Ho Chi Minh City 1-Day Itinerary: Must-See Stops and Map

This one-day itinerary takes you to what I consider the must-see attractions in Ho Chi Minh City. I’ve designed it assuming that you have one full day in ...
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War Remnants Museum: A Complete Visitor’s Guide

The War Remnants Museum is one of the most popular attractions in Ho Chi Minh City. I live nearby, and I always notice that it’s consistently busy, with ...
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Visiting the Independence Palace: A First-Timer’s Guide

The Independence Palace is one of my favorite attractions in Ho Chi Minh City. I’ve visited several times but came by again the other day for new photos ...
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Saigon Central Post Office Visitor’s Guide

The Saigon Central Post Office is in downtown Ho Chi Minh City, in a very convenient area of District 1. It is next door to Ho Chi Minh ...
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Ho Chi Minh City Book Street Visitor’s Guide

Ho Chi Minh City Book Street is a pedestrian-only walkway next to the Saigon Central Post Office and the Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon. This central area is ...
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Little HaNoi Egg Coffee Review

Ho Chi Minh City is full of great coffee shops, and experiencing Vietnam’s coffee culture is one of my top reasons for visiting HCMC. Little HaNoi Egg Coffee ...
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12 Things to Do in Da Nang: A Local’s Guide for First-Timers

Da Nang was the first city I moved to after leaving the USA in 2018. With a population of just over 1.2 million, Da Nang is split by ...
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Eddie’s Diner Review: Best Western Food in Ho Chi Minh City

I’m a frequent eater at Eddie’s Diner in Ho Chi Minh City. Officially, it’s called Eddie’s New York Deli & Diner, and their locations are designed like a ...
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The Best (and Worst) Time to Visit Ho Chi Minh City

I’ve gone through several weather seasons in Ho Chi Minh City. It’s hot all year round. Some months (like April) are hotter than most, and certain periods, like ...
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Vinhomes Central Park: The Best Park in Ho Chi Minh City

Vinhomes Central Park is my favorite park in Ho Chi Minh City. I come here a couple of times per week to walk or run through the paths. ...
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