, and the 19th-century Central Post Office. Food stalls line the city’s streets, especially around bustling Bến Thành Market.
The story of wartime Saigon is told at the War Remnants Museum, the tunnel network at Củ Chi and Independence Palace, where North Vietnamese tanks famously breached the gates in April 1975. The Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens are home to elephants, tigers and rare orchids. Native plants and animals may also be seen at the Cần Giờ Biosphere Reserve, a mangrove forest at the mouth of the Saigon River. The Jade Emperor Pagoda is filled with incense and carved figurines, and features elaborate statuary and a turtle pond.

Things to do

Ben Thanh Market

Destination for souvenirs & local food

 
 
 

Independence Palace

Prominent government center during war

 
 
 

War Remnants Museum

Military equipment & photos on display

 
 
 

Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon

19th-century European-style cathedral

 
 
 

Bitexco Financial Tower

Skyscraper with a mall & a viewing deck

 
 
 

Suối Tiên Theme Park

Buddhist-inspired cultural theme park

 
 
 

Công viên văn hóa Đầm Sen

Sprawling park with multiple attractions

 
 
 

Saigon Zoo And Botanical Garden

Simple zoo with mammals & reptiles

 
 
 

Đầm Sen Water Park

Small water park with slides & pools

 
 
 

Nguyễn Huệ Walking Street

Hot spot for events & people watching

 
 
 

Hạnh Thông Tây Market

Night market with fashion & food vendors