Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City
• Step into the Ao Dai Museum on the 49th floor to explore exquisite traditional Vietnamese attire, a tribute to timeless elegance and local culture.
• Learn about the city’s key sights through interactive screens and use binoculars on the Skydeck to explore Saigon’s streets and skyline in detail.
• Fun fact: The Bitexco Financial Tower, where the Saigon Skydeck is located, is designed to resemble a lotus flower, which is a significant symbol in Vietnamese culture.
Want to experience the real Ho Chi Minh City? We’ve got you covered.
Join us on a dynamic guided walking tour through the heart of Saigon, where the past and present collide in the most captivating way. From iconic colonial landmarks to the bustling energy of hidden alleyways and street markets, every stop along the way tells a story.
✨ What You’ll See and Do:
- 📍 Bitexco Financial Tower – Starting point of our adventure
- 🌊 Saigon River – Hear untold tales along the waterfront
- ☕ Trendy Local Cafés – Get a taste of modern Vietnamese café culture
- 🚶♂️ Nguyen Hue Walking Street – A lively promenade full of surprises
- 🏛️ Government City Hall – A French colonial gem
- 🎭 Saigon Opera House – Elegance meets history
- 🕵️♂️ Former CIA Building – A covert chapter from the Vietnam War
- ✉️ Central Post Office – A stunning piece of French architecture
- ⛪ Notre-Dame Cathedral – An enduring symbol of the city
- 📚 Central Book Street – A quiet lane packed with literary charm
Along the way, you’ll wind through hidden alleys, historic markets, and catch glimpses of everyday local life—from sizzling street food to the symphony of scooters that define the city.
📍 Meeting Point:
Right outside the main entrance of Starbucks Coffee at the Bitexco Financial Tower.
🧭 Why Take This Tour?
This is the perfect introduction to Ho Chi Minh City, especially if you’ve just arrived. You’ll get context on the city’s rich history—from its founding, through French colonization, wartime stories, and into modern-day Vietnam—plus some local secrets and hidden gems.
🎁 Bonus:
After the tour finishes, we’ll send you a local’s blog packed with insider recommendations on the best street food, rooftop bars, and must-do activities to make the most of your stay.
This is more than a walking tour—it’s your gateway to understanding and enjoying Saigon. And yes, it’s completely free!
Let us help you create unforgettable memories in Ho Chi Minh City. 😉
• At the top, enjoy 360-degree views that stretch across the city, where the bustling streets of Saigon meet the calm waters of the Mekong Delta in the distance.
• In the immersive VR game “Top of Vietnam”, skydive from 461 meters atop Landmark 81, racing against the clock for a chance to earn a spot on the leaderboard.
• Visit the interactive photo station to capture unique moments with futuristic effects and quirky backgrounds, making your sky-high adventure more fun.
Start Your Free Saigon Adventure!
Are you ready to explore the heart of Saigon without spending a dime? Join our Free Walking Tour of Saigon, where history, culture, and street food come together to create an unforgettable experience. Book your spot now and embark on an adventure that will leave you with incredible memories!
A Journey Full of Stories and Surprises
Picture this: You arrive in Saigon, eager to explore but overwhelmed by the countless landmarks and bustling streets. Where should you go? What’s worth seeing? How can you experience the city's authentic culture without joining overpriced, crowded tours?
That’s where we come in. As you walk down the lively Nguyen Hue Walking Street, the scent of Vietnamese coffee drifts through the air. You hear the echoes of the past as we stand before the CIA Building, a site of historical significance. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, we take you underground into a Secret Weapon Bunker, revealing a hidden chapter of Saigon’s history.
Our tour is not just about seeing the sights—it’s about feeling the heartbeat of the city. Whether you’re sipping on Salted Coffee or standing in front of the Opera House, every stop holds a story waiting to be told.
Why Is This Tour Special?
This is the only walking tour on GuruWalk that takes you to the Secret Weapon Bunker, a hidden historical site filled with stories from the Vietnam War.
· There’s no financial pressure: You’re not required to pay upfront. Tips are optional, based on your satisfaction (usually €10–50).
· It’s exclusive: Each tour is limited to 10 participants to ensure privacy and quality.
· It’s born from passion: Created by locals who want visitors to experience the best of Saigon without breaking the bank.
· Unmatched value: Similar tours typically cost $30–$50 on platforms like Tripadvisor, Viator, GetYourGuide, and Klook. However, with our free walking tour, you’ll enjoy an unforgettable experience at no upfront cost.
Explore 12 Amazing Landmarks
1️⃣ Bitexco Financial Tower (outside)
2️⃣ Nguyen Hue Walking Street (inside)
3️⃣ Cà Phê Apartment (inside) – A hidden gem of Vietnamese coffee culture.
4️⃣ Cà Phê Muối Chú Long (inside) – Famous for its Salted Coffee.
5️⃣ City Hall (outside)
6️⃣ Ho Chi Minh Statue (outside)
7️⃣ Opera House (outside)
8️⃣ CIA Building (outside) – The rooftop of the famous 1975 evacuation photo.
9️⃣ Notre Dame Cathedral (outside)
🔟 Book Street (inside) – A paradise for book lovers.
1️⃣1️⃣ Saigon Central Post Office (inside) – A stunning 19th-century French colonial post office with remarkable architecture and a fascinating history, designed by Alfred Foulhoux. A great place to take photos, admire the historic interior, and even send a postcard home!
1️⃣2️⃣ Independence Palace (outside)
1️⃣3️⃣ Secret Weapon Bunker (inside) – A hidden wartime site, reached by a short GrabCar ride (20,000 VND contribution per guest).
The tour ends at the Secret Weapon Bunker, where you’ll uncover hidden tunnels and learn about their role in the Vietnam War.
Don't Miss Out on Experiencing Saigon Like a Local!
Nearly 1,000 travelers have joined our tour, with many leaving 5-star reviews. We've built a vibrant community of explorers who love our personal touch. The best part? There’s no upfront cost—you tip only if you love the experience!
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🕒 Tours available daily – limited spaces!
🎟 Join for free – tip only if you love the experience!
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• Take a seat on the upper deck, get a bird’s-eye-view of the city, and keep your phone at the ready for when the right photo op comes your way.
• Pass by the street performances and mouth-watering flavors of Nguyen Hue, the opulent Saigon Opera House & more on your tour.
🏆 Join Our Award-Winning Free Tour — Ranked Among the Top 2% of GuruWalk Experiences!
🌃 A Night of Flavor, History & Local Vibes in Saigon
Saigon doesn’t sleep — it sizzles!
Behind its glowing lights and buzzing traffic lies a hidden world of wartime secrets, mouthwatering street food, and vibrant alleys bursting with life.
Join the only GuruWalk tour that blends authentic local cuisine + hidden war history + a lively night out at Beer Street (Bùi Viện) — all in one unforgettable evening!
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Tour
✅ Exclusive: The only GuruWalk food tour featuring a real hidden war bunker!
✅ Authentic & Cultural: Eat like a local, learn like a historian.
✅ 9 + iconic street dishes handpicked from beloved Saigon vendors.
✅ Small group only — max 12 guests/guide for a personal experience.
✅ Free Walking Tour Concept: Join free, just pay for food (~ 8 USD = 200 000 VND) + tip what you feel (€10 – €50 at the end).
🚶♂️ Your Evening Adventure
📍 Secret Weapon Bunker – Meeting Point: Kick off the night at Saigon’s best-kept wartime secret — an underground armory from the Vietnam War.
📍 Bò lá lốt Cô Liêng – Juicy grilled beef wrapped in betel leaves over charcoal 🔥 — smoky, herbal, unforgettable!
📍 Grilled Banana Sticky Rice – Sweet, coconut-rich and irresistibly local.
📍 Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartments – Step back to old-school Saigon and choose between a crispy bánh mì or a hearty bún bò Huế in one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods.
📍 Ho Thi Ky Flower Market & Street Food Market – A colorful maze of snacks and smiles. Cool down with sugarcane juice and get ready to feast!
🍽️ Sample Menu
🍕 Bánh tráng nướng (Vietnamese pizza)
🥞 Bánh xèo crispy pancake + Saigon Beer
🍢 Grilled meat skewers
🦪 Steamed oysters with lemongrass
🐚 Stuffed snails
🍮 Salted cheese flan
🍺 Saigon Beer or soft drink
✨ Menu flexible – choose freely based on your taste and appetite!
At Ho Thi Ky Market — Saigon’s street-food paradise with 300 + vendors — follow your nose and discover what locals love most.
📍 Taxi to Beer Street (Bùi Viện) – only 20 000 VND/pax
📍 Beer Street Finale 🍻 – End the night with cold beer, good company and cheers to a perfect Saigon experience!
🕕 Daily Departures: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎟️ Join Free — Pay Only for Food (≈ 200 000 VND for 9 + dishes) + Tip What You Feel
👉 Book Now — Join Saigon’s Top Rated Night Tour!
Let Saigon surprise you with its flavors, stories and soul.
Discover why this tour ranks in the top 2 % of GuruWalk experiences worldwide!
• Explore the Ben Dinh site, featuring original tunnel segments, hidden trapdoors, field hospitals, and wartime relics.
• Watch live demonstrations of booby traps and learn about guerrilla tactics from your English-speaking guide.
• Try boiled cassava and Vietnamese tea—simple staples that sustained soldiers during the war.
• Choose from a value-friendly big group tour or a small group experience with fewer people and more guide interaction (up to 25 or 12 guests, respectively).
Duration: ~3 hours
Meet at: 7-Eleven, 23 Tôn Thất Tùng, District 1
Language: English
Tour Type: Free walking tour (tip-based)
Walk through history in the very streets where it unfolded.
Join us on a powerful, eye-opening journey through Ho Chi Minh City's wartime past, where personal memories and national history collide. Guided by a local who grew up hearing firsthand stories of the conflict, this tour brings the Vietnam War to life in a way museums can’t.
From underground bunkers to poignant memorials and forgotten colonial remnants, each stop offers insight into the struggles, resistance, and resilience of the Vietnamese people. It's not just about battles and politics — it's about the human stories behind them.
🔍 Tour Highlights Include:
- 🕳️ Secret Weapon Bunker
Step into a hidden basement once used by the Viet Cong to store arms — a time capsule of wartime ingenuity and secrecy. - 🏠 Visit a Local Guide’s Home
Hear intimate family stories from someone whose life was shaped by the war. A rare, personal perspective on the cost and complexity of conflict. - 🔥 The Burning Monk Story
Stand near the intersection where Thích Quảng Đức’s self-immolation shocked the world — and learn why his act still resonates today. - ⛪ Archbishop’s Residence
Discover how religion, politics, and resistance intertwined in this colonial-era building still steeped in mystery and power. - 🏛️ War Remnants Museum
A stop at one of Saigon’s most visited sites — your guide will offer the stories behind the exhibits and help decode its powerful imagery.
- 🎓 Le Quy Don French School
See a beautiful colonial-era school that once served a darker purpose during the war — often missed by the average traveler. - 🏰 The Reunification Palace
If you prefer not to enter the war remnants museum, you can conclude your journey at the historic site where the Vietnam War officially ended in 1975 — a powerful landmark that marks both division and reunification.
📣 Tip-based and truly immersive — this tour is perfect for history buffs, curious travelers, and anyone seeking a meaningful, off-the-beaten-path experience in Ho Chi Minh City.
Spaces are limited — don’t miss the chance to walk through the pages of living history.
• Learn about wartime survival as you explore underground tunnels and see live demonstrations of booby traps, followed by cassava and tea tasting.
• Cruise the Tien River on motorized and rowing boats, visiting local workshops, tropical orchards, and villages along the way.
• Enjoy a live Vietnamese folk music performance and a traditional lunch at a riverside restaurant.
• Choose between a shared tour (up to 22 guests) or a private one for a more exclusive, flexible experience.
🌟 Step into the heart of Saigon’s wartime history and uncover stories no guidebook can tell.
This isn’t just a walking tour — it’s an emotional and immersive journey guided by a passionate local who lives and breathes the soul of the city.
You might wonder: can a free walking tour truly offer deep, moving insights into Vietnam’s past?
The answer is — absolutely.
With this experience, you don’t just visit historical sites — you feel them.
We understand how overwhelming it can be to explore places like the War Remnants Museum or the Independence Palace — endless rooms, signs, and timelines. Some travelers spend $8 on audio guides, only to feel cold and disconnected. This tour was created to give you something more human: stories told with heart and meaning.
🎯 You’ll explore 5 iconic war landmarks, each carefully chosen for its historical weight and emotional depth:
1️⃣ Thích Quảng Đức Monument (outside visit)
Hear the powerful story of the monk who self-immolated in 1963 — a world-shaking moment of protest and sacrifice.
2️⃣ Saigon Archbishop’s Residence (outside visit)
Admire one of Saigon’s oldest colonial buildings and learn how French architecture and religion shaped the city’s past.
3️⃣ War Remnants Museum (inside, ~1.5 hours)
Experience deeply emotional photos, survivor stories, and historical artifacts showing the real cost of the Vietnam War.
🎟️ Entry ticket: 40,000 VND (~$1.6)
4️⃣ Lê Quý Đôn High School (outside visit)
Visit the first French colonial school in Saigon and understand how colonial education influenced Vietnamese identity.
5️⃣ Independence Palace (inside, ~1.5 hours)
Walk through the preserved war rooms and rooftop helipad where the Vietnam War officially ended on April 30, 1975.
🎟️ Entry ticket: 76,000 VND (~$3)
🕒 Tour duration: 4 hours
👣 Group size: Max 12 guests
🧭 Led by a local storyteller, not a script
🎁 Free Google Map, café & food guide, and digital museum highlights PDF
💰 Total cost to join? Only ~$4.6 (116,000 VND) for entry tickets.
The tour itself is 100% free — just tip your guide what you feel the experience was worth (typical tips: $10–$50 USD).
✨ Why pay $40–$70 for a generic group tour, when you can enjoy a rich, heartfelt, 5-star journey for free?
🚨 Limited to 12 guests per tour — book now before it fills up!
This tour may be free, but the stories, emotions, and memories you'll take home are truly priceless.
• As buses arrive every 30 minutes, visit up to 12 unique landmarks across Ho Chi Minh, and 15 top sights in the Saigon-Cho Lon area.
• Kick back in your seat, soak up panoramic views, and tune in to multilingual audio guides that bring the city’s rich & diverse history to life.
• Discover the city after sunset on a non-stop panoramic night tour and gain entry to the War Remnants Museum or Independence Palace.
• On your tour, you will visit popular sights such as the War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Saigon Zoo & more.
Welcome to Saigon — a city of stories, memories, and endless motion.
This isn’t your average city tour. It’s a walk through time, guided by locals who live the stories they share. With Momo Travel, you’ll go beyond the guidebooks — hearing tales of old Saigon, the echoes of the colonial past, secret missions, and the quiet resilience of people who shaped the city.
We’re here not just to show you places, but to invite you into conversations, personal memories, and the heartbeats behind historic walls.
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🌟 Why Join This Tour?
You’ll gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam through stories rarely told — from hidden corners of resistance to reflections on modern life. It’s not a history lesson; it’s a shared journey, where you’re invited to listen, ask, and connect.
And as a thank-you, we’ll gift you a special PDF guide at the end, full of local tips, food recommendations, rooftop bars, and discount codes to enjoy during your stay. 💎
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🗺️ Highlights of This Small-Group Experience:
🍃 Former Manufacturer of Opium
🏛️ Saigon Opera House
🚶 Nguyen Hue Walking Street
🏨The Coffee Apartment
🗽 Ho Chi Minh Statue
🕵️ The Secret Landing Zone
☕ A relaxing break with a local drink, snack, and clean bathroom!
📮 Saigon Post Office
🍃 The Book Street
⛪ Notre Dame Cathedral
🏰 Independence Palace
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💬 Come as a traveler, leave as a friend.
This tour is 100% free, led by passionate local hosts from Momo Travel, who believe the best experiences begin with kindness and curiosity. If you enjoy the walk, feel free to leave a tip — but your presence is already a gift.
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📍 Meeting Point:
74 Hai Ba Trung St. (The Manufacture Courtyard Gate)
Look for our guide with the blue paper fan — your passcode is: Momo
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Let us show you the city we love. Book now — your Saigon story begins here. ❤️
• With buses arriving every 30 to 45 minutes, this tour whisks you away to 18 top spots in the city across two unique routes.
• Climb to the upper deck for scenic views and tune into a 9-language audio guide to uncover more of Saigon’s past and culture.
• Head to the Museum of Vietnamese History & learn about the country’s history, or the Van Phat Pagoda for a moment of peace among the bustle.
In the heart of Saigon, where the old meets the new and the streets hum with the rhythm of countless tales, a gastronomic journey awaits your discovery.
Welcome to our unique food tour, where each bite narrates a story and every aroma whispers the secrets of Saigon.
Our hand-picked selections are not merely about tasting – they are about experiencing the genuine flavors that resonate with the soul of this lively city.
Here, amidst the vibrant energy of Saigon's nightlife, indulge in a one-of-a-kind dining experience where the flavors of Vietnam burst to life in each dish. giving you the chance to explore where the locals truly live, eat, and savor.
We will try around 8 different dishes in various neighborhoods of the city. We will visit the top 10 street food's vendor voted by CNN in Vietnam, a flea market, walk through small alleys to experience real local life at apartment complexes, explore a wholesale flower market, and uncover the city's gangster history, decades long sellers.
Here is a list of some of the dishes we will try:
- Grilled Pork Banh Mi
- Fried Rice Cake
- Assorted Snails / Stir-fried Quails with Tamarind Sauce
- Sugarcane juice
- Rolling Rice Paper
- Grilled Beef with Lemongrass
- Grilled Sticky Rice and Banana
- Cheese Flan Cake with Coconut Milk and Vietnamese Coffee.
- And Surprises
Our team at Momo has conducted extensive research to ensure that the dishes you enjoy with us are unique and safe for your stomach, ensuring you won't encounter the same flavors during your travels elsewhere in Vietnam.
Spaces are limited, so book now to secure your spot and experience Saigon like a local!
Insider tips:
🔸 If you have any allergies, please tell us in advance.
🔸 Each dish cost around 0.5$ to 1.5$
🔸 The tour operate rain or shine.
• Watch vibrant puppets glide across the water, telling ancient Vietnamese stories through delicate movements, colorful costumes, and live traditional music.
• A live orchestra plays a central role, weaving traditional melodies into the performance, adding depth and emotion to each puppet's journey across the stage.
• Choose from upgrades that include hotel transfers, a cyclo ride, an evening guided tour of the city, and a scenic Saigon River dinner cruise.
• Fun fact: Water puppetry, which dates back over 1,000 years, was originally performed in flooded rice paddies to entertain farmers after a hard day’s work.
Hop on the back of our motorbikes like a true local, and let us guide you through the heart and soul of Ho Chi Minh City. This immersive tour takes you beyond the tourist trail—exploring iconic landmarks, hidden wartime relics, colorful markets, and authentic neighborhoods.
As we weave through multiple districts, you’ll experience the shift from historic downtown to lively local areas, taste Vietnamese specialties, and engage in real conversations about the country’s past, present, and future.
Highlights:
1. Notre Dame Cathedral
Marvel at this stunning French colonial church, an architectural gem in the city center.
2. Saigon Central Post Office
Step into a beautifully preserved landmark designed by Gustave Eiffel.
3. The Independence Palace (outside visit)
Hear stories of the Fall of Saigon while viewing this powerful symbol of Vietnam’s reunification
4. The Burning Monk Memorial
Learn about the iconic self-immolation protest that shocked the world.
5. Secret Weapon Bunker
Step into a hidden Saigon basement once used by the Viet Cong during the war
6. Spy House Coffee Stop (Only ~$1.50)
Savor a Vietnamese coffee in a historic café once used for covert meetings.
7. Flower Market & Cambodian Wet Market
Witness the colors, chaos, and charm of Saigon’s most vibrant local markets.
8. Try a Local Delicacy (Only ~$1.50)
Sample a delicious street dish loved by locals—don’t worry, we’ll guide you!
9. Oldest Temple & Chinatown (Chợ Lớn)
Explore the spiritual and cultural richness of Saigon’s Chinese district.
10. Saigon River Ride ( If we still have time)
End with a peaceful drive along the river, soaking in panoramic views of the city skylin
Tour inclusions:
1. Transportation:
Private Motorbikes
Free hotel pick-up & drop-off in Districts 1, 3, and 4
2. Equipment & Safety
Rain ponchos, high-quality helmets, and accident insurance
3. Guides & Drivers
Local licensed English-speaking guide, Professional drivers
4. A lovely gift
A lovely gift to remember Saigon with us
Note: You can customize the tour if you have already visited the main historical sites. We can change some local sites to substitute for you
1. Ten Thousand Buddhas Pagoda
2. The old quarter
3. The biggest market in Chinatown.
4. Jade Emperor Pagoda
5. Slum Areas Life
6. The Pink Church
7. Saigon Rivers
8. A maze of alleys in gangster town.
