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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour with AM/PM Departure

Most booked tours and tickets in Ho Chi Minh City

Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour with AM/PM Departure

Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour with AM/PM Departure

4.917,096 reviews7h
Premium Ho Chi Minh City Motorbike Food Tour (Michelin Optional)

Premium Ho Chi Minh City Motorbike Food Tour (Michelin Optional)

5.010,608 reviews4h
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta with Coconut Village Tour

Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta with Coconut Village Tour

4.98,313 reviews10h 30m
Mekong Delta Guided Tour with Sampan Ride & Local Lunch

Mekong Delta Guided Tour with Sampan Ride & Local Lunch

4.87,625 reviews8h
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine

Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine

4.97,391 reviews10h
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour from Ho Chi Minh

Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour from Ho Chi Minh

4.96,910 reviews11h
Ho Chi Minh City: Motorbike Street Food Tour with 12 Tastings

Ho Chi Minh City: Motorbike Street Food Tour with 12 Tastings

5.04,606 reviews4h
Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

5.03,447 reviews4h

Top sights in Ho Chi Minh City

  1. 1War Remnants Museum
  2. 2Cu Chi Tunnels
  3. 3Ben Thanh Market
  4. 4Notre-Dame Cathedral
  5. 5Bui Vien Walking Street
  6. 6Mekong Delta Day Trip
  • A Street Food Paradise: Dive into a world where the best meals cost under $2. Hunt for the perfect bowl of phở at Phở Hòa Pasteur, savor a crispy bánh mì from Bánh Mì Huynh Hoa, or brave the legendary snail stall Ốc Oanh in District 3. Every corner offers a new culinary adventure.
  • Living History Lessons: Confront the complex 20th century at the profoundly moving War Remnants Museum, explore the ingenious Cu Chi Tunnels, and walk through the Independence Palace, frozen in time from 1975. History here is tangible, not just read in books.
  • The Motorbike Metropolis Experience: Embrace the city's pulse by crossing a street like a local—with steady pace and faith—or go deeper with a guided motorbike food tour at night, zipping through back alleys inaccessible to cars to discover hidden eateries.

Tickets and passes in Ho Chi Minh City

Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Adventure: Full-Day Small Group

Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Adventure: Full-Day Small Group

5.01,919 reviews9h 40m
Ho Chi Minh City Private Half-Day Tour by U.S Army Jeep

Ho Chi Minh City Private Half-Day Tour by U.S Army Jeep

4.91,367 reviews3h
Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks

Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks

4.91,054 reviews4h
Authentic Mekong Delta Bike & Cooking Day Tour - Small Group

Authentic Mekong Delta Bike & Cooking Day Tour - Small Group

4.9782 reviews9h 30m

Food and drink experiences in Ho Chi Minh City

Private Street Food Motorbike Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

Private Street Food Motorbike Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

5.02,454 reviews4h
Super Niche Walking Street Food Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

Super Niche Walking Street Food Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

5.02,273 reviews4h
Female Rider: Ho Chi Minh City Food Tasting & Sightseeing Tour

Female Rider: Ho Chi Minh City Food Tasting & Sightseeing Tour

5.01,759 reviews3h
Ho Chi Minh Night Tour by Motorbikes with Female Rider | KissTour

Ho Chi Minh Night Tour by Motorbikes with Female Rider | KissTour

5.01,311 reviews3h 30m

Day trips and outdoor activities from Ho Chi Minh City

Premium Cu Chi Tunnels Tour by Speedboat – Small Group Experience

Premium Cu Chi Tunnels Tour by Speedboat – Small Group Experience

5.02,473 reviews6h
Small-Group Mekong Delta Day Trip: Boat Ride, Cottages & Pagoda

Small-Group Mekong Delta Day Trip: Boat Ride, Cottages & Pagoda

4.91,472 reviews9h
Mekong Delta Guided Tour from Ho Chi Minh City

Mekong Delta Guided Tour from Ho Chi Minh City

4.91,137 reviews9h

Hidden gems in Ho Chi Minh City

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Café Apartments (42 Nguyễn Huệ)

A former apartment block turned into a vertical street of independent cafes, boutiques, and studios.

Lăng Ông Bà Chiểu (Tomb of Marshal Lê Văn Duyệt)

A sprawling, ornate temple and tomb complex dedicated to a revered 19th-century Vietnamese general.

Địa Đạo Củ Chi Wildlife Rescue Station

A sanctuary for animals rescued from the illegal wildlife trade, located near the Cu Chi Tunnels.

Phố Đi Bộ Nguyễn Huệ (Nguyen Hue Walking Street) at Dawn

The famous pedestrian boulevard, completely transformed in the early morning.

Bến Bình Đông Wholesale Flower Market

A massive, bustling wholesale flower market in District 8, operating in the dead of night.

Day trips from Ho Chi Minh City

Củ Chi Tunnels

1.5 - 2 hours by car/bus

A profound historical site showcasing the ingenuity and resilience of Vietnamese soldiers during the war. This vast network of underground tunnels includes living areas, kitchens, hospitals, and command centers.

Mekong Delta (Mỹ Tho or Bến Tre)

2 hours by bus to Mỹ Tho

Experience the "Rice Bowl" of Vietnam, a labyrinth of rivers, swamps, and islands where life revolves around the water. A day trip offers a serene contrast to the city's chaos.

Vũng Tàu

2 hours by ferry or 2.5 hours by car/bus

A popular beach getaway for Saigon locals. While not a pristine tropical paradise, it offers a long beachfront, fresh seafood, and a giant Christ the King statue with panoramic views.

Plan your Ho Chi Minh City trip

Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City?+

Top sights include War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels, Ben Thanh Market and Notre-Dame Cathedral. Away from the crowds, try Café Apartments (42 Nguyễn Huệ) and Lăng Ông Bà Chiểu (Tomb of Marshal Lê Văn Duyệt).

What are the most popular tours in Ho Chi Minh City?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour with AM/PM Departure (4.9 stars, 17,096 reviews); Premium Ho Chi Minh City Motorbike Food Tour (Michelin Optional) (5.0 stars, 10,608 reviews); Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta with Coconut Village Tour (4.9 stars, 8,313 reviews).

How much do tours in Ho Chi Minh City cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €14 and €77 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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