With its mesmerising street life, crumbling colonial buildings and increasingly cosmopolitan charms, this fast-paced hub – powered by youthful energy and gung-ho entrepreneurialism – has become one of Asia’s most exciting destinations
Ho Chi Minh City
Where To Stay In Ho Chi Minh
Maison de Camille
Retro-style décor meets contemporary luxury at Maison de Camille, a stylish boutique hotel located in the old-world...
Lief Hotel Saigon
You’ll find spacious and warmly decorated rooms, along with an adjoining spa, at this affordable boutique hotel located in...
The Myst Dong Khoi
There seems to be a story behind every element of décor at this modern, concept-driven boutique hotel. The designers first...
Hôtel des Arts Saigon
From the Indochina-inspired design concept to the art-adorned interior (all paintings and antiques come from the owner’s...
Villa Sông
Set in a quiet, leafy neighbourhood on the banks of the storied Saigon River, this 23-room boutique hotel feels far...
Maison de Camille
Retro-style décor meets contemporary luxury at Maison de Camille, a stylish boutique hotel located in the old-world...
The Myst Dong Khoi
There seems to be a story behind every element of décor at this modern, concept-driven boutique hotel. The designers first...
Hôtel des Arts Saigon
From the Indochina-inspired design concept to the art-adorned interior (all paintings and antiques come from the owner’s...
Villa Sông
Set in a quiet, leafy neighbourhood on the banks of the storied Saigon River, this 23-room boutique hotel feels far...
Where To Eat In Ho Chi Minh
Ben Thanh Market
Ignore the vendors hawking Tiger Beer T-shirts and other tacky souvenirs inside Ben Thanh Market; instead, make a beeline...
The Old Compass Café
Tucked away on the third floor of an old apartment block, this cosy café-bar and cultural hub serves up classic...
The Deck
Located in a leafy suburb, this award-winning fusion restaurant has a wonderful riverside setting (oddly, a rarity in Ho...
The Workshop Coffee
Workshop is undoubtedly the city’s prime destination for specialty coffee. Located on the top floor of an old colonial...
SH Garden
This excellent open-air restaurant on the top floor of an old townhouse offers views of the “Uncle Ho” (Ho Chi Minh)...
Ben Thanh Market
Ignore the vendors hawking Tiger Beer T-shirts and other tacky souvenirs inside Ben Thanh Market; instead, make a beeline...
The Old Compass Café
Tucked away on the third floor of an old apartment block, this cosy café-bar and cultural hub serves up classic...
The Deck
Located in a leafy suburb, this award-winning fusion restaurant has a wonderful riverside setting (oddly, a rarity in Ho...
The Workshop Coffee
Workshop is undoubtedly the city’s prime destination for specialty coffee. Located on the top floor of an old colonial...
SH Garden
This excellent open-air restaurant on the top floor of an old townhouse offers views of the “Uncle Ho” (Ho Chi Minh)...
Where To Drink In Ho Chi Minh
Broma: Not a Bar
Broma can’t compete with the city’s other rooftop bars in terms of height (it’s only four floors above street level) but...
Glow Skybar
Many of Ho Chi Minh City’s most popular rooftop bars are a letdown – cold service and overpriced, underwhelming drinks can...
Snuffbox
Sequestered on the second floor of a shabby apartment block, this speakeasy-style bar wins extra points for its furtive...
Pasteur Street Brewing Co.
This wonderful little taproom serves up Pasteur Street Brewing Co.’s award-winning craft beer, all made in the American...
Layla – Eatery & Bar
An always-lively cocktail and wine bar with an unpretentious vibe (there’s no dress code). The bartenders take their...
Broma: Not a Bar
Broma can’t compete with the city’s other rooftop bars in terms of height (it’s only four floors above street level) but...
Glow Skybar
Many of Ho Chi Minh City’s most popular rooftop bars are a letdown – cold service and overpriced, underwhelming drinks can...
Snuffbox
Sequestered on the second floor of a shabby apartment block, this speakeasy-style bar wins extra points for its furtive...
Pasteur Street Brewing Co.
This wonderful little taproom serves up Pasteur Street Brewing Co.’s award-winning craft beer, all made in the American...
What To Do In Ho Chi Minh
Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Established by the French colonial administration in 1865, this is the largest green space in the city centre and a...
Saigon Skydeck
For stunning 360-degree views of the city, head to the observation deck on the 49th floor of the Bitexco Financial Tower,...
The War Remnants Museum
The War Remnants Museum is easily the most profound experience for anyone looking to learn how the Vietnamese view the...
Saigon Waterbus
Boating up this historic waterway always makes for a wonderful day trip; now it’s easier and cheaper than ever thanks to...
Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
Housed in an atmospheric mansion built during the French colonial era, this museum offers plenty of insight into Vietnam’s...
Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Established by the French colonial administration in 1865, this is the largest green space in the city centre and a...
Saigon Skydeck
For stunning 360-degree views of the city, head to the observation deck on the 49th floor of the Bitexco Financial Tower,...
The War Remnants Museum
The War Remnants Museum is easily the most profound experience for anyone looking to learn how the Vietnamese view the...
Saigon Waterbus
Boating up this historic waterway always makes for a wonderful day trip; now it’s easier and cheaper than ever thanks to...
Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
Housed in an atmospheric mansion built during the French colonial era, this museum offers plenty of insight into Vietnam’s...
Where To Shop In Ho Chi Minh
Saigon Square
For bargain holiday apparel – T-shirts, shorts, flip-flops and sunglasses – head to this large indoor market, which trumps...
Metiseko
Situated on Ho Chi Minh City’s most celebrated shopping avenue, Metiseko offers cosmopolitan and contemporary clothing,...
Sadec District
Formed by a coterie of local designers, Sadec District specialises in homeware (from glasses to ceramics) inspired by the...
Le Saigonais Concept Store
This small but distinctive showroom belongs to local designer Dao Dieu Anh, who won her first international award in Japan...
L’Usine
With its collection of local fashion labels, imported designer goods, artisanal food products (all made in Vietnam),...
Saigon Square
For bargain holiday apparel – T-shirts, shorts, flip-flops and sunglasses – head to this large indoor market, which trumps...
Metiseko
Situated on Ho Chi Minh City’s most celebrated shopping avenue, Metiseko offers cosmopolitan and contemporary clothing,...
Sadec District
Formed by a coterie of local designers, Sadec District specialises in homeware (from glasses to ceramics) inspired by the...
Le Saigonais Concept Store
This small but distinctive showroom belongs to local designer Dao Dieu Anh, who won her first international award in Japan...
L’Usine
With its collection of local fashion labels, imported designer goods, artisanal food products (all made in Vietnam),...
