First Time in Vietnam? 10 Things To Do in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Looking for the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City? In this Vietnam travel guide, we’re breaking down our top 10 must-do activities from our recent trip to Saigon!
Whether you are planning a Ho Chi Minh City itinerary for 2026 or just dreaming of life abroad, this list covers everything from historical landmarks to our favorite local food spots. We loved exploring this chaotic, beautiful city, and we want to show you exactly how to spend your time here.
Cafe’s We Visited:
Oromia Cafe & Lounge
Hin Coffee
Rose Villa Saigon
The Running Bean
Cafe Apartments
Family Friendly Activities
Meta Show
Global City (Go-Karting)
Saigon Princess Cruise
Historical Attractions
War Remnants Museum
Cu Chi Tunnels Tour
Mekong Delta Tour
Markets to Visit
Central Market
Bên Thanh Market
Binh Tay Market
Fun Ways to Explore the City
Food Tour
Visit the City Center
Central Post Office
Book Street
Timestamp
00:00 Intro
03:43 Meta Show
04:39 War Remnants Museum
05:10 Local Markets
07:18 Cu Chi Tunnels
08:14 Mekong Delta Tour
09:09 Walking Food Tour
10:14 River Cruise
11:04 Global City
11:33 Explore City Center
12:50 Outro
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