Driving routes, distances and day-trip ideas nearby.
A ready week, day by day: highly rated places, lunches, tours and trips out of town. Ratings and opening hours come from Tripadvisor, distances are real driving distances.
An unhurried first day: the centre on foot, one landmark and a quiet dinner near where you're staying. Don't plan anything far — after travelling, getting your bearings matters more.
All day
A free day — the market, the waterfront, the next neighbourhood over.
Hotel check-in is usually from 2pm — if you arrive earlier, most places will store your luggage.
The fullest day: two or three key places back to back. Start early — queues build by midday at the popular ones, and the light is better for photographs after lunch.
All day
A free day — the market, the waterfront, the next neighbourhood over.
Up to 36 °C in the days ahead — do the walking in the morning and spend midday indoors.
A day for what needs time and attention: museums, historic quarters, and lunch somewhere locals actually go.
Afternoon
Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour
5.0· 318from €49
Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour — rated 5 from 318 reviews.
Many museums close on a Monday or Tuesday — check the opening hours before you set out.
Get beyond the city: the nearby towns and countryside are usually what stays with you. A rental car is the practical way — public transport on these routes is slow and infrequent.
All day
Phan Thiet
Phan Thiet is 162 km from Ho Chi Minh City, about 2h 15m by car. Leave in the morning so you're back before dark.
Book the car ahead: in season there is little left and the counter price is higher.
Rent a car in Ho Chi Minh CityA free day. Go back to wherever you wanted to linger, and add one or two places from the list you haven't reached.
Afternoon
Ho Chi Minh City Signature Local Street Food by scooter Tour
5.0· 281from €31
Ho Chi Minh City Signature Local Street Food by scooter Tour — rated 5 from 281 reviews.
Carry some cash for markets and small cafés — cards are not taken everywhere.
A good day for a guided tour: a guide tells you what the signs don't, and takes the driving off your hands.
Afternoon
Saigon Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By scooter with Student
5.0· 164from €18
Saigon Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By scooter with Student — rated 5 from 164 reviews.
Carry some cash for markets and small cafés — cards are not taken everywhere.
A calm finish: a favourite spot once more, some shopping, a late lunch. Leave yourself room before the airport.
Afternoon
Ho Chi Minh City: Motorbike Street Food Tour with 12 Tastings
5.0· 133from €27
Ho Chi Minh City: Motorbike Street Food Tour with 12 Tastings — rated 5 from 133 reviews.
Allow twice what the map says for the airport run — it is never the quiet hour when you need it.
Where you can drive from Ho Chi Minh City.
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Top attractions
Restaurants and cafés
Ho Chi Minh/Saigon Zero Tourist Food Tour
€49
Ho Chi Minh City Signature Local Street Food by scooter Tour
€31
Saigon Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By scooter with Student
€18
Ho Chi Minh City: Motorbike Street Food Tour with 12 Tastings
€27
Holiday Inn & Suites Saigon Airport by IHG
from €57 / night
Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City
from €128 / night
Vinpearl Landmark 81, Autograph Collection
from €163 / night
Mai House Saigon Hotel
from €106 / night
Source — Tripadvisor
A great shop for outdoor stuff
A great shop fullnot camping and outdoor gear. We stayed here for an while hour exploring all the products
Mai House Spa
Came with my partner for a body scrub to try them out before booking more and we were not disappointed! Booked another two packages immediately after. The rooms were beautiful, looked and smelled beautiful. The showers were immaculate and the service was even better! No couples room, but still a great experience!
Feel like a King
Gentleman, do yourself a favour and get to the Brothers. I had the best shave of my life last night , almost 45 mins of total pampering by the beautiful staff. At one stage there were 6 hands working on my arms and neck, pure bliss.10/10 didn’t seam a good enough score. Great value too.
Excellent service and amazing food
Our stay was fantastic! A huge shoutout to the bellman, Mr. Nhut, who was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our visit. On top of the great hospitality, the hotel food was delicious with a lot of great flavors. Would definitely come back!