Ho Chi Minh City, or Saigon if you're feeling nostalgic, is Vietnam’s beating heart—bustling, buzzing, and brimming with adventure. It’s a city that never hits the snooze button, where motorbikes whizz past in organised chaos, and street food sizzles on every corner. Think fragrant bowls of pho, crispy banh mi, and fresh spring rolls that’ll have you questioning every meal you’ve ever had before.
History buffs? The War Remnants Museum and Cu Chi Tunnels offer a fascinating deep dive into Vietnam’s past. Shopaholics? The markets are next-level—Ben Thanh Market is your go-to for everything from souvenirs to street snacks. And if you’re after a rooftop cocktail with skyline views? You’re spoilt for choice.
By day, wander through colonial-era architecture and neon-lit alleyways. By night, embrace the city’s electric nightlife—whether that’s a chic sky bar or a back-alley bia hoi joint with locals.
Ho Chi Minh City is fast, fiery, and full of surprises—a proper good mix of old and new, tradition and trend, history and hedonism. So, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags, grab a motorbike taxi, and get ready to fall head over heels for this city’s charm.
