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3 Days in Ho Chi Minh City: A Vibrant Adventure

Vinny Gostner

Vinny Gostner

17 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit iconic landmarks, savor delectable cuisine, and uncover hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in this vibrant metropolis!

Trip to Ho Chi Minh City

Day 1Culinary Delights and Architectural Wonders
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$54

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$ 2

Signature Hai Bà Trưng

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Beafsteak Lề Đường
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
3 - 4 min

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Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden
Straightforward zoo showcasing an array of animals, including giraffes, camels, elephants & snakes.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
6 - 8 min

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Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
1880s Catholic cathedral built with French bricks & featuring 58m-tall Romanesque bell towers.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
Ornate 19th-century French colonial opera house that is now home to the city's ballet & symphony.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$13
8 - 11 min

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Ho Chi Minh City Book Street
Buzzy, pedestrian-only street with Vietnamese & expat bookstores, plus spots for al fresco coffee.
No time set
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Independence Palace
Historical building of the Vietnam War era, with tours of government offices, war rooms & artifacts.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$10
7 - 9 min

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Chung Cư 42 Nguyễn Huệ
No time set
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Free
Day 2Artistic Treasures and Market Exploration
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$44

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$ 3

Signature Hai Bà Trưng

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
Classical to contemporary Vietnamese & foreign artworks on display in an elegant colonial building.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$5
5 - 8 min

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Ben Thanh Market
Well-known standby for handicrafts, souvenirs, clothing & other goods along with local eats.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
5 - 8 min

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Tomatito
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
10 - 15 min

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Ho Chi Minh Statue
No time set
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Sai Gon Central Post Office
Monumental central post office, completed in 1891, with a vaulted main hall & period finishes.
No time set
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Free
5 - 8 min

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People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City
French colonial city hall built in the early 1900s, now the headquarters of the People's Committee.
No time set
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Vietnamese National Buddhist Temple
Towering pagoda known for a distinctive yellow & red color scheme, with many Buddha statues.
No time set
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Xa Loi Buddhist Temple
This tall, prominent Buddhist pagoda built in 1956 was raided by government forces in 1963.
No time set
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Free
Day 3Historical Landmarks and Cultural Immersion
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$119

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$ 2

Signature Hai Bà Trưng

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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Downtown Steakhouse - Nguyễn Huệ
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
4 - 6 min

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Saigon Skydeck
Glass-enclosed observation deck on the 49th floor of the Bitexco Financial Tower with scenic views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
8 - 10 min

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The Crab Shack
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$38
5 - 8 min

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Via he DH Kien Truc
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36

Budget breakdown: $222 In total

Activities & Food:$217
Transport:$6