Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon is placed 50 km from the sea, however the city has so much to offer, so you can easily spend some time here, before you might choose to spend a day, or even days, by one of the beautiful beaches.
The Cu Chi Tunnels, from which the Vietnamese fought during the Vietnam war, is a main attraction, and if you like markets, the Bến Thành Market is a must. It is open from 6 morning to 6 in the evening and it is packed with stuff from fresh vegetables to fabricks, you can buy by the meter and take home. If you are a foodie, enjoy Vietnamese food from the street stalls and restaurants. And don't miss out on a cruise on the Mekong River to visit the floating markets. Visit tropical Saigon in the dry season from December to April. Saigon VillasChoose your Ho Chi Minh Villa (or private room in a villa) from $15 to $1,000 per night...
Saigon ApartmentsChoose your Ho Chi Minh Apartment from $23 to $4,500 per night...
Saigon AdventuresIf you have a craving for an insight into the lives of the locals in the Mekong Delta and jungle, you should go for a multi day tour with homestay.
Bike Tours from Saigon offers 5 choices and Motorcycle Tours from Saigon offers 3 - and one of them is the Ho Chi Minh Trail.... |
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Tan Son Nhut Airport
Code: SGN The airport is situated four miles (7km) from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). |