Free Chinatown Tour in Ho Chi Minh
Overview of the tour in Ho Chi Minh
Cholon is Saigon’s heaving Chinatown district. It’s a great place to spend at least half a day. It’s hard to believe, but Cholon is even more chaotic than downtown Saigon - with a distinctly Chinese character. As downtown Saigon is increasingly overwhelmed by concrete and high-rise towers, we reckon Cholon might be the best place to get a sense of the old, unique energy of the city.
This place is now a significant commercial center for the Chinese in Ho Chi Minh City, which still preserves the precious values of culture, religion, and architecture dating back thousands of years. The pipe-shaped tiled roofs in Chinatown streets combined with typical Chinese architecture feature a unique classic beauty.
Aside from wandering the streets of Chinatown, you can also experience local flavors through a mini food trip! Drink the famous Vietnamese coffee, have a plate of Chinese duck soup noodles, and enjoy a hearty dumpling and sweet soup.
This activity includes:
- Binh Tay Market
- Ba Thien Hau Temple
- St Francis Xavier Church
- Cho Lon Masjid, Vietnam
- Hao Sy Phuong
- University of Medicine & Pharmacy HCMC (UMP)
On arrival
Meet outside Bitexco Financial Tower - entrance to the Saigon Skydeck opposite Như Lan Bakery. After a short introduction, we will catch a public bus to transfer to Chinatown together.
Things to note
The standard practice is to tip the guide, recommended tip of 15USD/400,000VND - 25USD/600,000VND per person. This system is convenient for both guides and tourists, especially considering that the cheapest tours found online typically start at 35USD per person.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
Ho Chi Minh City Free Tour by Foot
English
2h 45min
9:00 AM, 10:00 AM
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