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10 Days in Ho Chi Minh City: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Tristan Hartog

Tristan Hartog

10 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Ho Chi Minh City, where ancient marvels and mouthwatering cuisine await. Explore iconic landmarks like Notre Dame Cathedral and Independence Palace, indulge in delicious beefsteaks and fresh seafood, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this vibrant city. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Ho Chi Minh City

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Day 1French Delights and Cultural Gems
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$107

Le Bourgeois @Continental
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
1 - 2 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
8 - 11 min

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Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
1880s Catholic cathedral built with French bricks & featuring 58m-tall Romanesque bell towers.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Bonjour Resto - Beefsteak Pasteur
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$36
1 - 2 min

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Bonjour Resto
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$32
Day 2Seafood Feast and Sky-high Views
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$121

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Ốc Cẩm - Ốc & Hải Sản - Trần Nhân Tôn
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$26
7 - 10 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
14 - 17 min

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Bitexco Financial Tower
Iconic 68-floor skyscraper featuring an observation deck, retail shops, dining & a cineplex.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$25
8 - 12 min

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Dragon Wharf - Ho Chi Minh Museum (HCMC Branch)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Hoang Yen Premier Buffet
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$36
12 - 18 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$34
Day 3Wine and Tapas Delight
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$119

El Sol - Meat & Wine - Nguyễn Siêu
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
5 - 8 min

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Ton Duc Thang Museum
Established in 1988, the museum's galleries explore the life of Vietnamese politician Ton Duc Thang.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Saigon Skydeck
Glass-enclosed observation deck on the 49th floor of the Bitexco Financial Tower with scenic views.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$25
3 - 4 min

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Octo Tapas Restobar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$38
3 - 4 min

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Amigo Grill Restaurant
Great Steaks, Fresh Seafood, and More
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$36

Budget breakdown: $348 In total

Activities & Food:$347
Transport:$1