Formerly known as Saigon when it was the capital of French Cochinchine, Ho Chi Minh City today is a pulsating megacity of close to 13 million people. Though it has rapidly developed into a cosmopolitan city with skyscrapers and international shopping centres, there are remnants of its past visible in its historic landmarks and beautiful French colonial buildings. The city exudes a constant buzz with millions of scooters and people on the go.
| Mekong Delta | 2hr drive |
| Con Dao Island / Phu Quoc Island | 45min flight |
| Danang | 1hr flight |
| Hanoi | 2hr flight |
| Bangkok, Thailand | 1hr 15min flight |
| Singapore | 2hr flight |
The historic Presidential Palace or Reunification Palace offers a glimpse into the living and working quarters of the previous sitting presidents
The Saigon Old Post Office, built in the late 19th century, remains one of the best preserved French architecture in the city
The Notre Dame Cathedral is one of the city's most famous landmarks, situated in the heart of downtown centre
Ho Chi Minh City Hall is a beautiful example of French neo-classical architecture
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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