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Ho Chi Minh City Free Walking Tour – Architecture, History & Food
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Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn More
3 to 4 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Experience real life in the Ho Chi Minh city as you wander down narrow streets, discover the hidden gems, and taste yummy authentic Vietnamese coffee. Tour includes Vietnam’s military past at Reunification Hall and the War Remnants Museum. Then explore colonial-era buildings and ornate temples for a better understanding of local culture and the city’s rich heritage.
What's Included
- English speaking local expert
- This free walking tour works on a Tips-only basis
- Some people PAY US$ 20/person, you choose the price.
Meeting And Pickup
What To Expect
Saigon Skydeck
At 2:30PM meet your guide in front of Saigon Skydeck and set off on a half day tour. Start with a stroll to Saigon’s colonial quarter, walking past scenes of everyday life on the way.
• Admission Ticket Free
Nguyen Hue Street
The cafe apartment 42 Nguyễn Huệ St. is packed with cool places to hang-out, meet-up, socialize, bring a date, or do some work. Whether you’re a fan of photography, or you just want to share some beautiful holiday moments on social media, Building No. 42 is a must-go place for you.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
People's Committee Building
The President Ho Chi Minh Statue which is located in front of Saigon's People's Committee Building in Nguyen Hue walking street
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
Admire the beautiful architecture of the Opera House, Continental Hotel - the 1st hotel in Saigon, Caravelle Hotel
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Central Post Office
Take a look at some of the best examples of French colonial architecture are represented in the forms of Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. Notre Dame Cathedral was built between 1877 and 1883, and the stones used to create it were exported in its entirety from France. Next to the cathedral stands the Central Post Office, finished in 1891. It is another fine example of French architecture and is Vietnam’s largest post office.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ho Chi Minh City's Book Street
Visitors can find a variety of books, ranging from literature, politics, society, to science, culture and foreign languages; comics, novels and billions of other genres. If you are looking for a book to buy but cannot find it anywhere, Ho Chi Minh City Book Street definitely deserves a try.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Independence Palace
Visit to the Ho Chi minh city’s most iconic building: Reunification Hall. Formerly called the Presidential Palace, images of the building were seen around the world on 30 April 1975 when tanks stormed the gates as Saigon fell to the North Vietnamese. Hear the echoes of time while walking through this historic downtown site.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Ben Thanh Market
End the tour near by the Ben Thanh market by enjoying a special treat at a local eatery: BÁNH MÌ or PHỞ and CÀ PHÊ SỮA ĐÁ
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Detoured Asia
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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