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Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City also known as Saigon, is the largest city, the most populous city and the business and financial hub of Vietnam. It also has a long tradition of being one of the centers of economy, entertainment and education in Southern Vietnam and Vietnam in general. It is the busiest international transport hub in Vietnam, with Tan Son Nhat International Airport accounting for nearly half of all international arrivals to Vietnam and the Port of Saigon among the busiest container ports in Southeast Asia.

Ho Chi Minh City has a prominent history going back hundreds of years. This city, though relatively young in its development, boasts a history spanning over 300 years. The city is likened to “Eastern Pearl" because of its charming architectural heritage, dynamic atmosphere, and friendly locals. These characteristics have made Ho Chi Minh City a magnet for domestic and international tourists, earning it a reputation as one of the most beloved travel destinations in Asia.

Some of the historic landmarks include the Independence Palace, Bitexco Financial Tower Landmark 81 Tower, the War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market. The city is mainly related to periods of French colonization and the Vietnam War. The city's center has some wide American-style boulevards and a few French colonial buildings. The most prominent structures in the city center are the Reunification Palace (Dinh Thong Nhat), City Hall (Uy ban nhan dan Thanh pho), Municipal Theatre (Nha hat thanh pha), City Post Office (Buu dien thanh pho), State Bank Office (Ngan hang Nha nuoc), City People's Court (Toa an nhan dan thanh pho), and Notre-Dame Cathedral (Nha tha Duc Ba Sai Gon), which was constructed between 1863 and 1880. Some of the historic hotels include the Hotel Majestic, dating from the French colonial era, and the Rex and Caravelle hotels, both of which are former hangouts for American officers and war correspondents in the 1960s & '70s. The city has plenty of museums including the City Museum, Museum of History, the Revolutionary Museum, the Museum of south-eastern Armed Forces, the War Remnants Museum, the Museum of Southern Women, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Nha Rong Memorial House, and the Ben Duoc Relic of Underground Tunnels showcasing the country's dark wartime history and classic colonial architecture built by former French rulers.

The Dam Sen Tourist and Cultural Park, Suoi Tien Amusement and Culture Park, and Can Gio's Eco beach resort, are the three recreational sites inside the city which are popular with tourists. Aside from the Municipal Theatre, there are other places of entertainment such as the Ben Thanh Theatre, Hoa Binh Theatre, and the Lan Anh Music Stage. The city is home to hundreds of cinemas and theatres, with cinema and drama theatre revenue accounting for 60–70% of Vietnam's total revenue in this industry.

The city is also known for its narrow walkable alleys and bustling nightlife. Visitors can try partying on bustling walking streets like Bui Vien and Nguyen Hue or indulging in late-night food tours and romantic cruises along the Saigon River. Grand Park - the city's newest entertainment complex, located in Thu Duc City, features the Tropical Island water park, an enchanted garden with towering light trees, and an urban beach with water-based activities. Grand Park combines modern entertainment with natural landscapes and year-round shopping-dining experiences. The city also boasts a multitude of restaurants serving typical Vietnamese dishes such as pho or rice vermicelli.