Central Post Office and Notre-Dame
Colonial landmarks side by side.
Ho Chi Minh City
Rooftops, markets and the gateway to the Mekong.
About Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam's biggest city never slows down: markets, rooftop bars, colonial landmarks and some of the best street food in Asia.
Saigon is the gateway to the Mekong Delta and the Cu Chi Tunnels, and to flights to Phu Quoc and Con Dao.
What travellers come for
Highlights of Ho Chi Minh City
Ben Thanh Market
The city's best-known market.
Independence Palace
A landmark of modern history.
Cu Chi Tunnels
A half-day trip from the city.
The Mekong Delta
Rivers, orchards and floating markets.
Saigon at night
Street food and rooftops.
When to go
Ho Chi Minh City month by month
Recommended months
January, February, March, December
Average temperature and monthly rainfall. A thick outline marks the months we recommend.
Partners in Ho Chi Minh City
What we're looking for here
Run one of these in Ho Chi Minh City? We'd like to hear from you.
Introduce your business- District 1 hotels with family rooms
- Mekong Delta and Cu Chi day tours
- Airport transfers and private cars
