Bui Vien Street is well-known in Ho Chi Minh City due to its status as a hub for backpackers and party-going tourists. Perhaps no other street in Vietnam is met with such polarization as this one. Some see Bui Vien Street as an exhilarating concoction of hedonistic stimuli whilst others look down upon it with disgust and disdain. No matter which side of the fence you find …
Saigon River – HCMC
The flowing Saigon River has seen much change during its life. The city surrounding its banks has gone through massive change and huge development over the centuries and continues to grow and reinvent itself around it. Originating near Phum Daung, the Saigon River meanders through Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, before emptying near Soai Rap, after a 225 km journey. The …
Tao Dan Park – HCMC
If you’re looking for a place to relax in Ho Chi Minh City then Tao Dan Park is for you. These idyllic gardens can be found behind the Reunification Palace and offer a serene, picturesque environment for you to enjoy a little downtime. History of Tao Dan Park Like most Ho Chi Minh City landmarks, Tao Dan Park has a long and storied history. During the 19th century, the French …
Cu Chi Tunnels – HCMC
One of the nation’s most popular tourist attractions is the Cu Chi Tunnels. Known as the site where Vietnamese soldiers hid from the relentless onslaught of enemy bullets, today, the Cu Chi Tunnels are open for public exploration and are highly popular tourist spots. There are two main sites - Ben Dinh and Ben Duoc. Whilst the former is closer to Ho Chi Minh City, it is also …
Me Linh Square – HCMC
Me Linh Square lies near the Saigon River and offers a relaxing alternative to the congested life of Ho Chi Minh City. An ideal place for a quick pit-stop, the area is well-shaded, lined with gardens, and is subject to a refreshing river breeze. The centerpiece of Me Linh Square is a statue of the 13th-century military general Tran Hung Dao (1228-1300), who is still regarded …
Ho Chi Minh City Museum ( Dinh Gia Long)
The Ho Chi Minh City Museum is a historic exhibit in its own right. Once known as Gia Long Palace, this impressive 19th-century neo-classical building is adorned with a mix of Oriental design features. There is an abundance of sculptures both inside and out as well as elaborate ceramic tile flooring in the corridors and galleries. The Museum The Ho Chi Minh City Museum …
Nguyen Hue Street – HCMC
Ho Chi Minh City’s Nguyen Hue Street may not be an architectural masterpiece, but it’s certainly one of the city’s most exciting destinations. Found in the District 1 area, the street covers an area of over 2,000 feet and is bookended by the People’s Committee on one side and the flowing Saigon River on another. History This once-ordinary street began life as a meandering …