Ho Chi Minh City

Skyscrapers and street-side barbecue.

4.4
out of 5

Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is the largest city in Vietnam and the country's economic and cultural center. The city is located on the Saigon River in the south of the country and is home to more than 8 million people. HCMC is a fascinating mix of East and West, with French colonial architecture and Chinese and Vietnamese temples and markets. The city is also home to a large number of museums, including the History Museum, the War Remnants Museum, and the Museum of Vietnamese Art. The city is a shopper's paradise, with markets selling everything from silk to souvenirs. Restaurants serving up a variety of cuisines can be found throughout the city, and the nightlife is lively, with bars and clubs catering to all tastes.

Average temperatures during the day in Ho Chi Minh City.

What people say about Ho Chi Minh City

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