7 days in Ho Chi Minh City Itinerary

Formerly known in the West as Saigon and affectionately referred to as the "Pearl of the Far East," Ho Chi Minh City is a study of old and new, woven and piled together in a fast-paced urban hub.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Ba Thien Hau Temple and Mariamman Hindu Temple. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Food Tours and Walking tours. Venture out of the city with trips to Vung Tau (Vung Tau Market, Christ the King, &more). On the 3rd (Thu), spend a thrilling day on the water with a speed boat tour. There's lots more to do: take in panoramic vistas at Bitexco Financial Tower, take in the spiritual surroundings of Tam Son Hoi Quan Pagoda, make a trip to Phố đi bộ Nguyễn Huệ, and get a sense of history and politics at People's Committee Building.

To see traveler tips, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Ho Chi Minh City trip builder.

If you are flying in from Sweden, the closest major aiport is Tan Son Nhat International Airport. June in Ho Chi Minh City sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 29°C at night.