Ho Chi Minh City Private City Tour – History, Culture, Local Life

5.0
(23 reviews)
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Ho Chi Minh City on a private sightseeing tour that combines history, culture, and local life. With a knowledgeable local guide and flexible pace, this tour is ideal for first-time visitors seeking a meaningful introduction to Saigon.

Visit the War Remnants Museum to learn about Vietnam’s modern history, see the Thích Quảng Đức Monument, explore a hidden weapon bunker used during the war. Along the way, pass by iconic landmarks such as the Independence Palace, Central Post Office, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Saigon Opera House, City Hall, Nguyễn Huệ Street, the Café Apartment.

The experience also includes views of authentic local neighborhoods, a flower market, a visit to a pagoda or temple. This private tour offers a well-balanced overview of Ho Chi Minh City in a comfortable personalized way.

This private tour is fully customizable and can be operated by motorbike, jeep, car, walking, cyclo, allowing you to choose the experience that best suits your travel style.

What's Included

Private Transportation
English Speaking Tour Guide
Center Hotel Pick-up, drop-off (District 1,3,4)
Holiday Surcharge, Tips
War Museum Ticket Entrance: 40,000 Vnđ, Independence Palace 40,000 Vnđ

Meeting and pickup

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

Our Guide Will Greet You In Central Of Ho Chi Minh City. Please Send Us The Following Information To Arrange Your Pickup: Full Name, Hotel Address, WhatsApp Phone Number. Note: If You Request Pick-up Or Drop-Off At Hiep Phuoc Port, Phu My Port, Outside Ho Chi Minh City Center. An Additional Fee Will Apply. The Cost Depends On Your Group Size.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    War Remnants Museum

    War Remnants Museum Gain powerful insights into Vietnam’s history through photos, artifacts, and stories. (Closed after 17:00 PM)

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Central Post Office (Pass by)

    The Sai Gon Central Post Office is a post office in the downtown City, Vietnam. Near Sai Gon Notre-Dame Basilica, the City’s cathedral. the building was constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century. it counts with Gothic, Renaissance and French influences. It was constructed between 1886-1891 and is now a tourist attraction.

    Admission ticket free
  • Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater) (Pass by)

    Saigon Opera House (pass by) – A beautiful example of colonial-era design.

    Admission ticket free
  • Independence Palace (Pass by)

    Also publicly known as the Reunification Convention Hall is a landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It was designed by architect NGO Việt Thu and was the home, workplace of the president of the republic of Vietnam. it was the site of the fall of Saigon on 30 April 1975 that ended the Vietnam war, when a North Vietnamese Army tank crashed through its gates.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    The Venerable Thich Quang Duc Monument

    was a Vietnamese Mahayana Buddhist monk who died by self-immolation at a busy Saigon road intersection on 11 June 1963. Thích Quảng Đức was protesting against the persecution of Buddhists by South Vietnamese government of Ngo Dinh Điểm, a staunch Roman Catholic.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Hầm Vũ Khí Bí Mật Secret Weapon Cellar

    Tết a festive 1968.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Nguyen Hue Street (Pass by)

    Nguyen Hue Walking Street is a boulevard in District 1, downtown Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Being one of Sai gon a oldest thoroughfares, the boulevard had undergone several transformations. It is currently a famous pedestrian street in the city.

    Admission ticket free
  • Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings (Pass by)

    The Nguyen Thien Thuật apartment buildings are a complex of American-built historic buildings in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City. The apartments are located on Nguyen Thien Thuat street.

    Admission ticket free
  • Cau Ba Son (Pass by)

    The beautiful view

    Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Chua Van Phat - Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas

    Pagoda or Temple in Chinatown – Learn about spiritual traditions and Chinese cultural influence.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Ho Thi Ky Flower Market (Pass by)

    Flower Market – Observe local daily life at one of the city’s lively markets.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City Package 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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