Choose from 164 Fun Things to Do in Vietnam
Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve
- Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve is a great destination for lovers of nature; look for small-group tours that focus on the wilderness, not the farms.
- The mangrove forests attract mosquitoes, so bring plenty of bug spray.
- With monkeys, crocodiles, and mangroves, Can Gio can make a great day trip with kids. Be sure to bring water, sunscreen, and snacks.
Bac Ha Market
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Cu Chi Tunnels
- This site is a must for history buffs.
- Touring the tunnels involves hunching over to walk underground. If you’re prone to claustrophobia, consider giving this one a pass.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared for uneven surfaces.
- Don’t forget to bring insect repellent to fend off mosquitoes.
Cai Be
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Cua Dai Beach
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Cu Chi Wildlife Rescue Station
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Forbidden Purple City
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Cantonese Assembly Hall (Quang Dong)
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Ben Thanh Market
Let the spirit of Ho Chi Minh City lift you up and carry you through this network of colorful bustling activity. Cho Ben Thanh, or Ben Thanh Market, comes alive every evening with a thrum of tireless energy that never ceases to enthrall.
This is the most celebrated and regularly visited of the markets. It is also the most central, located in one of the liveliest parts of the city where the streets and alleyways surrounding the market place fill with food stalls.
At Ben Thanh Market you can expect to find almost everything that the locals might need in their day to day lives: from fresh meats and vegetables to clothes, domestic items, pots, woven baskets and bamboo ladders. This is a feast for the senses.Take in the sounds: the excited chatter of shoppers and the pitch of vendors’ voices rising into the steaming night.
Breathe in the sweet spiced air - chili, tamarind, ginger - and witness the bright array of colors from exotic fruits to beautiful silks. Try the food stalls for authentic dishes at local prices. This is a rich experience at the beating heart of the city, equally exciting for shoppers and spectators.
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Easy to find in the heart of District 1 where Le Loi, Tran Hung Dao and Le Lai converge at the central roundabout.
Often crowded and bustling but makes for a great atmosphere. Be prepared to haggle hard for what you want - it's part of the experience! As is the freshly prepared local food!
Bach Dang Pier
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Bach Ma National Park
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Cai Rang Floating Market
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Cao Dai Temple
- The Cao Dai temple is Cao Dai’s answer to the Vatican: Dress respectfully (no shorts or sleeveless T-shirts).
- A Cao Dai temple tour is a must for anyone interested in culture and religion.
- While you are allowed to photograph prayers from the upstairs balcony, ask permission before photographing worshippers.
Cham Island (Cu Lao Cham)
- Shops and facilities are limited on the Cham Islands: Don’t forget your sunscreen.
- Both public boats and tour boats can be dangerously crowded: Use common sense before boarding.
- While bikinis are fine on the beach, put clothes on when leaving the beach or exploring villages.