What are the must-see attractions in Ho Chi Minh City? Marble statue of Our Lady of Peace. Map of attractions in Russian

• The attractions of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) are museums, theaters, monuments, parks, pagodas, temples and churches, leisure parks, famous markets and even shopping centers and restaurants. And I will tell you about the most interesting ones on this page.

  I must say right away that in this sample I included only those objects that are located within a radius of 15 km from the city center.

  What to see in Ho Chi Minh?

  Ho Chi Minh City is multi-faceted and diverse. Thanks to the rich past, there are many different monuments of architecture, culture, as well as religious sites and places for outdoor recreation.

  Conventionally, they can be divided into several categories:

  1. Pagodas, temples and churches
  2. Markets and shopping centers
  3. Amusement parks and water parks
  4. Ana's restaurant

  So, let's look at them in more detail.

  State and public buildings

  As an Asian city, Ho Chi Minh City pleasantly surprises travelers with a neighborhood of strict European-style buildings, artsy old buildings, as well as ultra-modern high-rise buildings. Here are the most iconic and interesting ones.

  1 . Independence Palace (Dinh Độc Lập)

  A symbol of the unification of the southern and northern parts of the country. Previously, this place was the residence of the governor, the government house, the presidential palace. The building acquired its final appearance in 1966 (architect Ngo Vi). 10 years later it was named a National Cultural and Historical Relic.

  • Feature: The end of the Vietnam War was declared here
  • Known as Independence Palace among tourists
  • Address: 135 Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 07:30-11:00, 13:00-16:30
  • Ticket price: 40.000 VND

  

  2. People's Committee Building (Trụ sở Ủy ban Nhân dân)

  Built in 1908. It was originally the Hotel De Ville. Now it is the City Hall. The building is distinguished by magnificent architecture in colonial style. It is not accessible to tourists, but it is an excellent backdrop for photos, especially when illuminated in the evening.

  • Known as Ho Chi Minh City Hall among tourists
  • Address: 86 Lê Thánh Tôn, Bến Nghé, Quận 1

  3. Ho Chi Minh Central Post Office (Bưu điện Hồ Chí Minh)

  The modern post office local population and tourists are provided with a full range of relevant services. The building is very beautiful - a vivid example of colonial architecture of the late 19th century.

  • Known among tourists as the Saigon Central Post Office
  • Address: 125 Công xã Paris, Bến Nghé, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Fri. 07:00-19:00, Sat. 07:00-18:00, Sun. 08:00-18:00

  4. Bitexco financial tower

  68-storey skyscraper. It houses offices, a shopping center and a restaurant. On the 49th floor there is a 360˚ observation deck (aka Saigon Skydeck). From the 58th to the 60th there is a museum-club-bar "Heineken".

  • Feature: tallest business building in the country
  • Known among tourists as Bitexco Financial Tower
  • Address: 36 Hồ Tùng Mậu, Bến Nghé, Quận 1
  • Opening hours of the observation deck: Mon.-Sun. 09:30-21:30
  • Ticket price: 200.000 VND (adults), 130.000 (children, seniors)
  • Opening hours of the bar "Heineken": Mon.-Sun. 15:00-21:30

  

  Cultural attractions

  Ho Chi Minh is rich in cultural objects. Thematically, they can be divided into four groups.

  • Museums
  • Hu art galleries
  • Theaters and circus
  • Statues and monuments

  Now more about each group.

  Museums

  The city has many museums of various kinds: historical and military, art, cultural.

  You will find a list of the most important and interesting ones below.

  Located in the industrial suburb of Saigon - at the Kuchi ride. This is a large number of underground tunnels created by local residents during the Vietnam War. Historical place. Thanks in part to the actions of the partisans who fought in this underground city with American soldiers, the United States was forced to cease hostilities and withdraw its troops from Vietnamese territory. The total length of the catacombs is more than two hundred kilometers. In some areas, their maximum depth reaches 15 meters. A trip to Kuchi is an opportunity to see with your own eyes the realities of a monstrous war that lasted 25 years.

  • Feature: these are the only underground tunnels in the world created during military operations and without any special technical devices
  • Known as Cu Chi Tunnels among tourists
  • Address: TỈNH LỘ 15, Phú Mỹ Hưng, Củ Chi, Hồ Chí Minh
  • Ticket price: 70.000 VND (adult), 20.000 (children)
  • How to get there: by buses No. 13 and No. 94 (with transfers) or by taxi

  

  2. Vietnam History Museum (Bảo tàng Lịch sử Việt Nam)

  Built in 1926. It is the first museum in South Vietnam. It has been in operation since 1979. The expositions of this museum show all periods of the development of the state, starting from the prehistoric.

  • Known among tourists as
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 08:00-11:30, 13.00-17:00
  • Ticket price: 20.000 VND

  

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  Built in 1890. Initially, exhibitions of local delicacies were planned in the building. However, it was so beautiful that it became the residence of the governor. After 5 times changed their owners. Since 1999, this museum has been operating in it, the expositions of which tell about the history and culture of the country. Military equipment is exhibited in the adjacent territory.

  • Known among tourists as Ho Chi Minh City Museum
  • Address: 65 Lý Tự Trọng, Bến Nghé, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 07:30-18:00
  • Ticket price: 3 0.000 VND

  

  4. War Victims Museum (Bảo tàng chứng tích chiến tran)

  The exhibits tell about the crimes committed during the Vietnam War. Behind the walls of the building is an exhibition of captured American military equipment of those years. The museum topped the "Top 25 Museums in Asia" in 2017, the winner of "Travellers' Choice" in 2014 and 2017.

  • Among tourists is known as
  • Address: 28 Võ Văn Tần, Phường 6, District 3
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 07:30-12:00, 13:00-17:00
  • Ticket price: 40.000 VND (students, military, veterans - 50% discount)

  Located on the banks of the Saigon River, a 5-minute walk from the city council building. The materials of the museum tell the story of the life and struggle of Ho Chi Minh, the country's main political figure. The exposure is simple. If someone is looking for interactive - you should go to other institutions.

  • Known among tourists as Ho Chi Minh Museum
  • Address: 1 Nguyen Tat Thanh, District 4
  • Opening hours: 07:30-11:30, 13:30-17:00
  • Ticket price: 15.000 VND

  
  

  6. Ton Duc Thang Museum (Bảo tàng Tôn Đức Thắng)

  It tells about the life of one of the presidents of Vietnam - Ton Duc Thang, as well as the development of communism in the country. The museum has an important ideological significance for the education of the younger generation. Located in close proximity (600 meters) to the Saigon Opera.

  • Known among tourists as Ton Duc Thang Museum
  • Address: 5 Ton Duc Thang Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
  • Opening hours: Tue-Sun. 08:00-11:30, 13:30-16:30, Mon. - day off

  

  7. Museum of Fine Arts (Bảo Tàng Mỹ Thuật)

  It occupies one of the most beautiful buildings in the city, built in the colonial style - the former mansion of a Chinese merchant. This is one of the most popular city museums. Lovers and connoisseurs of classical art will like it. Included in the Top 10 Best Museums in Vietnam 2017. Inside there is a cafe and a gift shop. Cons: There is no air conditioning in the building.

  • Known among tourists as Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
  • Address: 97A Phó Đức Chính, Phường Nguyễn Thái Bìn, Quận 1
  • Opening hours: Tue-Sun. 09:00-17:00, Mon. - day off
  • Ticket price: 10.000 VND

  

  8. Asian Women's Museum (Bảo tàng Phụ nữ Nam Bộ)

  Founded in 1985. Illustrated tells about the cultural traditions of women in Vietnam. The halls showcase their ancestral crafts and tell stories about their lives and exploits during the Revolution and the Vietnam War.

  • Known among tourists as the Southern Women's Museum
  • Address: 202 Võ Thị Sáu, Phường 7, district 3
  • Opening hours: 08:00-11:30, 13:30-16:30

  Located in an old 6-storey building. Its numerous exhibits (about 3,000) will tell you everything about the development of medicine and pharmaceuticals in this country. The museum has modern audio-video equipment. By the way, just like some other museums in the city, it is the winner of Travelers’ Choice in 2015. It is located 3 km from the Military Museum.

  • Feature: the first private museum in the country
  • Known among tourists as FITO Museum
  • Address: 41 Hoang Du Khuong Street, Ward 12, District 10
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 08:30-17:00
  • Ticket price: 120.000 VND (adults), 60.000 VND (children)

  10. Museum of Illusions Artinus 3D (Khu Triển lãm Tranh 3D Artinus)

  It is a gallery of images in 3D format, against which you can take a picture and become part of this picture. Suitable for visiting with children, but adults will also like it. Photos can be printed on site.

  • Address: Số 2, Đường số 9, Tân Hưng, District 7
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Fri. 09:00-18:00, Sat-Sun. 09:00-20:00
  • Ticket price: 200.000 VND

  Art galleries

  It may seem surprising to many, but they are in Ho Chi Minh City. And believe me, they deserve to visit them and even, if desired, purchase a painting by one of the local artists. So, before you the most interesting salons of the city.

  1. Vietnam Art Gallery

  Founded in 2011. It will be of interest to art lovers, as well as gallery owners in other countries. Offers a wide range of paintings by Vietnamese artists.

  • Address: 80 Nguyen Hue St., District 1

  2. Gallery of the photo artist Couleurs d'Asie by Réhahn

  Exhibition of photographs by the world famous French photographer Réhahn. Exhibited impressive photos of representatives of the ethnic groups of the region - those whose traditions and very existence are in danger of extinction.

  • Address: Floor 1, 151/7 Đồng Khởi, Bến Nghé, 10 minutes walk from the main market
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 08:30-21:30

  Works since 2009. Works of young sculptors and painters are exhibited here. It also regularly hosts curatorial exhibitions of emerging Vietnamese artists.

  • Address: 27 Trần Nhật Duật, Tân Định, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sat. 11:00-18:00, Sun. 12:00-17:00

  4 Lotus Gallery

  Founded in 1991. Mostly the works of young artists are presented here. The gallery opens up new names and promotes traditional and contemporary Vietnamese fine arts to the world. Located 300 meters from Ben Thanh market.

  • Address: 100 Nam Ki Khoi Nghia St, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 09:00-18:00

  

  Theaters and circus

  As such, there are two theaters in the city. One represents classical art, while the second shows all the beauty of the authentic and traditional. In addition, there is a circus building in Ho Chi Minh City.

  It has the status of a municipality. It is located in a beautiful building built by the French in 1897. A large-scale reconstruction carried out in 1998 completely changed its external and internal appearance. Now it is modern in all respects the temple of Melpomene. On its stage, performances of ballet troupes, opera singers of world renown are held, various events of a national scale are held.

  • Known among tourists as Saigon Opera House
  • Address: 07 Công Trường Lam Sơn, Bến Nghé

  

  

  An unusual show for Europeans. The tradition of such performances originated in the 11th century - they depict the beliefs and customs of Vietnam. In addition, the puppet theater is a tool for educating nationalism and strengthening the cultural identity of young people. It is located a few hundred meters from the Palace of Independence.

  • Feature: actors perform in a pool filled with water
  • Known to tourists as the Golden Drag on Water Puppet Theater
  • Address: 55B Nguyen Thi Minh Khai street, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 17:00, 18:30, 19:45
  • Ticket price: 170.000 VND

  

  Works since 1959. The performances combine dancing, elements of kung fu wrestling and acrobatic numbers. The basis of the presentations national histories, legends and beliefs of Vietnam. Performances are held daily, but keep in mind that the circus often goes on international tours. Located 10 minutes walk from the main market.

  • Address: 283/27 Pham Ngu Lao Street
  • Ticket price: 340.000 VND

  Statues and monuments

  To learn more about the history of my country, visit the monuments that have great importance for the people of Vietnam.

  Erected to a Buddhist monk revered as a bodhisattva. In 1963, in protest, he publicly set himself on fire at a crossroads in Saigon, because at that time the government regime was persecuting the followers of this doctrine. The monument is installed at the intersection of Cach Mang Thang Tam and Ng uyen Dinh Chieu streets.

  • Known among tourists as The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument
  • Address: Corner of Cach Mang Thang Tam/Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street

  Dedicated to the outstanding commander and military theorist Chan Hyng Dao. In the XII-I century, he led the army of the Viet in the battle against the Mongols. April 9th ​​(when the Dai Viet army crushed them) is in Vietnam public holiday. The monument stands on Ton Duc Thang street.

  • Known as Tran Hung Dao Statue among tourists
  • Address: Ton Duc Thang, Ben Nghe, Ho Chi Minh City

  Pagodas, temples and churches

  Vietnam has a long history. Many peoples lived here - with their own beliefs and traditions. This is reflected in the existing temples, pagodas and mosques.

  All religious buildings in the city can be divided into the following groups:

  • Christian
  • Buddhist
  • Hindu
  • Musulmanian

  Below I have listed the most interesting shrines from each group.

  Christian

  Christian churches in Ho Chi Minh City are, first of all, the legacy of the French colonialists, as well as the result of European cultural influence.

  There are two in total.

  1. Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral

  The current Catholic church. Built in 1880. It is an example of beautiful Romanesque architecture. By the way, all the materials for its construction were brought from France, which in those days, you see, was not an easy task. However, until 2020 it will only be possible to look at the cathedral from afar - it is closed for reconstruction. And it is located next to the main post office of the city, it is impossible to pass by.

  • Known among tourists as Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon
  • Address: 1 Cong Xa Paris, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1

  Its European name is Catholic Church Sacred Heart of Jesus. Gothic style buildings and the unusual bright pink color of the facade attract the attention of travelers. The temple dates from the end of the 19th century.

  • Known among tourists as Tan Dinh Church
  • Address: 289 Hai Bà Trưng, ​​Phường 8, District 3

  Buddhist

  Most of the temples and pagodas in the city are, of course, Buddhist. I will tell you the most important for locals and the most popular with visitors.

  See below for all the details.

  Built in 1956. One of the largest in the city. The pagoda houses the sacred relics of the Buddha. The complex also includes the highest bell tower in Vietnam - 32 meters.

  • Known as Xa Loi pagoda among tourists
  • Address: 89B Bà Huyện Thanh Quan, Phường 7, District 3
  • Opening hours: 07:00-11:00, 14:00-17:00

  The current Buddhist temple complex. Here is the central association of Buddhists of the country. Built in 1971. The group of buildings includes a 40-meter 7-storey tower (tourists are not allowed to enter it).

  • Known as Vinh Nghiem Pagoda among tourists
  • Address: 339 Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, Phường 14, Quận 3

  3. Jade Emperor Pagoda (Chùa Ngọc Hoàng)

  Year of construction - 1909th. The most famous and beloved by pilgrims pagoda of the city. Created in honor of the supreme Taoist god Ngoc Hoangu. Located in the center, 1.5 km from the city zoo.

  • Feature: in one of the halls of the pagoda, childless couples pray for heirs
  • Known among tourists as Jade Emperor Pagoda
  • Address: 73 Mai Thi Luu, Da Kao, District 1

  Built in 1744. The oldest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. Contains an impressive collection of Buddha statues and figurines.

  • Feature: on the territory of the garden, broken around the pagoda, there is a bodhi tree, sitting under which Gautama Buddha himself was enlightened
  • Known as Giac Lam Pagoda among tourists
  • Address: 565 Lạc Long Quân, Phường 10, Tân Bình

  Built in 1760. Dedicated to the goddess Thien Hau - the mistress of the sea. The architecture of the building is dominated by the Chinese style. Decorated with excellent wood carvings.

  • Known as Ba Thien Hau Temple among tourists
  • Address: 156 Đường Võ Văn Kiệt, Phường Nguyễn Thái Bìn, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 08:00-16:30

  

  Hindu

  Erected at the end of the 19th century in honor of the goddess Mariamman, who is worshiped by adherents of Hinduism. A bright structure, decorated with various sculptures of deities.

  • Known as Mariamman Hindu Temple Saigon among tourists
  • Address: 45 Trương Định, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 07:00-19:00

  

  Muslim

  It was built in 1935 by adherents of Islam who came from India. It attracts with its elegant architecture. Located within walking distance of the Opera House.

  • Known among tourists as Saigon Central Mosque
  • Address: 66 Dong Du Street, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 08:00-20:00

  natural attractions

  The most interesting places for outdoor recreation are on this list.

  It was opened in 1869. One of the largest in Vietnam. Includes places where animals are kept, a territory with plants, an amusement park, an orchid garden, lakes. It is one of the oldest and continuously operating zoos in the world.

  Known among tourists as

  • Address: 2 Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm, Bến Nghé, Quận 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 07:00-17:00
  • Ticket price: 8.000 VND (Mon-Fri), 12.000 VND (Sat-Sun)

  Large, functional, green park in the city center. On its territory there are restaurants, cafes, a cinema, a swimming pool, a play area for children. It is located behind the Palace of Independence, not far from the Mariamman Temple.

  • Address: 80 Truong Dinh, District 1

  

  Opened in 1983. Named after the little Vietnamese patriot Le Van Tam.

  Quite a large, cozy green park. An island of fresh air in the city. A favorite vacation spot for citizens - many of them come here to play sports. An orchestra plays here in the evenings. Located in area No. 1, 1 km from the Asian Women's Museum.

  • Known as Le Van Tam Park among tourists
  • Address: Hai Ba Trung Street

  

  It was opened in 2014. A Japanese-style park with rocks, carp swimming in ponds, and 500-year-old bonsai trees. Covers an area of ​​20,000 m2. There is a Japanese restaurant in the park.

  • Feature: stones, building materials and even fish - all brought from Japan
  • Known as Rin Rin Park among tourists
  • Address: 87/8p đường Xuân Thới Thượng 6, ấp Xuân Thới Đông 1, xã Xuân Thới Đông, huyện Hóc Môn
  • Ticket price: 50.000 VND

  

  

  The main water artery of this region. Its length is 25 6 km. The former name of the city comes from it. It flows through the entire city and has many branch canals. In addition to cargo transportation, there are many river excursions along the Saigon River that allow you to enjoy excellent views. Evening walks are especially popular among tourists.

  

  6. Dong Tam (Đồng Tâm) snake farm

  It is located quite far from the city - 70 km, but definitely worth a visit. It is part of a large nursery located in the town of the same name Dong Tam. There is a garden on the territory, medicinal plants grow. Here they not only breed snakes and study poisons, but also create medicines based on them. There is also a scientific medical center, a museum, a zoo. In the local shop you can buy snakeskin products, medicines and cosmetics.

  • Feature: here is the official museum of snakes, the only one in the country
  • Known to tourists as Dong Tam Snake Farm
  • Address: Cầu, Tỉnh Tiền Giang, Trung An
  • Ticket price: 25.000 VND
  • How to get there: only on your own (nothing goes to the farm from public transport)

  

  The decision to create it was made by the government of the country back in 1978. This was dictated by the need to deal with the consequences of the Vietnam War. Indeed, as a result of the use of chemical weapons by the Americans, a significant part of the unique mangrove forests was destroyed. The reserve is located in the coastal region, 40 km from the city, in the province of Longan. It occupies an area of ​​almost 80 thousand hectares. The base is a natural wetland formed as a result of the overflow of the Dong Nai and Saigon rivers. It is a unique ecosystem - more than two hundred different biological species (including saltwater crocodiles) live in the water part, forests, swamps and fields, fifty rare plant species grow.

  • Feature: first of
  • Known among tourists as
  • Address: Rừng Sác, Cần Giờ, Hồ Chí Minh
  • How to get there: by taxi, by boat

  

  

  Natural landmark of Vietnam. It is located in the southwest of the country. Its territory is almost 40 thousand km2. Delta is not only a combination of river tributaries, wetlands, rice fields, floating markets, and villages and cities located here. This is an important agricultural region of the country. Incidentally, the mangrove forests of Kanzo and snake farm Dong Tam is territorially part of it. The Mekong Delta is ideal for lovers ecological tourism. Unusual nature, rare species of flora and fauna, original, not spoiled by civilization life local residents… This and much more attracts tourists here, the number of which is growing every year.

  • Known among tourists as
  • Ticket price: depends on the chosen excursion
  • How to get there: by boat

  Markets and shopping centers

  And now I will tell you about the most interesting places in the city in terms of shopping. Someone likes to visit markets, and someone likes large stores.

  Here are the most popular ones.

  Markets

  Founded in the 17th century. Authentic South Asian market. The most famous both in the city and in the country. After the closing of the day market, the night market expands its rows around, with numerous cafes. Located in area No. 1, at the intersection of Le Loi, Ham Nghi, Tran Hung Dao and Le Lai streets.

  • Known among tourists as
  • Address: Le Loi, Ham Nghi, Tran Hung Dao Avenues and Le Lai Street, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 06:00-18:00 (day), 18:00-24:00 (night)

  It is more designed for local residents and the prices here are lower than for similar goods in the Ben Thanh market. However, the main reason why you should come here is the widest range of various fabrics among all the markets in the city. Located 500 meters from Le Van Tam Park.

  • Known as Tan Dinh Market among tourists
  • Address: Tan Dinh Ward, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 05:00-23:00

  Vendors, in addition to various tools and building materials, offer real military antiques, as well as military shoes and clothing. Popular with history buffs and numismatists. You can buy rare items that have been preserved since the war with the Americans. He spread his ranks 500 meters from art museum cities.

  • Known as Dan Sinh Market among tourists
  • Address: 104 Yersin Street, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 07:00-17:30

  

  4. Russian market

  Located in the city center, in a large two-story building. So by and large, this is more of a shopping center, not a market. Especially loved by Russian tourists (hence the name) for the fact that the range of goods is designed specifically for them - sizes, types of clothing, and prices are reasonable.

  • Known among tourists as Russian market
  • Address: 28 Vo Van Kiet Street, Co Giang Ward, Area No. 1
  • Opening hours: 09:00-20:00

  
  

  Shopping centers

  Opened in 1999. One of the biggest in the city. Includes an entertainment part and a huge number of shops with premium goods. The main difference from other centers is the jewelry stores that sell real certified jewelry.

  Located next to the Ben Thanh market - shimmering like a diamond in the sun, the building is impossible not to notice.

  • Address: 34 Le Duan Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 09:30-22:00

  

  Opened in 2010. Attracts tourists with a convenient location. Almost 300 shops offering products of world brands and numerous restaurants operate on its squares. Prices are quite high compared to other trading platforms. But on the ground floor there is a good and inexpensive bookstore.

  • Address: 72 Lê Thánh Tôn, Bến Nghé, District 1
  • Opening hours: 09:30-22:00

  

  It occupies the first floors of one of the city's skyscrapers. Upscale and very European. It contains shops of the most famous, expensive and luxurious world brands, as well as excellent restaurants. It is not difficult to walk, only 650 meters from Bitexco - and you are there.

  • Address: 65 Le Loi Boulevard, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Thu. 09:30-21:30, Fri.-Sun. 09:30-22:30

  

  Opened in 2016. Refers to a Japanese concern with a 180-year history, especially widely known in Asian countries. Modern center with excellent shops and restaurants. You can buy Japanese-made goods. It is a 5 minute walk from Ben Thanh market.

  • Address: 92-94 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ben Nghe ward, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Fri. 09:30-21:30, Sat-Sun 09:30-22:30

  As you can see, in Ho Chi Minh City you have ample opportunities for shopping: whether it be luxury brand items, local crafts, food or souvenirs.

  Amusement parks and water parks

  1. Dai Nam Amusement Park
  2. Suoi Tien Amusement Park
  3. Dam Sen Amusement Park

  So let's get started.

  1. Dai Nam Amusement Park (Lạc Cảnh Đại Nam Văn Hiến)

  Located 40 km from the city center. Located on the territory of the country's largest tourist complex, which is called the Vietnamese "Disneyland" (aka Dai Nam Wonderl and). The park is located on 450 (!) hectares and was opened to the public in November 2008.

  It includes: a zoo, a water park (or, as the Vietnamese call it, an artificial sea), an amusement park, the Golden Temple ... You can’t list everything! And all this against the backdrop of impressive natural scenery, with mountains, rivers, lakes and a huge amount of green spaces. For the convenience of visitors - internal transport services. After all, you can’t walk much on such a large territory on foot.

  To enjoy everyone types of entertainment One day is definitely not enough for you. Therefore, it is better to set aside a few days to rest here, especially if you plan to visit Dai Nam with children.

  • Known as Dai Nam Amusement Theme Park among tourists
  • Address: 13, Hiệp An, Thủ Dầu Một Bình Dương
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Fri. 08:00-17:00, Sat-Sun 08:00-18:00
  • Ticket price: from 20.000 VND to 200.000 VND
  • How to get there: bus number 616 or taxi

  

  

  
  

  Located 18 km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City. Works since 1995. It occupies an area of ​​50 hectares. The choice of attractions in the park is huge: both for adult visitors and for the smallest. Among the most popular are the Ferris wheel, winter house, fear room, monorail, roller coaster. On the territory of the park there is a farm with crocodiles (you can feed them for a fee), a water park (not very big) and a small zoo. You can also watch the performance of trained dolphins, it takes place 5 times a day. Like other Saigon amusement parks, it is better to come to Suoi Tien on weekdays. Weekends are very crowded and noisy - many tourists do not like it.

  • Feature: the entertainment orientation of the park is combined with the religious one. There are many functioning temples here. Buddhist sculptures and statues, among which the famous statue of Avalokiteshvara
  • Known as Suoi Tien Cultural Amusement Park among tourists
  • Address: Phường Tân Phú, Quận 9
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 08:00-17:00
  • Ticket price: 90.000 VND (adults), 45.000 VND (children). Each attraction must be paid separately.
  • How to get there: by bus number 1 9 or by taxi

  3. Dam Sen Amusement Park (Công viên Văn hoá Đầm Sen)

  Opened in 2008. Like Suoi Tien Park, it is spread over 50 hectares. There is a water park, a sports center, an entertainment center, a lake with lotuses, gardens with birds and orchids, a contact mini-zoo. There are even caves and thickets with dinosaurs (quite realistic, I must say) and, of course, many attractions scattered throughout the territory. The favorable location of the park attracts not only local residents, but also many "transit" tourists - those who have a few free hours waiting for a transfer at the airport. To spend them here would be absolutely the right decision.

  • Feature: here is the best water park in the city
  • Known among tourists as Dam Sen Cultural Park
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Fri. 07:30-18:00, Sat-Sun. 07:30-21:00

  

  

  4. Dam Sen Water Park (Công viên nước Đầm Sen)

  Part of the Dam Sen park. It is the largest in Ho Chi Minh City. The water park is equipped with modern equipment, which is constantly updated. Artificial rivers, pool of 3,000 m2 with sea ​​waves, hydromassage and children's pools, a variety of extreme slides and more ... More than 30 types of proposed water fun will satisfy the taste of the most demanding visitor.

  By the way, there is an excellent restaurant on the territory of the water park, which can accommodate up to 1,000 people. In general, there are many places where you can eat. With security, too, everything is in order - this is monitored by a team of professional rescuers.

  • Special Feature: Dam Sen Water Park was named Top 10 Best Water Parks in Asia in 2014
  • Known among tourists as Dam Sen Water Park
  • Address: 3 Hòa Bình, Phường 3, Quận 11
  • Opening hours: Mon., Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat. 09:00-18:00, Tue. - day off
  • Sunday and holidays - 08:30-18:00
  • Entrance ticket price: 150.000 VND (for adults over 140 cm), 110.000 VND (for children whose height is from 80 to 140 cm). Everyone below is free.
  • For visitors arriving after 16:00, tickets cost less - 120,000 VND (adult) and 80,000 VND (children).
  • How to get there: by bus number 11 or by taxi

  

  

  Restaurants

  There are hundreds of places to eat in Ho Chi Minh City. The choice is huge. This is an incredible number of local cafes and eateries. These are ubiquitous fast food restaurants such as Mcdonald's, KFC, Burger King, Lotteri a and others. These are gourmet restaurants specializing in Pan-Asian and European dishes. There is everything, even French confectioneries, which invariably cause delight and surprise among European travelers.

  I will name you a few establishments that will be especially interesting to visit.

  High cuisine restaurant. Impressive. Delight. Charm is cool.

  • Cuisine: Asian, European, Vegetarian, Fusion
  • Feature: dinner in absolute darkness
  • Address: 180D, Hẻm 178 Hai Bà Trưng, ​​Da kao, District 1
  • Opening hours: 11:30-14:30 (lunch), 17:30-23:00 (dinner)

  If you want to spend one day in Paris while in Asia, this is the place for you. It is easy to find - literally a hundred meters away from Ben Thanh market - and you are there.

  • Cuisine: classic French pastries, desserts
  • Address: 23 4 Le Thanh Ton, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sat. 07:30-19:30, Sun. 07:00-14:30

  

  High cuisine restaurant. Visitors can enjoy a covered terrace and a cozy open area overlooking the Saigon River. Breathtaking views, romantic setting. The restaurant can be reached not only on foot or by transport, but also by river, by boat.

  • Cuisine: Pan-Asian
  • Feature: located on the river bank
  • Address: 38 Nguyễn Ư Dĩ, Thảo Điền, District 2
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 08:00-24:00

  

  
  

  They serve the best steak in town and have a great atmosphere - but you have to pay a hefty price for it. Awarded "Travellers' Choice-2017"

  • Cuisine: South American
  • Address: 74/1 Hai Bà Trưng, ​​Bến Nghé, District 1

  

  A cult place for lovers of real music. It is located 250 meters from the main post office.

  • Cuisine: American/Indian
  • Address: 39 Le Duan Street, District 1
  • Opening hours: Mon.-Sun. 11:00-24:00

  

  

  

  , Trụ sở Ủy ban Nhân dân Thành phố Hồ Chí, UBND Thành Phố Hồ Chí Minh) currently functions as a public institution (the city council meets here). Despite the fact that you won’t be able to enter the building, it’s worth coming here to see its architecture.

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Reunification Palace

The huge Vietnamese economic and cultural center Ho Chi Minh City is famous for its attractions, one of which is the Reunification Palace (or Independence Palace). Erected in 1868, a modified and reconstructed building in the city center is located in a large beautiful park

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Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City

There is a corner in Ho Chi Minh (former Saigon - the capital of the French colony) that is dear to the hearts of Europeans. This is the Cathedral of Saigon Mother of God(Notre-Dame Cathedral Saigon), perhaps the main attraction of the city. The history of the cathedral dates back to the time of Indochina.

Vietnam's largest city, Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), named after Communist Party leader Ho Chi Minh, who led the Vietnamese people in the fight against the United States and France, is "the heart and soul of Vietnam." The metropolis (population of about six million people) preserves the country's thousand-year-old features and traditions and does not allow it to lose its uniqueness and originality. To get to know Vietnam better and closer, you just need to visit Ho Chi Minh City, its spiritual capital.

Today, Ho Chi Minh City is a popular tourist center, where there are many interesting museums, theaters, the world's oldest zoo, colorful pagodas, the famous Kuchi tunnels and the historical part of the city, decorated with beautiful wide boulevards and buildings of the colonial French era.

It was originally a small Cambodian fishing village of Prey Nokor. For many centuries before the arrival of the Vietnamese, the Khmers lived in it. In the 17th century, Prei Nokor became almost the main Khmer trading port. And then the resettlement of the Vietnamese began, practically isolating the Khmers from Cambodia, weakened by the war with Thailand, which did not resist the loss of the region, renamed Saigon, because of this. In 1887-1901. Saigon is the capital of "French Indochina" (French colony), and in 1955-1975. is the capital of South Vietnam. 1976, as a result of the unification of the country and the creation of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, was marked by the renaming of the city to Ho Chi Minh City.

Today it is a popular tourist center with many interesting museums, theaters, the oldest zoo in the world, colorful pagodas, the famous Kuti tunnels and the historical part of the city, decorated with beautiful wide boulevards and buildings of the colonial French era. Mixed and combined in Ho Chi Minh City national traditions Chinese, Vietnamese and Western European cultures, which makes it very attractive for tourists to travel here.

You can start your acquaintance with Ho Chi Minh City from the Reunification Palace (governor's palace), so named because of the events of 1975, when the palace was stormed.

After that, the military clashes ceased, Vietnam united, and power passed to the Communist Party.

You can visit the Cathedral of Notre Dame de Saigon in the colonial center of the city, on the Place de Paris, the younger brother of Notre Dame Cathedral. This is a magnificent temple, built in 1877 by the French colonizers. The neo-Romanesque red-brick building looks very exotic in Asian Ho Chi Minh City.

Since Vietnam is famous for its numerous pagodas, you can visit the largest of them - the Buddhist pagoda of Vinh Nghiem (1973). The construction was supported by the Japanese-Vietnamese Friendship Association, so it was built in the Japanese style.

You can relax and have fun in the Dam Sheen amusement park, see a small copy of the Jacques-Vienne pagoda, a bird garden, a puppet show, visit the Nam-Tu Royal Garden, a water park or a sports center. Also in Ho Chi Minh City it will be interesting to visit the zoo and the botanical garden, get acquainted with rare species of trees and plants, birds and animals, creepy reptiles.

Ho Chi Minh is a city, walking around which you endlessly plunge into its hectic life, visiting its sights, squares, parks, shopping centers and the rows of the Bien Tanh market or sitting in a cafe with a cup of coffee and enjoying amazing spicy aromas oriental spices, all sorts of goodies and the haze of street braziers.

• Where to stay: In colorful Ho Chi Minh City - ancient Saigon, where there are both luxurious hotels and ultra-budget guest houses, and there are a whole bunch of attractions in the area. For fans beach holiday direct road to the popular

Ho Chi Minh City is rightfully considered the soul of Vietnam. In a dynamic and noisy city, there is entertainment for everyone, and his friendly residents immediately captivate with their good nature and responsiveness. The trip will allow you to feel the atmosphere of Vietnam and see many interesting places that are sure to impress.

You can see the main sights on your own. In addition, we recommend exploring its surroundings. We have prepared a description of the most interesting sights that will allow you to immerse yourself in the culture and history of Vietnam.

This Palace has another name - the Palace of Independence (Independence Palace). He is an unwitting witness to two brutal wars. Many important decisions for the country were made within its walls. Its importance for the country is difficult to overestimate.

Previously, it served as the residence of the President of South Vietnam and was almost destroyed after several air attacks. These were hard times, but despite everything, the Palace was rebuilt. The story also tells that in April 1975 the central gate was demolished by a tank of the North Vietnamese army, the war between North Vietnam and South Vietnam was over.

Museum of Military History (Museum of War Crimes)

Hundreds of tourists visit this museum every day. Be prepared for the fact that what you see will plunge you into shock and horror. Here you will not see exhibits pleasing to the eye. The museum contains evidence of American war crimes against soldiers and civilians, chemical attacks and other equally cruel acts that they committed on the country's territory. For 20 years, more than 6 million visitors have been convinced of the authenticity of the presented photographs and documents.

As we have already mentioned, the exposition of the museum includes unique photographs, archival documents and paintings, which very eloquently and truthfully tell about the violent atrocities and bullying that the people of Vietnam had to face. With horror, visitors look at each photo. Some are unable to cope with their feelings and emotions. The exposition also includes military equipment and a recreated torture chamber, completely similar to the one in which Vietnamese soldiers were tortured. The War Crimes Museum is under the protection of UNESCO.

This museum in the city center gives visitors a complete understanding of Vietnam's cultural formation and history, with more than 7,000 relics and exhibits on display.

Unique items that were created about three thousand years ago are adjacent to exhibits that vividly characterize the times of great empires. Then you can see how culture changed during the time when the country was fighting for independence. Also in the Museum of Vietnamese History you can see the performance of the puppet theater, which enjoys constant interest among tourists.

The museum was built by the French in the 19th century. The building of amazing beauty houses a rich collection of things of the leader Ho Chi Minh City. From there, he set out on a journey around the world. Among the countries he visited was the USSR. The architecture of the building is very unusual. There was a fusion of two styles: Vietnamese and French. If time permits and there is a desire to view the exhibition and personally appreciate the unique architecture of the building, then we recommend adding this museum to your list.

Ton Duc Thang Museum

The most important thing is that the entrance to this museum is free for tourists. Compared to other attractions, the museum looks very modest against their background. You will not meet crowds of curious tourists here, due to the narrow thematic focus. The exhibits tell visitors about the life of a president named Ton Duc Thang.

There is a similar museum in Hanoi. Vietnamese women have played an important role in the development of the country's history. Looking around the exposition, which is located on three floors, you can get interesting information about how women have influenced the development of society, culture, politics and other equally important areas. Entrance to the museum is free for everyone. The tour will certainly be useful and informative.

Very interesting place in Ho Chi Minh City. In the Museum you can learn about the peculiarities of Vietnamese pharmacology. Climbing up to the fifth floor, it is worth taking a look at the city. From here a wonderful panorama opens up. In addition to viewing the exhibits, here you can buy tea with unique properties, and medicines made from plant materials.

Located next to Ben Tan Market. Today this building is used as the House of Culture. His appearance amazes with its beauty and it is recommended to view it in the evening, as the backlight turns on after sunset. Unfortunately, it is not possible to view the building from the inside. In front of the building is a statue of Ho Chi Minh City.

Tall stately tower built in 2010. It has 68 floors. The 49th floor is of interest to most tourists. At this height, the tower has an observation deck with a full viewing angle. Anyone can climb here for a fee. The view of the capital is simply amazing. On the floor above there is a bar where you can relax and order drinks.

Performances take place in the evening at the Opera House. The show is one of the most interesting spectacles in all of Vietnam. It is definitely worth watching this almost legendary show. The artists give their best, and the directors never cease to amaze the audience with new "highlights". You can buy tickets on the official website. It's also worth checking out the show schedule. Even if the funds are only enough for the cheapest ticket, you should not be upset, because the view is excellent from any seat. The exception is places that are located behind the columns. Before the start of the performance, the audience is offered drinks and ice cream for additional fee. Please note that taking pictures of the artists during the show is not allowed. In many forums, tourists complain about the cold in the hall during the performance. It is better to bring a sweater or a light jacket with you.

If you have a trip to Ho Chi Minh City with children, then the zoo is the place to visit first. You can spend half a day to inspect all the inhabitants. Children will be delighted with what they see, parents will also receive a lot of positive emotions. They can even afford to buy a ticket budget travelers. There is a lot of greenery on the territory. Many inhabitants of the zoo are allowed to roam freely around the territory. Large animals are also represented here, such as elephants and rhinos, there are birds, reptiles, and butterflies. The zoo has a beautiful Botanical Garden. At the entrance, you should take a map with which it will be easier to navigate in space. Everything is thought out in the zoo, so a cafe is open for visitors, where they can have a bite to eat and relax. Children can frolic on a special playground.

There is nothing in the park! And a wonderful water park, and a large dolphinarium, and a zoo, and dozens of fun exciting rides. The park has a great view. It has many plants and various sculptures. In addition to having to pay 50 thousand dong just for entering the park, you will also have to pay for each attraction. Looks pricey, but it's worth it.

We came to Ho Chi Minh City in March and spent 4 days here. We mostly walked around the city center, visiting objects that would be interesting to see while in Saigon. Plus, Ho Chi Minh City was our first city in Vietnam, and with increased attention we studied not only the metropolis itself, but also a new country for us. I warn you right away, the post will be very voluminous, with a basic description of each attraction of Ho Chi Minh City, a huge number of photos, marks on the map, prices and coordinates. From the article you will also learn why Ho Chi Minh City is called Saigon, in which area to choose a hotel, where to eat, what to see, how to get, move around and other useful information. You can immediately go to the question of interest by clicking on the link in the menu.

Saigon or Ho Chi Minh City? A bit of history

Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam - Thanh phố Hồ Chi Minh) - although not the capital of Vietnam, but the largest city in the country with a population of about 8 million people. This metropolis is named after the famous Vietnamese politician and communist - Ho Chi Minh. But it wasn't always like that. After the colonial countries of the Indochinese peninsula gained independence from France in 1954, two different Vietnamese states were formed: South and North Vietnam. So, if Hanoi was the main city in the north, then the current Ho Chi Minh City is the capital of South Vietnam, only it was then called Saigon (Vietnam. – Sai Gòn, from the name of the river on the banks of which the city is located). In 1976, after the unification of the country, the capital of South Vietnam lost its status and was renamed in honor of the first president of North Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh (ironically, or what?). But locals after decades still call Ho Chi Minh City Saigon. On transport routes, various signs you can also find the old name. In general, Ho Chi Minh is the official name of the city, Saigon is historical and sincere.

Sights of Ho Chi Minh City with photo

The main attractions of Ho Chi Minh City can be seen in 1-3 days, for a more complete and thorough examination of the metropolis and its environs, it will take at least a week. Most of the attractions are located in the city center. You can easily get around them on foot, especially if you try to optimize the route. For this, a map of Saigon with marked remarkable objects on it and a small guide will be provided below, but for now I will list the main things to see in Ho Chi Minh City and show photos of the sights.

— Buildings and architecture

In the old center of Ho Chi Minh City, many buildings in the French colonial style have been preserved, but the city has modern buildings and skyscrapers, as well as various interesting temples and pagodas. Now we will see them.

— — Cathedral of Our Lady of Saigon (Notre Dame de Saigon)

Notre Dame de Saigon is one of the most visited attractions in Ho Chi Minh City. The Cathedral of Our Lady of Saigon is a Catholic church built in 1877-1883. during the French colonization. Many compare it to Notre Dame de Paris in France. My opinion is that they are similar except for the name and a little external form (from a distance). Style, decoration, era of construction - all this is very different. Be that as it may, it is very pleasant to feel a piece of Europe in Asia (especially to us, who missed it during the nine months of traveling in Southeast Asia 🙂). In front of the cathedral is a statue of the Virgin Mary, who stands with her feet on a snake.

• Address: Parisian Square (Bến Nghé, Hồ Chí Minh).
• Coordinates: 10.779865 N, 106.69915 E
• Visit cost: for free.
• Temple opening hours: hedgehog 5.00-11.00 and 15.00-17.30. Time for tourists to visit: Mon-Sat. 8.00-11.00 and 15.00-16.00. Service Schedule: Mon-Sat. 5.30, 17.00, Sun. 5.30, 6.30, 7.30, 9.30, 16.00, 17.15, 18.30.

— — Saigon Central Post Office

Next to Notre Dame de Saigon, there is another colonial building - the building of the city post office, erected in 1886-1891. according to the architectural design of Gustave Eiffel himself. The post office is active, it will be interesting to go inside. Here you can not only send a parcel, but also buy souvenirs, call your relatives. By the way, ATMs are built into many classic telephone booths.

• Address: Parisian Square (2 Công xã Paris, Bến Nghé, Hồ Chí Minh).
• Coordinates: 10.779865 N, 106.70018 E
• Visit cost: for free.
• Working hours: Mon.-Fri. 7.00-19.00, Sat. 7.00-18.00, Sun. 8.00-18.00.

— — Municipal Opera House (Saigon Opera House)

The Saigon Opera House is a very beautiful building in the center of Ho Chi Minh City. In accordance with the schedule, the popular acrobatic show “A O Show” takes place here in the evenings.

• Website"A O Show": aoshowsaigon.com
• Address: 7 Lam Son Square, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Coordinates: 10.776829 N, 106.70327 E
• Visit cost: depends on the ticket price for the show.
• Working hours: according to the schedule of programs and shows.

— — City Council Building (City Hall,city Hall)

former building City Council - one of the most beautiful buildings of the colonial Saigon. They are not allowed inside, photos can only be taken from the outside. Many tourists and travelers praised the well-maintained territory near the municipality, especially noted the beauty against the backdrop of evening illumination. To our regret, as of March 2015, the entire street in front of the City Hall was completely renovated in Ho Chi Minh City. There was nothing left in the place of the cozy and pleasant square. 🙁 I would like to believe that after the complete restoration of this part of the city, it will become no less beautiful as it was before.

• Coordinates: 10.776492 N, 106.70087 E
• Address: Lê Thánh Tôn, Bến Nghé, Hồ Chí Minh.

— — Palace of Independence (Palace of Reunification)

The Reunification Palace is a former presidential palace. Visitors can walk through the rooms and galleries that characterize the history of this building. On the ground floor, in a special room, you can watch a 25-minute documentary film "The Palace of Independence - a historical witness." On the territory there are copies of military equipment.

• Website: dinhdoclap. gov. vn
• Address how to get there: 106 Nguyen Du, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. From Benh Thanh market 15-20 minutes on foot.
• Coordinates: 10.776955 N, 106.69539 E
• Visit cost: adults - VND 30,000 ($ 1.5), students - VND 15,000 ($ 0.75), schoolchildren - VND 5,000 ($ 0.25). For group visits from 20 people there is a discount.
• Working hours: daily 7.00-11.00 and 13.00-16.00.

— — The building of the Supreme People's Court

Interesting old building in the French colonial style.

• Address: 131 Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, Phường Bến Thành, Bến Thành, Hồ Chí Minh.
• Coordinates: 10.775668 N, 106.69803 E

— — Benh Thanh Market

Benh Thanh Market can also be attributed to the architectural sights of Ho Chi Minh City. At the same time, here you can buy all kinds of souvenirs, national costumes, various varieties of Vietnamese coffee and tea, dried fruits and seafood, and other local delicacies. But, it should be remembered that the market is designed for tourists, you will be constantly beckoned and forced to buy something at a very high cost. Know that the first price for a product named here, with the ability to bargain, can be knocked down by 2-6 times! Another highlight of the Benh Thanh market is that it serves as an excellent reference point for public buses from the center of Ho Chi Minh City to other parts of the city. Just on the opposite side of the square and there is a stop.

• Address: Lê Lợi, Bến Thành, 1 Hồ Chí Minh, Việt Nam.
• Coordinates: 10.772445 N, 106.69812 E
• Visit cost: for free.
• Working hours:≈7.00-19.00, from 19.00 to 24.00 the evening street market starts around the building.

— — Skyscraper Biteksko(Bitexco Financial Tower)

Biteksko is the most tall skyscraper in Ho Chi Minh. Its height is 262 meters, it has 68 floors. The inspiration for the shape of the building is the lotus bud, the national flower in Vietnam. On the 49th floor, there is an indoor observation deck "Saigon Skydeck" with a 360˚ view. You can enjoy the views at the bar on the 50th floor by ordering something from the menu.

• Sites: bitexco.com.vn, bitexcofinancialtower.com
• Address: 36 Ho Tung Mau, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, HCMC. 10 minutes walk from Ben Thanh market.
• Coordinates: 10.771748 N, 106.70448 E
• Visit cost: Observation deck Skydeck 49th floor: adults - VND 200,000 ($ 10), children 4-12 years old and seniors over 65 years old - VND 130,000 ($ 6.5). Bar on the 50th floor: drinks from $8.
• Working hours: Skydeck is open 9.30-21.30, ticket office closes at 20.45.

— — Jade Emperor Pagoda (Emperor Jade Pagoda)

The Jade Emperor Pagoda is a Taoist temple built in 1909. There is a small reservoir with turtles on the territory, for which the pagoda is sometimes called the Turtle.

• Address: 73 Mai Thi Luu St, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
• Coordinates: 10.791699 N, 106.69787 E
• Visit cost: for free.
• Working hours: all day.

— — Pagoda Jacques Lam (Giac Lam Pagoda)

Jacques Lam Pagoda is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Ho Chi Minh City. Built in 1744

• Address: Lạc Long Quân, Tân Bình, Ho Chi Minh City. Located outside the central part of Ho Chi Minh City.
• Coordinates: 10.778912 N, 106.64922 E
• Visit cost: for free.
• Working hours: all day.

— Museums

There are a lot of museums in Saigon, but only the most popular ones, which are located in the tourist center of Ho Chi Minh City, will be listed here.

— — Museum of the aftermath of the war

The museum is dedicated to the consequences of military actions by the United States. Archives of documents, various collections, photographs are collected and stored here. A large number of military equipment is presented on the territory of the museum.

• Website:baotangchungtichchientranh.vn
• Address: 28 Vo Van Tan, Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Buses: No. 28 (from Ben Thanh market), No. 14, No. 6.
• Coordinates: 10.779371 N, 106.69217 E
• Visit cost: 15,000 VND ($0.75), discounts for children, students, disabled people.
• Working hours: daily 7.30-12.00 and 13.30-17.00.

— Vietnam History Museum

Here are collected collections of exhibits from ancient times (including the Tyam culture) to the 20th century.

• Website:www.baotanglichsuvn.com
• Address: Nguyễn Bỉnh Khiêm, Bến Nghé, Hồ Chí Minh.
• Coordinates: 10.787871 N, 106.70499 E
• Visit cost: 15,000 VND ($0.75).
• Working hours: Tue-Sun 8.00-11.00 and 13.30-17.00, Mon – day off.

— Ho Chi Minh City Museum

Ho Chi Minh Museum, currently holding and preserving 45,666 exhibits grouped into 133 thematic collections interesting materials various historical periods: flags, administrative documents, radios, cameras, wooden furniture, statues of folk religion, exhibits related to historical figures, weapons, zinc Cochin coins of the 18th century, silver bars (from the middle of the 17th century to the middle of the 20th c.), money with a high nominal value (from the middle of the 18th century to the middle of the 20th century), Indochinese coins, forms for printing paper money of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam.

• Website: hcmc-museum.edu.vn
• Address: No. 65 Ly Tu Trong, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. You can get there by bus No. 04, 18, 36 from the Ben Tan market, walking from there in 15-20 minutes.
• Coordinates: 10.776091 N, 106.69971 E
• Visit cost: schoolchildren - VND 2,000 ($ 0.1), adults - VND 5,000 ($ 0.25), foreign citizens - VND 15,000 ($ 0.75).
• Working hours: daily 8.00-17.00.

— — Women's Museum (Southern Vietnam Women Museum)

The exhibition is dedicated to Vietnamese women and their role in society and the history of the state.

• Website:www.baotangphunu.com
• Address: 202 Võ Thị Sáu, phường 7, Quận 3, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam.
• Coordinates: 10.784404 N, 106.68811 E
• Visit cost: for free.
• Working hours: Mon.-Fri. 7.30-12.00 and 13.30-17.00, Sat, Sun – day off.

— — Ho Chi Minh Museum

Here is an exposition related to the life and death of Ho Chi Minh. Exhibition halls are located on 3 floors. The museum has a small but very pleasant park, from here you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Saigon River embankment.

• Address: Số 01 Nguyễn Tất Thành, Phường 12, Quận 4, TP. Hồ Chi Minh.
• Coordinates: 10.768281 N, 106.70679 E
• Visit cost: 10,000 dong ($0.5).
• Working hours: no information.

— Parks and places for walking and recreation

Saigon places of entertainment, recreation and walks will be listed here. In many of them you can spend half a day - a day.

— — Zoo and botanical garden

This is truly a wonderful place! At the Ho Chi Minh Zoo, you can enjoy walking for hours. There are giraffes, rhinos, elephants, crocodiles, many species of artiodactyls, monkeys, birds, reptiles and other animals. There is also a botanical garden and attractions. On weekends, performances are tripled on the stage.

• Website: saigonzoo.net
• Address: 2 Nguyen Binh Khiem Str., Ward Ben Nghe, Dist. 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Coordinates: 10.788345 N, 106.70629 E
• Visit cost: adults - 50,000 dong ($ 2.5), children - 30,000 dong ($ 1.5).
• Working hours: daily 7.00-18.00, admission until 17.00.

— — Puppet theater on the water "Golden Dragon"

Traditional Vietnamese water puppet dance. The show is accompanied by live national music and songs.

• Website:goldendragontheatre.com
• Coordinates: 10.776241 N, 106.69247 E
• Address: 55 B Nguyen Thi Minh Khai St., Dist. 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Visit cost: 7,5$.
• Working hours: performances start at 17.00, 18.30, 19.45. Lasts 50 min.

— — Pham Ngu Lao Street Area (Pham Ngu Lao street)

There is a park along Pham Ngu Lao Street. Both tourists and locals like to walk here. In the evenings, children and teenagers play various games. But this street is not popular for this. The whole area is interesting, which is surrounded by the streets of Pham Ngu Lao, Do Quang Dau, Bui Vien and De Tham. Here reigns special atmosphere Saigon. To feel it, you need to dive deep into one of the narrow streets and walk through the labyrinths, where the buildings stand at a distance of 1.5-2 meters from each other. Here, every door is open and you can observe the life of the Vietnamese. And when it gets dark, a huge number of small tables and stools are set up along Bui Vien Street, where crowds of backpackers gather to chat over a bottle of local Saigon beer.

• Address: Pham Ngu Lao, Do Quang Dau, Bui Vien, De Tham streets and lanes inside.
• Coordinates: 10.768686 N, 106.693336 E
• Visit cost: for free.
• Working hours: around the clock.

- - Amusement parkSuoi Tien

Attractions, water park, ice and other palaces.

• Website:suitien.com
• Coordinates: 10.862741 N, 106.80295 E
• Address: 149ABC Nguyen Duy Duong Street, Ward 3, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Located on the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City, from Ben Thanh market can be reached by bus number 19.
• Visit cost: adults - 90,000 VND ($ 4.5), children - 45,000 ($ 2) + each attraction is paid separately.
• Working hours: Mon.-Fri. 7.00-17.00, Sat-Sun. 7.00-18.00, holidays 7.00-23.00.

— — Damsen Amusement Park (Dam Shen,Dam Sen Park)

Amusement park and other entertainment.

• Website:transhsondautot.com
• Coordinates:
• Address: 3 Hòa Bình, phường 3, Hồ Chí Minh. Located far from tourist center Ho Chi Minh City. You need to drive from Ben Thanh market by bus number 11.
• Visit cost: no information.
• Working hours: no information.

— — Damsen Water Park (Dam Shen,Dam Sen water Park)

Aquapark.

• Website:damsenwaterpark.com.vn
• Coordinates: 10.764523 N, 106.63871 E
• Address: 03 Hoa Binh Street, Ho Chi Minh City. From Ben Thanh market by bus number 11.
• Visit cost: adults - 130,000 VND ($ 6.5), children - 90,000 ($ 4.5); after 16.00: adults - 110,000 VND ($ 5.5), children - 80,000 ($ 4)
• Working hours: Mon-Sat. 9.00-18.00, Sunday, holiday 8.30-18.00.

— — Le Van Tam Park

A city park where tourists are not a frequent visitor. Here, the people of Saigon are massively involved in sports. So, if you stay in Ho Chi Minh City for a long time, you can join them. 🙂

• Address: Võ Thị Sáu, Đa Kao, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh.
• Coordinates: 10.788245 N, 106.69369 E
• Visit cost: for free.
• Working hours: around the clock.

Sights of Ho Chi Minh on the map of Vietnam

The map of Saigon below is divided into several layers-sections, which, for convenience, can be turned on / off in the menu on the left. The layers are grouped as follows: "Buildings and architecture", "Parks and recreation and entertainment", "Museums", "Other objects".

If you have little time and you don’t know what to see in Ho Chi Minh City, then I recommend walking around the sights that are concentrated in the city center (follow the map). All of them are located not far from each other, if desired, you can handle it in one day.

Before you walk, ask for a paper map of Ho Chi Minh City at your hotel reception. When you walk around the city, it is convenient to use the offline mobile application with maps.me maps.

What to see around Ho Chi Minh City

To go to explore the distant sights of Ho Chi Minh City, it is best to book an excursion in one of the many offices in the Pham Ngu Lao street area. You can go to some places on your own on a motorbike (rent $ 5 per day) or public transport. We didn’t drive around the area, so I’ll just list what you can see:

• Cu Chi Tunnels.
• Dai Nam Amusement Park.
• Mekong Delta.
• Monkey Island Can Gio Island.
• City of Vung Tau. We went to this wonderful city as part of an independent trip for 2 days.

Attractions around Saigon on the map Vietnam:

Excursions in Ho Chi Minh City in Russian

In Ho Chi Minh City, excursions around the city and the surrounding area can be booked both on the spot at travel agencies and in advance.

Photo walk in the center of Ho Chi Minh City

In this section, I want to post various photos of Ho Chi Minh that are not related to specific attractions, but which give a general idea of ​​\u200b\u200bwhat the center of Saigon looks like.

I hope these photos will help you orient yourself among what you can see in the center of Ho Chi Minh City.

Precautions on the streets of Saigon

In Vietnam, although the crime rate is not high, you should not forget about elementary security measures. IN tourist area almost any metropolis, incl. and Ho Chi Minh, bags should be worn over the shoulder, because. otherwise, they are easy to rip off while passing by on a motorcycle. Do not put money and valuables in easily accessible pockets. In crowded places, remove the backpack from your back. Carefully cross the street, because. Traffic in Saigon is very chaotic.

Do not forget about various kinds of "suckers". In tourist places, they will constantly force you to buy glasses, shout “hey, motorbike” (in order to give you a lift), in the evening, near each cafe, invite you for dinner, massage, etc. When buying any trinkets or services, be sure to bargain.

One day a guy with a box ran up to us and, right on our way, began to glue Kostya's tattered sandals. On our attempts to go further, resistance and the phrase "no need" did not react. As a result, he took off Kostya's shoes and began to wash them with a strange liquid, which, judging by the dirty consistency, he used repeatedly. This comrade never touched on the topic of money, but we understood that now we would have to pay. At that moment, we only had large denominations of 100,000 dong ($ 5) and 10,000 ($ 0.5) in small change. When, after a couple of minutes, the guy finished what he was not asked for, as expected, he demanded money. He did not name the price, but 10,000 was very little for him. In view of his pride, he did not take money at all and became very offended with us.

Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City

In Ho Chi Minh City, it is best to rent a hotel near Pham Ngu Lao Street, which I wrote about earlier. Firstly, there are many tourist offices, so taking a tour or buying a ticket will not be a problem. Secondly, they are used to tourists here, so there will be no problems with communication on English language. Thirdly, in this area it is interesting to walk along the streets and hang out with backpackers. Fourthly, there is the Ben Thanh market nearby, from which you can get to any part of the city by bus. Fifth, here are the lowest prices for hotels in Ho Chi Minh City. Sixth, there are a large number of cafes and restaurants. The hotel can be booked on Booking. How to book a hotel on your own wrote.

If you wish, you can look for housing on the spot near the same Fa Ngu Lao street. IN budget hotels voice the price of $ 15-25 per day per room. If this does not suit you, then most likely they will ask you to name your price. Bargaining is appropriate here, calmly drop $5, and then look at the situation. Before staying at the chosen hotel, ask to see the room, check if the price includes the use of air conditioning, check the speed of the Internet in the room. Be sure to pay attention to the presence of clubs or karaoke nearby so that there are no problems with sleep later.

We travel light, everyone has only one small backpack with a volume of 25-30 liters. Therefore, in Lately we practice searching for a hotel on the spot. In fact, I didn’t have to look for a long time, because. a local resident fished us out of the crowd and offered us housing for $10. The room was small, clean, with internet. For the use of air conditioning, the cost of housing increased by $ 2 per day. In March, it gets very hot and stuffy in Ho Chi Minh City, so we could not do without air conditioning.

Where and at what prices to eat in Saigon

In the Pham Ngu Lao street area, there are a huge number of cafes with Vietnamese and Western cuisine. Prices range from VND 35,000-40,000 ($1.5-2) for local Pho soup to VND 150,000 for the rest of the menu. Vietnamese food tends to be cheaper. In simple pizzerias, the cost of a small pizza starts at 100,000 dong ($5). Beer "Saigon" is offered in cafes at prices from 10,000 ($ 0.5) VND per bottle. In small shops in the neighborhood, it will also cost 15-20,000 dong ($ 0.75-1). The illogical difference in cost was quite logically explained: an empty bottle is left in the cafe, which in itself has a price. 🙂

But we, nevertheless, love to eat in non-tourist restaurants. It is in such places that you can taste the real taste of national dishes. We found a great street food court with Vietnamese food at VND 30,000-50,000 ($1.5-2.5) with huge portions of deliciously cooked food, with lots of greens and various spices to boot. This place is located right opposite the entrance to observation deck"Saigon Skydeck" by big skyscraper in Ho Chi Minh City Biteksko. Here is a photo of the cafe.

How to get to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam

Let's start with the fact that Ho Chi Minh City has an international airport that receives direct flights from Russia and other countries. There are often discounts and sales for flights from Moscow, St. Petersburg and other cities. Compare airfare prices among various airlines and agents can be done using the calendar low prices below.

If you have never booked a plane ticket, or booked it, but still don’t really understand how to search for a cheap air ticket, then I advise you to read the article.

During the day, public buses run from Ho Chi Minh Airport to the city center. After six or seven in the evening you will have to take a taxi. Before boarding, agree on the price per kilometer with the driver and watch the meter. If you want to take care of the road from the airport to the hotel (or other place) in advance, you can pick up and book a transfer on the website kiwitaxi/hoshimin.

From other cities in Vietnam and neighboring Cambodia, you can not only fly by plane, but also get there by bus or train. We ourselves got there, in advance.

For a trip to Vietnam you can do medical insurance via the Internet among the most popular agencies on the site Sravni(the policy will come to the post office within 2-10 minutes).

This concludes my great post. If you suddenly forgot something, or want to add something, write in the comments to the article. I will tell a lot more about Vietnam and other countries South-East Asia if you are interested - subscribe to the news!

Walking around Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam

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Ho Chi Minh City became the transit point of our journey from Koh Samui to Nha Trang. In this post I will talk about those sights of Ho Chi Minh that we managed to visit in 2.5 days. I will also tell you about my impressions of this city.

Ho Chi Minh became the second point of our trip from Koh Samui to Nha Trang. Check out our on how we got from Koh Samui to Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh met us with primordial chaos on the road. This is a city where the streams of bikes and cars merge into a living river, in which you can stay afloat only by feeling the energy of this place.

The city has a very tough atmosphere. Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, is a modern anthill. Its air is saturated with exhaust gases, vanity and fatigue.

Behind was Koh Samui and the country of smiles. Now, on a grand scale, like against a wall, we were hit by a wave of a completely different life.

Instead of palm trees, the sea and friendly faces, we were greeted by skyscrapers, masked locals and complete indifference to strangers.

To say that Ho Chi Minh City is an inhospitable city for tourists is an understatement.

It is difficult to communicate in the city. The locals hardly speak English. We were lucky, and we found a Russian-speaking taxi driver, and most do not know any language other than Vietnamese. In such conditions, finding something in the city becomes a problem.

We managed to find a map of the city, in a local magazine stand, and we were guided by it.

Sights of Ho Chi Minh City.

For 2.5 days in Ho Chi Minh City, we visited four attractions: the Military Museum, the Museum of Independence, Notre Dame de Saigon Cathedral and the Central Post Office. I will tell about them.

Waking up in the hotel, we first went to look for what to eat in Ho Chi Minh City. Local hamburgers were a real discovery for us. They consist of a very tasty French bun, in which they put just a little bit: cucumbers, tomatoes, bacon, sausage, pate, sauce, herbs, etc. the set is different for different sellers, but we really liked the taste. After Koh Samui, we missed good bread.

Such a hamburger costs only 15,000 dong, which is about 25 Russian rubles. You can buy them in such mobile trays.

After we refreshed ourselves, we went to see the first attraction in Ho Chi Minh City - the military museum.

We walked along central streets. Unlike dirty Koh Samui, where anything is lying on the streets, it was very pleasant to get into cleanliness, and there were also symbols from my childhood all around. Ho Chi Minh City for a Russian person will always be a breath of nostalgia with pioneer ties, parades and red flags.

Finally, we found the Military Museum in Ho Chi Minh City. It was formerly known as the US War Crimes Museum. In fact, he remained so in the understanding of the locals, but after the restoration of diplomatic relations with America, Vietnam decided to make a small nod to the former enemy.

The Military Museum in Ho Chi Minh City is open daily from 7:30 am to 12:00 pm. Then comes a break. The museum opens again from 13:30 to 17:00.

Entrance to the military museum is paid - 15,000 dong (about 30 rubles). Almost all attractions in Ho Chi Minh City are paid. Be prepared for this.

In front of the entrance to the museum there is equipment from the Vietnam War.

There are helicopters here.

Fighters.

Bombers.

Artillery.

Lots of technology.

And even a boat.

Air bombs, with which the Americans generously watered the local land.

To the left of the entrance is a small prison.

It has a guillotine.

Torture cages.

Camera samples.

Instruments of torture.

The place is very difficult.

The museum itself includes an exhibition of photographs of the aftermath of the American bombings.

Stands with posters of those times.

And this is the form of an American soldier who is sick with the “Vietnamese syndrome”. Now many former US soldiers repent of their crimes.

See a walking tour of the military museum in Ho Chi Minh City.

The coordinates of the Military Museum in Ho Chi Minh City.

28 Vo Van Tan Street

The next attraction was the Cathedral of Notre Dame de Saigon.

This is a gift from the country's French past.

Vietnam was once a French colony. In order to prove the greatness of the Christian faith over Buddhism and to influence the speculation of the subjects, the colonial authorities decided to build a majestic cathedral.

The best specialists from Europe were invited for its construction. The stone was brought from overseas, but still the cathedral is inferior in color to the colorful temples of Asia.

Temple Notre Dame de Saigon was built in 1880. So far it has been in good condition.

Notre Dame de Saigon Cathedral is not only a famous landmark of Ho Chi Minh City, but also a place for mandatory photo sessions for local newlyweds.

It is full of tourists from all over the world.

Immediately in front of the cathedral is a statue of the Virgin Mary. It also attracts many lovers to take pictures. In 2005, they claim that the statue was crying. Thousands of people gathered to watch it.

We did not get into the temple itself. it works until 16:00. Working hours from 8-11:00. Then a break until 15:00 and then only another hour of work.

The entrance is free.

Take a walk around the area with us.

Temple of Notre Dame de Saigon.

Near the Notre Dame Cathedral, there is another attraction - this is the Central Post Office in Ho Chi Minh City.

The central post office in Ho Chi Minh City is always full of people. Mostly these are tourists who came to look at the cathedral, and one came here to take pictures and buy stamps with souvenirs.

The Central Post Office is an example of French colonial architecture.

On the sides of the entrance, along the walls, there are meeting booths with clocks showing the time in different cities peace.

A map of Vietnam hangs above them, and on the opposite wall, as I understand it, is an old map of Ho Chi Minh City.

Souvenir shops and currency exchange work here.

In the central part of the post office there is a workroom.

A large portrait of Ho Chi Minh is watching the bustle around with a smile.

Take a walk around Ho Chi Minh Central Post Office with me.

If you stand with your right side towards the central post office, and with your left side towards Notre Dame Cathedral and go straight, then after 300 meters you will get to another attraction of Ho Chi Minh City - the Palace of Independence.

We went to the Independence Palace, also called the Reunification Palace, on the last day of our stay in Ho Chi Minh City in the morning.

It works from 7:40 to 11:00. Then a break. It opens again at 13:00 and is open until 16:00.

Paid entrance. The cost is 30,000 dong.

The Palace of Independence (Reunification) stands on the site of the previously demolished palace of the rulers of South Vietnam.

It was demolished and rebuilt in 1962. The last president of South Vietnam lived on the third floor of the Palace of Independence. In 1975, Viet Cong tanks moved in here. Soon a red flag appeared over the palace building. Tanks are now standing in the park nearby.

Soon, an act of reunification for all of Vietnam was signed at the Independence Palace in Ho Chi Minh City. After that, the palace became known as the Reunification Palace.

There is a park around the palace. Here you can walk under the shade of trees.

Take pictures with the equipment of the Vietnam War.

In the palace itself there are various halls for solemn meetings.

There is also a small garage. Look at this old executive class Mercedes.

You can walk around the Palace of Independence in this video.

Reunification Palace coordinates.

Address: Nam Kỳ Khởi Nghĩa, Bến Thành, Quận 1

After viewing the palace, we went home to collect things.

A taxi driver came for us and we went to the airport. In I wrote that we were taken from the airport to the hotel on a coupon for 200,000 dong. The return trip on the meter via Vinasun taxi turned out to be not only cheaper (only 120,000 dong), but also three times faster. Maybe this was influenced by the fact that we had a Russian-speaking driver and we had a good chat with him about life on the way

During these days we did not have time to visit all the sights of Ho Chi Minh City. We planned to go to the zoo and historical Museum. Will update this article next time.

At the end of our post about the sights of Ho Chi Minh City, I will give a small report on the budget of our stay for 2.5 days in Ho Chi Minh City.

Food, groceries and food for Alina - 2200 rubles. Here we could not resist and sat in a Vietnamese cafe for a bit 🙂

Entertainment - 400 rubles. There are museums here and we tried Vietnamese beer.

Taxi - 1100 rubles.

Hotel — 1020 rubles

Total - 4720 rubles. Compare our travel expenses from Koh Samui.

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At the end general impressions about Ho Chi Minh.

Ho Chi Minh City is not suitable for long stays especially with children. It's a terrible atmosphere and hustle and bustle. This city literally sucks energy. Therefore, two or three days for a cursory inspection of local attractions is enough to taste this city and not greatly upset the harmony inside.

After Ho Chi Minh City, we seriously thought about what kind of place Vietnam was worth going to. on Koh Samui seemed like heaven on earth, which we left.

In the next post, you will learn how we got from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang and our impressions of this city.

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