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3 Days in Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon: Urban Exploration

Day 1: Heart of Saigon’s History and Architecture
Begin your day at the Reunification Palace (Independence Palace), a pivotal historical site. Follow this with a powerful and reflective visit to the War Remnants Museum. In the afternoon, explore the colonial quarter: admire the Notre Dame Cathedral and the grand Saigon Central Post Office. Conclude the day with shopping and street food sampling inside the vibrant Ben Thanh Market, followed by an evening stroll down the illuminated Nguyen Hue Walking Street and a look at the famous Café Apartments.

Day 2: Temples, Art, and Panoramic Views
Start with a visit to the spiritual and atmospheric Jade Emperor Pagoda. Then, seek out the distinct pink architecture of the Tan Dinh Church. Dedicate your afternoon to Vietnamese culture and art at the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts, housed in a beautiful colonial mansion. Later, enjoy a breathtaking sunset and 360-degree views of the sprawling metropolis from the Saigon Skydeck in the Bitexco Financial Tower or go to Landmark 81 for the stunning sunset view at the top.

Day 3: Chinatown and Culinary Deep Dive
Head to Cholon (District 5), the city's Chinatown, to explore a completely different side of HCMC. Visit the intricately decorated Thien Hau Temple and wander through the immense, busy Binh Tay Market to observe local commerce.Finish your three days with the high-energy nightlife and budget bars of Bui Vien Walking Street.

🌟🌟Tips for Your Trip:
✔️Getting Around: Use the Grab app (Southeast Asia's version of Uber/Lyft) for both cars and motorbike taxis. It is safe, convenient, and the best way to travel longer distances.
✔️Walking: District 1 is very walkable for most of the historical sites.
✔️Weather: Ho Chi Minh City is hot and humid year-round. Plan museum and indoor visits for the hottest part of the day (mid-afternoon).
✔️Haggling: If you shop in local markets like Ben Thanh, be prepared to haggle for a better price. Some vendors are very rude,if you don't buy they will swear at you. Better to stay away from this market, just go for some experience and buy something from other places.
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Post by Win Thaw Ko | Oct 21, 2025