0Experience the spirit of Saigon with a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City, where you can explore the rich history and culture. Visit famous sites like the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. Learn about the impact of war at the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum.
Take a cyclo ride through the narrow streets of Cholon and try your hand at bargaining for great deals at Binh Tay Market.
Highlights
- Experiencing the vibrancy of Saigon on a full-day guided tour
- Visiting iconic city highlights such as the Reunification Palace and Opera House
- Learning about the history of Saigon at the War Remnants Museum
- Exploring Saigon’s unique and bustling Chinatown and Thien Hau Pagoda
Price includes:
- Tours as mentioned and air-conditioned transfers
- Sightseeing and permit fees during guided times
- Meals listed in the itinerary
- Expert English-speaking local guide
- Service charges and government VAT tax
Itinerary ideas
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Start your day by visiting two famous buildings: the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. These structures were built between 1877 and 1883 by the well-known designer Gustav Eiffel. The cathedral is still an active church with services every day, and many Vietnamese people love to take wedding photos there.
After visiting the cathedral, take a short walk down Dong Khoi Street to the Opera House. This building has a really interesting history. It used to be a bomb shelter and later became a home for the parliamentary Lower House. It was restored in 1995 and is now back to being a theater.
Next, head to the Reunification Palace, which was a symbol of the South Vietnamese Government. On April 30, 1975, the war ended here when a North Vietnamese Army tank broke through the gates. You can see the war room, the banquet hall, and the presidential office, which has some unusual gifts that have been received over the years.
In the afternoon, visit the War Remnants Museum. Your guide will tell you about the sad and difficult times the city faced during the Vietnam War. The museum has displays of military aircraft, weapons, and many photographs, some of which are quite graphic.
Then, head to Cho Lon, which is the city’s Chinatown, and visit Thien Hau Pagoda, dedicated to the Goddess of the Sea. The pagoda has beautiful carvings and amazing incense coils, making it a great place for photos. Finally, enjoy a cyclo ride through the narrow streets to Binh Tay Market, where you can buy everything from hats to dried squid!
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