Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam 4 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Explore the City

  • 9:00 am: Start your day at Ben Thanh Market (address: Le Loi Street, District 1), a bustling marketplace where you can buy everything from souvenirs to fresh produce.
  • 10:30 am: Visit the nearby Notre Dame Cathedral (address: 3 Cong Xa Paris St, Ben Nghe Ward, Distric 1), a beautiful example of French colonial architecture.
  • 12:00 pm: Grab lunch at Banh Mi 37 (address: 37 Ngo Van Nam St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1), a popular spot for delicious Vietnamese sandwiches.
  • 2:00 pm: Visit the War Remnants Museum (address: 28 Vo Van Tan St, Ward 6, District 3), a museum that provides a somber look at the Vietnam War and its effects on the country.
  • 5:00 pm: Take a stroll along the Saigon River and enjoy the views of the city skyline.

Accommodation: Stay at the Hotel Majestic (address: 146-148 Bonui St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1) for easy access to popular attractions.

Transportation: Use Grab or Uber for affordable transportation within the city. Alternatively, take a taxi or walk/bike if you prefer.

Tips:

  • Be prepared for crowds and chaos in busy areas like Ben Thanh Market.
  • Try some street food at night markets like Tao Dan Park Night Market (address: 5 Quach Thi Trang St, District 1).
  • Don’t drink tap water; opt for bottled or filtered water instead.
  • Learn a few basic Vietnamese phrases to impress the locals.

Day 2: History and Culture

  • 9:00 am: Visit the Reunification Palace (address: 135 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia St, District 1), the former presidential palace of South Vietnam that was the site of the reunification of North and South Vietnam.
  • 11:30 am: Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels (address: 4 Nguyen Dinh Chieu St, Cu Chi District), a network of underground tunnels used during the Vietnam War.
  • 1:00 pm: Have lunch at Anan Restaurant (address: 134 Dong Khoi St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1), a popular spot for traditional Vietnamese cuisine.
  • 3:30 pm: Visit the Museum of Vietnamese History (address: 156 Nguyen Dinh Chieu St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1) to learn about the country’s rich history and culture.

Accommodation: Stay at the Hotel Equatorial (address: 242 Bach Dang St, Tan Binh District) for easy access to popular attractions in Districts 1 and 3.

Transportation: Take a taxi or Grab/Uber to the Cu Chi Tunnels, as public transportation is limited in that area.

Tips:

  • Wear comfortable shoes for exploring the Cu Chi Tunnels.
  • Don’t touch any of the historical artifacts at the Reunification Palace.
  • Try some traditional Vietnamese tea at Anan Restaurant.

Day 3: Food and Nightlife

  • 12:00 pm: Visit the famous Pho 24 (address: 7A Ngo Van Nam St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1), a popular spot for delicious pho (Vietnamese noodle soup).
  • 2:00 pm: Take a food tour of the city to sample some of Vietnam’s street food specialties.
  • 5:00 pm: Visit the Ben Thanh Street Food Market (address: Le Loi St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1) for more delicious Vietnamese cuisine.
  • 8:00 pm: Head out to the Bui Vien Night Market (address: De Tham St, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1) for a lively night market experience.

Accommodation: Stay at the Hotel Aria (address: 28 Pasteur St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1) for easy access to popular attractions and nightlife areas.

Transportation: Take a taxi or Grab/Uber to the Bui Vien Night Market, as it’s located in a busy area with limited parking options.

Tips:

  • Try some street food at night markets like Ben Thanh Street Food Market.
  • Don’t drink tap water; opt for bottled or filtered water instead.
  • Learn a few basic Vietnamese phrases to impress the locals.

Day 4: Relaxation and Shopping

  • 9:00 am: Visit the Vincom Center (address: 72 Le Thanh Ton St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1), a large shopping mall with a wide range of international brands.
  • 12:00 pm: Grab lunch at the food court or try some street food outside the mall.
  • 2:00 pm: Visit the nearby Saigon Square (address: 11-17 Ham Nghi St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1), a shopping center with a wide range of goods and souvenirs.
  • 5:00 pm: Take a break at the Hotel Majestic’s rooftop pool for some relaxation time.

Accommodation: Stay at the Hotel Aria (address: 28 Pasteur St, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1) for easy access to popular attractions and shopping areas.

Transportation: Use Grab or Uber for affordable transportation within the city. Alternatively, take a taxi or walk/bike if you prefer.

Tips:

  • Try some street food at night markets like Ben Thanh Street Food Market.
  • Don’t drink tap water; opt for bottled or filtered water instead.
  • Learn a few basic Vietnamese phrases to impress the locals.