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Formerly known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is one of Southeast Asia’s most historically significant cities. Having played a pivotal role in the Vietnam War – and, more specifically, its dramatic climax during the Fall of Saigon in 1975 - this thriving metropolis bears the traumas of intense conflict and colonial occupation yet remains to this day one of the most captivating destinations throughout the Indochinese Peninsula.

A tumult of city streets flows in rapid rhythm; tuk-tuks, mopeds and bicycles weaving in and out of endless streams of traffic amid the omnipresence of honking horns. Vietnam’s most innovative city, Ho Chi Minh City’s post-war growth and gradual modernisation have enabled this battle-worn country to flourish, no longer merely defined by memories of the thrum of Chinooks and the distant crackle of artillery. A city still very much on the rise, visitors to Ho Chi Minh City today will instead stumble upon piquant food markets and swarming, neon-lit streets where skyscrapers intersperse weathered French colonial villas and historic landmarks, the eternal flow of the Saigon River a metronome for the city and its proud people.

A must-experience destination for anyone considering a holiday to Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City is less a place one visits but rather an intoxicating fever dream whose magic lingers long after you’ve left.

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An Lam Retreats Saigon River

Ho Chi Minh

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Overlooking the flowing waters of the Saigon River, this stunning 5-star property sits amid flourishing vegetation and just a 25-minute boat ride from Ho Chi Minh City’s bustling centre. A mere 35 villas and suites comprise this charming boutique resort, ensuring a stay here is steeped in tranquil privacy that is neatly complemented by the hotel’s authentic Vietnamese character.

Hotel des Arts Saigon - MGallery

Ho Chi Minh

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Blurring the lines between hotel and art gallery, the Hotel des Arts Saigon – MGallery is a 5-star boutique property located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s buzzing centre, just a minute away from the grand Notre Dame Cathedral. Be transported back to the roaring 1930s and make use of lavish facilities including a tranquil spa, a well-equipped gym and a stunning rooftop infinity pool.

Park Hyatt Saigon

Ho Chi Minh

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Bearing all the hallmarks of the Hyatt range of hotels, the Park Hyatt Saigon boasts an unbeatable location close to myriad attractions, with more than 700 restaurants and 100 cultural attractions within 500 metres. When you have explored this bustling city to your heart’s content, you can make use of the hotel’s wealth of luxurious facilities, from an outdoor swimming pool and modern spa facility to a state-of-the-art fitness centre and Michelin-selected dining.

Ho Chi Minh City Travel Information

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Travelling to Ho Chi Minh City? Browse our top tips for making your holiday to Vietnam the best it can be with our handy Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide.

Flying to Ho Chi Minh City from the UK: Travellers can fly directly to Ho Chi Minh City from the UK with Vietnam Airlines, or indirectly with several other airlines.

Currency: Vietnamese dong (VND)

VISA for Vietnam: No VISA required for stays of up to 15 days.

Getting Around: Taxis are readily available and reasonably priced, though may require some bartering with the driver. Buses run regularly between major cities, and there is a good train system also.

Time Difference: GMT +7

Languages in Vietnam: Vietnamese. Some Chinese is also spoken, and people living in tourist areas and cities tend to speak some English.

When to Visit: The best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City is during the dry season, which falls between December and March. During this period, the weather is sunny and warm with low rainfall.

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Ho Chi Minh City Attractions

Amongst Ho Chi Minh City’s most coveted attractions is the lively Ben Thanh Market, which thrums with locals who come here to barter and tuck into street food. The War Remnants Museum traces the history of the country and more particularly the Vietnam War. The Notre-Dame Cathedral and Saigon Opera House, meanwhile, offers an insight into Vietnam’s French colonial heritage and grandeur, while the city’s countless religious sites include the Jade Emperor Pagoda, which is an intricately decorated Taoist temple.

Ho Chi Minh City Food and Drink

Begin what will be a comprehensive culinary journey with a soul-soothing bowl of pho, an iconic noodle soup bursting with flavour. Local classics include Banh Mi sandwiches and Bun Thit Nuong (grilled pork with noodles and fresh herbs). Traditional Vietnamese beverages you can find here include Vietnamese coffee, which is sweetened with condensed milk, and egg coffee, where beaten egg yolk is added to a Vietnamese coffee. Wander through the city’s fragrant food markets and uncover a culinary paradise brimming with some of the region’s most delectable dishes.

Ho Chi Minh City Activities

In and around the city you can embark on sumptuous street food walking tours across the myriad markets which dot the labyrinth of streets, while more general city tours highlight Ho Chi Minh City’s eclectic history. Outside the city, you can visit the innovative Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast network of underground passageways built by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War which were used as a base of operations during the Tet Offensive, one of the largest military campaigns of the conflict. Day trips to the Mekong Delta, meanwhile, showcase this vital waterway, giving you the opportunity to drift pass its floating markets and traditional villages.

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