Explore the Hidden Gems and Culture of Saigon Chinatown

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Step off the tourist trail and explore the heart of Saigon’s historic Chinatown (Chợ Lớn) on the back of a scooter with a knowledgeable local guide. This immersive daytime experience takes you through Districts 5, 11, and 3, where Chinese and Vietnamese cultures blend through temples, markets, churches, hidden alleys, and everyday street life.

Highlights :
-Safe and comfortable scooter ride with a local driver
-Hidden Chinatown sights beyond the city center
-Engaging stories about culture, beliefs, and history
-Flexible start times to suit your schedule
-Enjoy a refreshing local drink paired with a tasty local specialty

What's Included

Private transportation
Admission fee
Snacks
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up in front of your hotel by scooter. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead traveler's name.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Explore a local market that transforms throughout the day. Known for wholesale produce in the morning, it becomes a vibrant street food hub in the afternoon. Enjoy a local Chinatown specialty and experience authentic Chinese-Vietnamese flavors loved by locals.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit one of Chinatown’s most important temples, dedicated to Ông Bổn — the protector deity of the Chinese community. Witness the traditional furnace where locals burn paper money as offerings, believing it brings wealth and good fortune for the coming year.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Step into one of Saigon’s oldest fabric markets, where colorful textiles and traditional tailoring culture still thrive. Learn how this market has supported generations of traders and designers.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Visit this historic 19th-century church with its distinctive mint-green interior. It is also known as the place where President Ngô Đình Diệm was arrested, making it an important political and cultural landmark.

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

    Discover the iconic symbol of Chinatown — a historic wholesale market bustling with trade, aromas, and energy. Learn how this market remains the backbone of commerce in Chợ Lớn.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    End the tour at a hidden underground bunker once used to store weapons during the Vietnam War. Enjoy a relaxing coffee while hearing stories of resistance and survival that bring Saigon’s wartime history to life.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Saigon Craft Beer And Food Tour By Scooter

Tags

Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Vespa, Scooter & Moped Tours
Motorcycle Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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