Shopping Places in Ho Chi Minh City

With French colonial-era buildings, ancient pagodas, bustling street markets, vibrant nightlife and delicious local cuisine, Ho Chi Minh City is a blend of the old and new.

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Things To See & Do

Ben Thahn Market

Ben Thahn Market

City Centre Marketplace
Established in 1859, Ben Thahn Market is a partially covered marketplace filled with vendors selling fresh fruits and vegetables along with designer imitations, home goods and electronics.

2+ hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Ho Chi Minh City

All year round destination

  • DEC-APR

    Peak Season

  • MAY-JUL

    Moderate Season

  • AUG-NOV

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Warm temperatures with less humidity.
  • Things You'll Love:Outdoor activities, festivals and beaches.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

TetJanuary-February

Liberation DayApril

National DaySeptember

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Flight to Ho Chi Minh City Airport

8h 15m . One way

Booking Options Starting From

₹7,799

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Flight to Bangkok Airport, then Flight to Ho Chi Minh City Airport

9h 25m . One way

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₹14,574

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Stay in Ho Chi Minh City

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3 STAR HOTELS

Recommended For You

Average Price

₹2,700

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Huong Sen Hotel

Huong Sen Hotel

District 1

5/5

₹3,677

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Riverside Hotel Saigon

Riverside Hotel Saigon

Saigon Riverside

4.4/5

₹2,642

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The Noble Swan Saigon

The Noble Swan Saigon

District 1

4.7/5

₹1,783

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4 STAR HOTELS

Recommended For You

Average Price

₹6,336

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Happy Life Green Hotel

Happy Life Green Hotel

District 1

3.7/5

₹1,640

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Bach Suites Saigon, a Member of Design Hotels

Bach Suites Saigon, a Member of Design Hotels

District 3

₹9,245

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Fusion Suites Saigon

Fusion Suites Saigon

District 1

4.6/5

₹8,124

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5 STAR HOTELS

Recommended For You

Average Price

₹11,405

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Mai House Saigon Hotel

Mai House Saigon Hotel

District 3

4.9/5

₹9,131

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Hotel Nikko Saigon

Hotel Nikko Saigon

District 1

4.7/5

₹12,224

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Hotel Des Arts Saigon Mgallery Collection

Hotel Des Arts Saigon Mgallery Collection

District 1

₹12,860

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More about Shopping in Ho Chi Minh City

Here are a few quick facts about Ho Chi Minh City to make your travel safe and easy. Ho Chi Minh City is a International destination. The best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City is December, January, February, March and April. Since this is the peak season expect a little crowd during this time. May, June and July period experiences moderate weather. So, you can easily avoid facing a large gathering.

In peak season you can expect warm temperatures with less humidity, whereas in off-season, tourists expect heavy rainfalls, tropical storms and high humidity levels. In moderate seasons, most of the expectation is moderate rainfalls with humidity. In Ho Chi Minh City, the festivals of Tet, Liberation Day and National Day are celebrated when a large number of tourists flock together. The festivals are celebrated in the month of January-February, April and September respectively. So, if you are fond of bustling streets and localities, choose this time of the year to travel.

If your travel seems incomplete without getting into some fun activities then you will love to get indulged in outdoor activities, festivals and beaches. In moderate season you will love to get indulged in shopping and nightlife.

Whilst in Ho Chi Minh City, we also recommend that you pay a visit to some of the most popular places which are War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon.

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Ho Chi Minh City

What are the things that you should not miss out on when you are in Ho Chi Minh City?

If you are a true traveller, you should definitely not miss out on War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, and Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon when you are in Ho Chi Minh City to make a funfilled vacay.

What are some of the most famous restaurants and eateries to explore in Ho Chi Minh City?

If you are a foodie, Ho Chi Minh City is the right place for you. Ho Chi Minh City has many famous restaurants and eateries for you to explore, some of which are Hum Vegetarian, Home Finest Saigon Restaurant and Sax ‘N Art Jazz Club.

What are the activities you can explore during the peak season and moderate season in Ho Chi Minh City?

In the peak season months December, January, February, March and April you will experience warm temperatures with less humidity wherein around moderate season i.e. May, June and July you will enjoy moderate rainfalls with humidity. Whatever that suits your calendar, Ho Chi Minh City awaits you for a good time.