Interesting facts about HCMC

• It used to be the main port of Cambodia
• Sai Gon City became Ho Chi Minh City after the American War, in 1975
• Vietnam biggest city has about 6 million inhabitants and almost as many motorbikes
• Ho Chi Minh City is the economical heart of the country

Why we love HCMC (and think you will too)

·         The city is full of contrasts, local sellers are based in front of modern high rise buildings and women in traditional Ao Dai dresses meet with business men at a local coffee shop

·         The city never sleeps; be part of its bustling activity!

·         Local markets (especially Ben Thanh Market) offer an unending choice of silk and handicrafts

·         Modern shopping centers combine the best of Asia with famous western brands

·         You’ll surely enjoy unending parties at local discotheques

·         It offers an easy access to some of the most beautiful beaches in the country (Mui Ne, Nha Trang and Phu Quoc), Mekong Delta, Dalat and Cambodia

Our top tips on getting the best out of HCMC

• When crossing the road, walk straight ahead, keep a steady pace and don’t hesitate! The motorbikes will avoid you unless you make a last minute change of pace etc
• Enjoy the sunrise at the Cultural Park and join the local people at their morning exercise
• Visit the Reunification Palace and the Notre Dame Cathedral and get closer to Vietnams past
• Discover the Chinese district and its colorful pagodas and markets
• Enjoy a coffee or iced green tea in one of the numerous traditional open air coffee shops and get a real insight on the daily life of Saigonese people
• Spoil yourself with a traditional oil foot massage
• Cruise the Saigon River at sunset
• Book a dinner at the 23^rd floor of a hotel and overlook the city by night
• Join a karaoke contest and compete with Vietnam idol!

Weather in HCMC

• May to October – hot and wet
• November to April – warm and dry

Our fab trips in and out of HCMC

Recommended Hotels in HCMC