Ho Chi Minh City

With its historic landmarks, world-famous street food, French-influenced architecture and inspiring galleries, Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, offers a distinct cultural experience.

Ho Chi Minh City blends its historic past from its early days as part of the Khmer Empire to becoming the capital of French Cochinchina in 1862, and later South Vietnam until 1975. Today, it stands as a symbol of Vietnam’s resilience, growth, and cultural richness.

There's plenty to soak up on a visit from admiring its pagodas, traditional markets, street food stalls, art galleries and elegant architecture and historic landmarks.

Some top sites to see include the former Presidential Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office, Thien Hau Pagoda and Ben Thanh Market.

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