1-Day City Tour: Saigon Chinatown, Must-See Icons & Cyclo Ride

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   Saigon as the city is still frequently referred to be Vietnam’s largest city. It is a fast-paced city full of contrasts as street vendors selling fruit and vegetables can be seen next to glitzy western-style bars and boutiques. Saigon’s history is only 300 years old. In 1859 the city was captured by the French and became the capital of Indochina. From 1956 until its dramatic demise in April 1975 it was the capital of the US-backed Republic of Vietnam.
   
   This FULL day city tour unravels Saigon’s turbulent past and also provides a glimpse into the fascinating variety the city has to offer.
2. Phố Tau Sai Gon (Chợ Lớn Quận 5)
   1h
   Experience the heritage of Sài Gòn from the unique vantage point of a traditional cyclo. Following a convenient hotel pick-up, you’ll enjoy a curated hour-long journey through the bustling streets of Chinatown. Discover the soul of the district as we visit the following historic attractions:
3. Ba Thien Hau Temple
   20m
   Visit the Thiên Hậu temple to experience the fusion of Chinese and Vietnamese culture and Bình Tây Market for a vibrant atmosphere filled with goods and produce.
4. Binh Tay Market
   15m
   Bình Tây is a wholesale market, one of the biggest markets in Hồ Chí Minh city.
5. The Independence Palace
   45m · Admission ticket included
   We will visit the following places of interest in the morning:
   
   The Reunification Palace: Here on April 30th, 1975 the Vietnam War officially ended when tank number 843 of the North Vietnamese Army crashed through the gates of what was, at the time the residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam.
6. War Remnants Museum
   45m · Admission ticket included
   War Remnants Museum: Formerly known as the Museum of American War Crimes, this is a poignant display of the futility of war. Some of the black and white photography in the ‘Requiem’ exhibit is particularly touching, dedicated to both foreign and Vietnamese journalists and photographers who perished during the conflict. The courtyard outside contains the spoils of war, namely rusting jets, tanks and cannons captured from the American military machine.
7. Saigon Central Post Office
   10m
   The Old Post Office is another example of French colonial architecture and is also the country’s largest post office.
8. Emperor Jade Pagoda
   20m
   Jade Emperor Pagoda: Built in 1909 in honor of the supreme Taoist god, this is one of the most spectacularly atmospheric temples in HCMC, stuffed with statues of phantasmal divinities and grotesque heroes. The pungent smoke of incense fills the air, obscuring the exquisite woodcarvings.
9. Ben Thanh Market
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   We’ll drop you back to pick-up point or somewhere in city center as your request.

Pickup details

* We'll reach out to you one day before to reconfirm the pick-up time & address.

* We provide pickup and drop-off services within the following central wards:

District 1: Sai Gon, Ben Thanh, Tan Dinh, and Cau Ong Lanh Wards
Thu Duc City: An Khanh Ward
District 3: Ban Co, Xuan Hoa, and Nhieu Loc Wards
District 4: Vinh Hoi, Khanh Hoi, and Xom Chieu Wards
District 5: Cho Quan, An Dong, and Cho Lon Wards
District 7: Tan Thuan and Tan Hung Wards
Binh Thanh District: Gia Dinh and Thanh My Tay Wards
Phu Nhuan District: Phu Nhuan and Cau Kieu Wards
Tan Binh District: Tan Son Nhat and Tan Son Hoa Wards

* Other Locations: If your hotel is outside these specific areas, please contact us. We can provide a central meeting point or a custom transport quote for you.

* [ Phu My Port] An additional charge applies for pickups from Phu My Port. Please contact us for details if you are arriving by cruise ship.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Only one under-five free admission per family