Your Ho Chi Minh City Holiday
There's plenty to love about Ho Chi Minh City, from its rich history to its lively atmosphere and beyond. When you're ready to spend a bit of time in this captivating city, our Ho Chi Minh City holiday packages will be right up your alley. If taking in sights is part of the plan during your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, check out popular attractions like Ben Thanh Market, Bui Vien Walking Street and Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden. Expedia will help you escape the everyday. Tailor your holiday to Ho Chi Minh City to match your travel style, whatever that may be.
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Ho Chi Minh City Holiday Packages
The largest city in Vietnam is known for its French and Chinese influences, bustling markets and motorbike-filled boulevards.
Ho Chi Minh City (or Saigon as it is still often called) has a complicated history, much of which is reflected in the city today. Modern skyscrapers sit alongside 19th-century architecture, coffee next to traditional green tea, and Buddhist temples under the shadow of cathedrals.The city is divided into districts, with the most historic being District 1 on the western bank of the Saigon River. Here, you’ll find the Reunification Palace, the Central Post Office and the Ho Chi Minh Notre Dame Cathedral. The city’s European influence, from its time as a French colony, is most pronounced here, with impressive 19th-century architecture throughout the area. You’ll also find plenty of hotels so you can stay amongst the attractions. Go for a walk through nearby Tao Dan Park or wander north to the Jade Emperor Pagoda.Take a break from the intensity of the city and head out to Dam Sen Water Park and the Dam Sen Park Complex. Further outside the city are the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels used in the Vietnam War. The War Remnants Museum is one of the most visited museums in Vietnam, with over half a million visitors a year.Night time in Ho Chi Minh City provides welcome relief from the heat and humidity of the day and is often the best time to explore some of the more central areas. Dodge the motorbikes and wander the streets of districts 1 and 3 for world-class pho (rice noodle soup). Wash down dinner with the local beer, Bia Hoi, brewed and delivered every day. Shoppers looking for a bargain will find Ben Thanh Night Market a great place to explore.Ho Chi Minh City is hot and humid, but plenty of buildings are air-conditioning and there are many shaded city parks. You’ll find it cheap and easy to get around, but be careful crossing roads as motorbikes do seem to be everywhere.
Ho Chi Minh City Essential Information
Language | Vietnamese |
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Currency | Vietnamese dongs |
Local Goodbye | Tạm biệt |
Closest Airport | Tan Son Nhat Intl. Airport (SGN) |
Population | 3,467,300 |
Max Temp Winter | 32ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 32ºC |
Top Sights | Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden, Dam Sen Water Park and Independence Palace |
Our guide on where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City
District 1
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of District 1. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Ho Chi Minh City
Ben Thanh Market
No trip to Ho Chi Minh City is complete without exploring this bustling market where you can enjoy a traditional Vietnamese dish or purchase souvenirs.
Bui Vien Walking Street
When you visit Bui Vien Walking Street, a popular shopping spot in Ho Chi Minh City, you can browse for souvenirs. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
Whether you want to see exotic animals or enjoy a stroll through colorful gardens, this park transports you from the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City.
Unmissable things to do in Ho Chi Minh City
Saigon: City Highlights and Saigon Unseen Scooter Combo Tour
From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels and VIP Speedboat Tour
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket
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