Three Coolest Neighborhoods in Saigon

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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This walking tour is designed to answer the question "WHAT MAKES THIS CITY UNIQUE?" and prove Saigon is more than another Southeast Asian city.

We will walk out of the touristy areas, into 3 unique neighborhoods to not just SEE but UNDERSTAND how the locals live. At the end of the tour, you will know more about Saigon and Vietnam than you've ever expected.

These are some HIGHLIGHTS of the tour:

1. The maze of alleys in the MAFIA DISTRICT
2. Taste a cup of Vietnamese coffee
3. The China Town
4. The Herbal medicine street; Taste a cup of HERBAL TEA
5. The Fish Aquarium street
6. The colorful CHINESE-STYLE BUDDHIST temple
7. Learn about the Vietnam War at the Burning Monk site
8. Go down the Secret Weapon Cellar at the COMMANDO SAFE HOUSE

Join us on this adventure, ensuring your comfort with a 5.5-6km walk—don't forget your comfortable shoes! Contact us to schedule your tour at your convenience.

What's Included

English-speaking Tour Guide
All Fees and Taxes
We will taste the fresh seasonal fruits bought from the market.
We will taste the Vietnamese coffee and herbal tea.
Pick up and Drop-off service
Personal expenses. Tip is optional but appreciated

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at the Bitexco Tower, right at the entrance of Saigon Skydeck.

End point

This tour ends in district 3 which is a five minutes walk from the city center.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    3km-walk to the local market and walk through the tiny alleys in District 4, to see where most of the locals live.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Phố Tau Sai Gon (Chợ Lớn Quận 5)

    The 1.5km walk in Chinatown to Aquarium Street, Herbal Medicine Street, a colorful Chinese-style Buddhist temple, and an herbal tea shop.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument

    The 1km walk to learn about the Vietnam War at the Burning Monk Site & the Commando Safehouse.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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