Vietnam
What's happening in Ho Chi Minh City this weekend
Pho breakfasts, cafe sua da sessions, and motorbike chaos everywhere. Saigon is fast, friendly, and unforgettable.
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Pho breakfast in District 1
Starting the day with a proper bowl. Find the queue, that is the spot.
Coffee at The Workshop
Vietnamese pour-over on the top floor. Fantastic beans.
Run along Saigon River
6K morning run. Less traffic, more breeze.
Coming up this week
Banh mi crawl in District 3
Three bakeries, three styles. Crispy baguettes and pate.
Yoga at Tao Dan Park
Morning flow under ancient trees. Peaceful escape from the city.
Photography in Cho Lon
Chinatown market. Colours, textures, and movement.
Football at Phu Tho
Pickup game on turf pitches. All levels.
Rooftop drinks in District 1
Cocktails overlooking the Saigon skyline. Warm evenings.
Cycling through District 7
Flat ride through the new urban district. Cafe stop included.
Your guide to Ho Chi Minh City
Don't miss
Eat pho on a tiny plastic stool at a sidewalk stall before 7am
Sip egg coffee at a hidden cafe in a District 1 alleyway
Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels on a half-day trip from the city
Walk through the flower market at Ho Thi Ky before sunrise
Local tips
Cross the street confidently and at a steady pace — traffic flows around you
Use Grab for everything — motorbike rides, cars, and food delivery
Carry small bills — vendors often cannot break large denominations
Neighbourhoods
Good to know
- Language
- Vietnamese
- Currency
- Vietnamese Dong (VND)
- Best time to visit
- Dec-Apr
- Getting around
- Motorbikes and Grab
- Cost level
- Very low
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