Our favourite Ho Chi Minh City attractions

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As the economic centre of Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City is a bustling metropolis unlike anywhere else on earth. Culturally diverse, you will find the deeply traditional sitting comfortably alongside the glaringly new. The City is easy to explore on foot, with many top attractions located within District One, including the stunning Notre Dame Cathedral, a must-see in anyones book.

A fun alternative to exploring Ho Chi Minh City on foot is to rent a motorbike. Motorbikes are everywhere in Ho Chi Minh, with many commuters using them to get to and from work. They are incredibly cheap to rent, and while not for the fainthearted, are a truly authentic, and convenient way to get around town.

By far one of the most popular attractions in the city is the Chu Chi Tunnels. A remnant and reminder of the Vietnam War, this network of underground tunnels spans an astounding 121km in total. A visit to the War Remnant Museum is also well worth a visit, and is a fascinating look at the Vietnamese side of the conflict.

In Van Hoa Park you will find the Conservatory of Music where you can see performances by young professional musicians each Friday and Monday evening. Visiting orchestras and bands often play too, and the park setting makes for a lovely atmosphere in which to enjoy the music.

Many tourists come to Ho Chi Minh City to shop. While there are an extensive array of designer outlets and sprawling malls, the street markets in the city are far more authentic. Ben Thanh Market is one of the largest, and you will find a selection of touristy goods as well as delicious street food, delicious local coffee, clothing and more.

Pagodas dot the Ho Chi Minh City landscape, and all are beautiful spiritual places worthy of your attention. But perhaps the most well know is the Giac Lam Pagoda, clad in stunning blue and white porcelain. It dates back to 1744, making it one of the oldest pagodas in the whole of Ho Chi Minh City too.

One of the biggest landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City is the former home of Ho Chi Minh himself. A Viet Kong leader, his grand colonial home overlooks the city and cannot be missed. It is now known as the Reunification Palace.

Vietnamese art is becoming increasingly popular in the west and you can get a fabulous introduction to the Vietnamese masters at the Duc Minh Art Gallery. A fabulous timeline of Vietnamese art runs throughout, and English speaking guides are on hand to give you tours too.

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Our guide to the must see attractions of Ho Chi Minh City was written by Neville Dura, a frequent Vietnam visitor. They recommend checking the Octopus Travel site for the latest Ho Chi Minh City hotels deals all year round.

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