Compared with thousand years of civilization in Hanoi, Saigon is a young city, but occupies the first place in the vibrant and modern life rhythm. This city with all the most exciting activities is always attractive to visit. If you are planning to visit Saigon, refer to this article to have the best time here.

Saigon Tourism Overview

Known as the "Pearl of the Far East", Ho Chi Minh City has long been a cultural, economic and political center of Vietnam.

Traveling to Saigon, you can encounter high-rise buildings, entertainment areas, and busy shopping centers. However, there is no shortage of ancient villas and traditional markets having existed for hundreds of years. Saigon is large and has many unique "specialties" such as cruising along the Saigon River by boat, visiting West Pham Ngu Lao Street, shopping at Ben Thanh Market or returning to Can Gio Beach ...

The beauty of the Notre Dame Cathedral.

Climate

Ho Chi Minh City has two distinct seasons: the rainy season from May to November, the dry season from December to April. If you come here in the rainy season, you should bring an umbrella or a raincoat when going out. because Saigon is famous for its many sudden rains. Rain then stopped, it stopped then it rained again. In addition, Ho Chi Minh City is also a place filled with golden sunshine. It is estimated that there are 270 hours of sunshine a month, average temperatures 27 ° C, highest up to 40 ° C but not as harsh as other places.

Means of transport when traveling to Saigon

The main means of transport for Saigon tourists is motorbikes, followed by cars, bicycles, buses, and cyclo. The cheapest means of public transport are buses, which cost only 5,000 VND / route, followed by motorbike taxi and taxi. Currently, the traffic density in Ho Chi Minh City is quite crowded, many roads in the city have traffic jams at the end of the range: from 7:00 am - 8:00 am and 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm.

Cyclo is a vehicle that many tourists love

Phone number you need to know

• University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital: 08 3855 4269
• District 1 Hospital: 08 38202060
• Cho Ray Hospital: 08 38554137
• FV Hospital: 08 54 11 33 33
• Fire fighting: 114
• Police: 113
• Ambulance: 115

What to do in Saigon?

To find out the most interesting places in Saigon for your trip, refer to our article about Top 8 Amazing Attractions in Ho Chi Minh City - Explore Real Asia

Must-try dishes when traveling to Saigon

Refer to our article Top 10 Delicious Dishes in Ho Chi Minh City - Explore Real Asia to choose the best food for your trip.

Evening hangout in Saigon

Your visit to Saigon city will be even more enjoyable with your evening trip. In Saigon, there are many attractive entertainment spots, bustling activities every time the city lights up.

BAR

The bar is an interesting entertainment place in Saigon. Some famous bars include: Sahara Bar, 227 Pham Ngu Lao, District 1; Go2 Bar 187 De Tham, District 1, Vasco Bar, 16D Cao Ba Quat; Saigon Saigon Bar, 19 Lam Son, 224 De Tham, Pham Ngu Lao Ward ...

ENTERTAINMENT

Watch the movie at MegaStar Hung Vuong 126 Hung Vuong, District 5; Galaxy Cinema 116 Nguyen Du, District 1; Diamond Cinema, 13th floor Diamond Plaza, 34 Le Duan, District 1; Cinebox 212, 212 Ly Chinh Thang, District 3.

Places that often have drama acting are: Drama Hong Van, 70-72 Nguyen Van Troi, Phu Nhuan District; Idecaf Theater, 7 Tran Cao Van, Da Kao Ward, District 1; Hoang Thai Thanh stage, 36 Le Quy Don, Ward 7, District 1; stage 5B, 5B Vo Van Tan, District 3.

Diamond Plaza

Shopping in Saigon

In Saigon, there are many busy markets and shopping centers. Shoppers will definitely be "rich" in this city because of the diverse range of goods, from the popular to the most luxurious.

BEN THANH MARKET

Serving the main target of tourists, Ben Thanh market sells a lot of handicrafts, clothes, fabrics, and shoes. Review the price carefully before buying.

SAIGON SQUARE 1 & 2, TAKA PLAZA

This is a favorite shopping address for many Saigon citizens. With the strength of clothing, shoes, bags, affordable and mid-end products, Saigon Square is often crowded with customers, especially on weekends. Shopping here should also pay carefully, with a very high challenge (twice). Saigon Square 1 (Crossroads Nam Ky Khoi Nghia - Le Loi (near Hoang Thanh restaurant), District 1, Saigon Square 2 - 7-9 Ton Duc Thang, Address: Ben Nghe Ward, District 1.

Saigon Square

Binh Tay Market

As a wholesale market, goods in this market are very cheap if purchased in large quantities. However, when buying retail, the price is not cheap, but sellers are less enthusiastic. Many stores in Binh Tay market listed prices or said to challenge not much.

DIAMOND PLAZA, PARKSON, VINCOM, SAIGON CENTER

These are high-end commercial centers in Ho Chi Minh City. In addition to high-end stores, after shopping, you can rest at the dining and entertainment areas in the building.

Address: Diamond plaza 34 Le Duan, District 1; Parkson, 35 Bis - 45, Le Thanh Ton, District 1; Vincom, 45A Ly Tu Trong, District 1; Saigon Center, 65 Le Loi, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1.

Some useful tips

• The people in Saigon are very friendly and enthusiastic, you can ask for help when you want to ask anything.
• Don't be afraid to pay the price when you buy anything.
• Should look up first and bring with you a mini map when walking around.

Where to stay in Saigon?

Saigon hotels are very diverse, depending on your individual conditions you can easily choose a suitable hotel for yourself. Here are the most popular Saigon hotels suggested by Explore Real Asia.