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The treasures of Ho Chi Minh City

Vibrant, energetic, and alive with the buzz of a chaotic culture, even a few days in Ho Chi Minh City will leave you dizzy from the ride. It’s the type of city where modern day meets ancient traditions at every turn, and contrasting cultures crash head on. The city’s finest restaurants face street carts, designer boutiques sit between bartering markets, temples teeter on the edges of sleek skyscrapers and old-town alleys disperse into fast-paced city streets. Ho Chi Minh City is a lot to take in, but take a little time out to learn about its fascinating history and traditional cultures and you’ll find your time here much more peaceful.

At TravelUp, we love the excitement, fast-paced buzz and exceptional atmosphere everyone is sure to enjoy on a trip to Ho Chi Minh City. But we know how to experience the authentic side of the city too. So if you haven’t already, take a look at the holidays we offer and see if we can find you a great Vietnamese getaway at a great price.

Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City

Make time for the War Remnants MuseumHo Chi Minh City

If you know a little about the country’s history, you’ll appreciate a trip to the War Remnants Museum. It tells the stories of the brutal effects the war had on the city’s civilians through the voices of the victims and disturbing photographs, including those of the infamous My Lai Massacre. Before you even enter you’ll get to see US armoured vehicles, artillery pieces, bombs and infantry weapons on display outside. Artefacts from the notorious French and South Vietnamese prisons on Phu Quoc and Con Son Islands can be found here too, including the guillotine and the tiger cages where war prisoners were housed. The ground floor is where you’ll find posters and photographs showing support for the antiwar movement. You’ll also have the rare chance to see some of the experimental weapons used in the war including a flechette - an artillery shell filled with thousands of tiny darts which was at one time a military secret. More photography can be found in the Requiem Exhibition – a collection compiled by legendary war photographer Tim Page, documenting the work of photographers killed during the conflict.

Appreciate the city’s architecture, cathedrals and temples Ho Chi Minh City

The brick, neo-Romanesque Notre Dame Cathedral can be found in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's government quarter. It’s 40m-high spired square towers are a majestic sight, while its interior walls are inlaid with devotional tablets and some surviving stained glass. Just across from the Notre Dame Cathedral is the French post office - a period classic, designed by Marie-Alfred Foulhoux. Take a little time to view the historic maps of South Vietnam, Saigon and Cholon painted on the walls of its grand concourse, and a mosaic of Ho Chi Minh taking pride of place at the end of its barrel-vaulted hall. The Jade Emperor is possibly Ho Chi Minh City’s most popular temple. Built in honour of the Taoist God, it houses statues of phantasmal divinities and grotesque heroes, beautifully detailed wood carvings and elaborate tiling. As you explore the carvings of characters from Buddhist and Taoist lore you’ll be surrounded by the incense that lingers constantly throughout the temple.

Enjoy the food and drinkHo Chi Minh City

The authentic taste of Ho Chi Minh City can be found at any of the city’s famed food carts. Open all hours, they’re the best way to sample great Vietnamese cuisine including a bowl of pho or a banh xeo. You’ll also notice the volume of coffee shops in the city, ranging from high class establishments to more casual cafes, all of which will be busy brewing some of the most delicious coffee you can find. Look up and you’ll also see numerous rooftop bars where locals and visitors are enjoying a cocktail, beer or glass of wine made even more enjoyable by the most spectacular city views.

When to visit Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh is best visited during the drier months between December and March where temperatures vary from 21 to 34. If you’re thinking about celebrating the Vietnamese New Year – the Tet Festival – then visit in late January or early February. The whole country comes together and joins in the festivities, it’s spectacular and colourful! It’s worth noting that prices may be higher throughout this period compared to quieter times of the year.