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6 Days in Ho Chi Minh City: A Vibrant Adventure

UIUC Common

UIUC Common

2 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, savor delectable local cuisine, and discover hidden gems at every turn.

Trip to Ho Chi Minh City

Day 1Culinary Delights and Spiritual Serenity
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$248

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$ 5

Bún Bò Sông Hương - Gò Vấp
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$72
3 - 4 min

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Hanh Thong Tay Market
Lively bazaar with many vendors for clothing, shoes & accessories, plus street eats.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Tan Dinh Market
Bustling market known for its fabrics & clothing, plus food stalls serving noodles & seafood.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Xa Loi Buddhist Temple
This tall, prominent Buddhist pagoda built in 1956 was raided by government forces in 1963.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Home Finest
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$96
6 - 9 min

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Nhà Hàng Đông Phố
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$80
Day 2From Flower Markets to Tranquil Temples
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$280

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$ 10

Bún Chả Hồ Gươm - Trần Phú
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$72
4 - 6 min

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Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
Vendors with colorful bouquets of flowers line this busy outdoor market also offering street food.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Binh Tay Market
Covered market with stalls selling home goods, produce & local dishes like pho & spring rolls.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Giac Lam Buddhist Temple
Venerable Buddhist temple established in 1744, with many statues, tombs & a 7-tiered stupa.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Nhân Quán
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$112
9 - 11 min

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Bún bò Huế Hạnh
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$96
Day 3Dim Sum Delights and Urban Escapes
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$264

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$ 5

Baoz Dimsum - The Garden Mall
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$56
5 - 8 min

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Quan Am Pagoda
Pagoda devoted to the Buddhist bodhisattva Quan Âm, featuring courtyards, a garden & a pond.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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An Dong Market
Indoor market with a huge selection of goods including fabrics, clothing, dried foods & handicrafts.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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September 23rd Park
Relaxed stretch of green space & walkways with a playground, duck pond & lots of trees.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Ichiba Sushi Vietnam
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$112
4 - 5 min

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Samyan - Seafood restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$96
Day 4Market Hopping and Architectural Wonders
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$434

Quán Lộc Thành
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$64
2 - 3 min

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Ben Thanh Market
Well-known standby for handicrafts, souvenirs, clothing & other goods along with local eats.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$20
10 - 15 min

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Bitexco Financial Tower
Iconic 68-floor skyscraper featuring an observation deck, retail shops, dining & a cineplex.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$100
11 - 16 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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$50
1 - 2 min

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Le Bourgeois @Continental
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$88
1 - 2 min

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Opera
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$112
Day 5Street Food Exploration and Historical Landmarks
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$248

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$ 5

Asian Kitchen
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$56
2 - 3 min

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Bui Vien Walking Street
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Ben Bach Dang Park
Park, market & recreation area on the banks of the Saigon River, with boat rides & local fare.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Bông Súng Vegetarian food - coffee
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$104
4 - 5 min

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Sai Gon Central Post Office
Monumental central post office, completed in 1891, with a vaulted main hall & period finishes.
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Basilico
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$88
Day 6Luxurious Lounges and Cultural Immersion
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$240

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$ 3

Club Lounge - Intercontinental Asiana Saigon
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$64
1 - 2 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Ba Thien Hau Temple
This 18th-century pagoda honoring a sea goddess features colorful, ornate Chinese architecture.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
20 - 30 min

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Nhà Hàng Chay Thiện Duyên - Ẩm Thực Chay
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$96
12 - 18 min

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Kitchen Seoul
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$80

Budget breakdown: $1741 In total

Activities & Food:$1714
Transport:$27