You can spend a lot of time in the market and it can be intense and at close quarters with everyone keen to get your business. Prices are very negotiable. Its a great place to eat at a good price. The shopping is the surrounding streets is just as good and more enjoyable. There are some fixed price shops around which probably give a fair price although there can still be a bit of room to move. Generally at the other shops they will start at twice what they want. Of course if you have time it's best to try a few and you will usually get a good offer when you are walking away.

A nice market with a high energy vibe! There are many shops of many different kinds of products. There's also a food court for your heart's delight. The food was very inexpensive and good. There are many styles competing for your patronage so you will have many food options to choose from with highly reasonable prices. It's also shoppers paradise for cheap bargains. Notice I said bargains because the prices can be negotiated up to 70 to 80% at times 🤪🤪 that of course depends on the shop and the item not everyone is as lucky 😂 but overall it's an enjoyable experience window shopping for a bargain. Hope you enjoy!

ben thanh market is giving full sensory overload in the best way possible THE SHOPPING SITUATION this iconic spot is pure chaos but in a good way. the stalls are packed with everything from vintage ao dai to lacquerware that actually slaps. bargaining is expected, so bring your a-game. THE FOOD COURT VIBES the indoor food section is lowkey fire with stalls serving everything from proper pho to banh mi that hits different. it's the perfect place to sample multiple street eats without braving the heat. THE LOCAL EXPERIENCE yes it's touristy, but the energy here is next level. the constant buzz of vendors and shoppers creates this electric atmosphere that's uniquely saigon. come early to beat the crowds and heat. THE FINAL CALL if you want that classic market experience with all the sounds, smells, and flavors of hcmc, this is your move. embrace the chaos and you'll have a core memory in the making. don't forget to ❤️.

I had high expectations for Ben Thanh Market, but the experience was disappointing. The place is extremely crowded and chaotic, making it hard to enjoy browsing. Many vendors are overly pushy and keep following you, which gets uncomfortable after a while. Prices are heavily inflated, and you really need to bargain hard — otherwise, you’ll end up paying far more than things are worth. The quality of some products also felt questionable. Overall, it felt more like a tourist trap than an authentic shopping experience. Ben Thanh Market was not as enjoyable as I expected. The place is too crowded, and it’s difficult to move around comfortably. Most vendors are quite pushy, and prices seem much higher than normal unless you bargain very hard. The market feels more tourist-focused than authentic, which made the experience underwhelming. My verdict: Ben Thanh market experience is not good, annoying vendors with forced sales, sophisticated inside, high price for tourist and arrogant people

Ben Thanh Market is definitely a well-known spot in Ho Chi Minh City, especially for tourists. If you are looking for souvenirs, small gifts or general tchotchkes to bring home, you will find plenty of options here. It is busy, colorful and full of energy, which some people might really enjoy. For me personally, I did not find it particularly interesting. Most of the items felt very tourist oriented and not especially useful. Prices also start off quite high because it is a tourist-heavy area, so you are expected to negotiate. If you do not bargain, you will almost certainly end up overpaying. If you are looking for better quality items or things you might actually use, I would recommend checking out Saigon Square instead. It has a wider range of products, more reasonable prices and a more practical selection overall. Ben Thanh Market is fine for a quick visit if you want the tourist experience, but there are better options in the city for real shopping.

This market is definitely worth seeing, but if you don’t mind wandering through the city you’ll find much better offers. You’ll notice the vendors are far more aggressive than other markets. Everyone is friendly though and they’re eager to sell. If you’re willing to bargain you can get really good deals. I’ll admit, I’m not so good at bargaining.

19 Oct 2025 - We're here. Full of surprises, food, coffee and everything. Be polite and friendly 😉. Good way to haggle good price. Able to communicate in English, Mandarin and may even speak Cantonese. Kudos to a young gentleman who exhibit great communication at the beef pho stall.

Overall I liked the place, definitely worth the ~$1.5 entry fee. Some rooms have AC, I think that's more to preserve the work than cool the guests. Lots of beautiful young people come here to take photos of themselves, which is in stark contrast to the intent of an art gallery, to appreciate artists and their work. The lighting was a major let down, lots of the spotlights didn't work which meant some of the art had lopsided lighting. Best part was the lower room of building 2, which seems to entirely house work from the last few years. Interesting that there wasn't any of the vapid youth in this area. Some of the art down there was incredible, at least to my tastes.

The museum building is a colonial-era mansion. There are exhibits both outside and inside. There are collections of both ancient and modern art. Overall, a very interesting museum, and it's nice that it's full of young people! Absolutely worth a visit!

Nice place. Has a great collection, and well categorized sections for people with different interests. A good place for young learners to learn about Vietnamese visual arts mostly. Would recommend to improve the lights of a few galleries as those create high glare on the glasses of the artworks or texts, which makes a bit difficult to understand from a distance. Nonetheless great place and a place I would recommend for the art lovers to visit.

Super nice place! could be a bit more preserved but you see that there is an effort on make everything as good as possible. You dont get to see much museums with modern art in asia, so this definitely worths the visit. You can quickly get a ticket at the door, and its around 1,50 dollars.

Nice museum, good for understanding historical background and culture. Main idea of most expositions is reflecting on war & peace. But too many people doing photoshoots, they are literally everywhere and sometimes behaving weird like touching paintings etc

Highly recommended to anyone to visit!!! Located in district 1, the museum is lovely from outside. It was used to be one of the most richest guy’s house in Sai Gon back to the past. House with 99 doors. There are 3 floors in total. Each of them show either paintings or art works of numerous Vietnamese artists. Each of the architects very special and beautiful. We went here in the afternoon in weekday so it was not too crowded at all. Beautiful sunshine on the building. The balconies are special and good for taking photos as well. The ticket price is 30.000 (1.2$) per person. I would love to come back here again if I have a chance to visit Ho Chi Minh City Just wonder about the security issues as there are no cameras and guards, how they gonna protect all the works

I’ve have visited this museum three times in 20 years. I am never disappointed. The gallery grounds are improving with a new building(s) dedicated to contemporary Vietnamese art. The museum continues to hold one of the best sculpture-garden collections in South-East Asia.

Saigon Centre Mall is a perfect mix of luxury and budget shopping, offering something for everyone under one roof. From high-end international brands to affordable local boutiques, the variety is impressive. The location is absolutely prime — right in the heart of the city, making it super convenient to visit while exploring nearby attractions. The mall is beautifully designed, clean, and well-maintained, with plenty of dining options to relax after shopping. A must-visit spot in Ho Chi Minh City for both style and comfort! 🌸🛍️

My wife and I were here this late morning to check out this much talked about shopping mall in Ho Chi Minh City - both of us are first time visitors to Vietnam, and we are from Singapore. In my opinion, this shopping mall is on par with the better shopping malls in Singapore and may come across as a more Japanese location with a multilevel Takashimaya store therein as its anchor tenant, and the many other Japanese retail and food and beverages stores, which can also be found here - in particular, Uniqlo, ABC-Mart Grand Stage etcetera. However, this shopping mall also houses local Vietnamese branded stores as well as some familiar global brands. Therefore, this shopping mall in my opinion is worth visiting for tourists and locals alike. By the way, there is a nice rooftop garden here as well.

Spent the whole day at Saigon Centre and honestly loved it! The mall is super clean and modern, with so many shops and restaurants. We had brunch there, walked around shopping for a few hours, then grabbed coffee and watched people from the balcony area. In the evening, we had dinner downstairs and the lights made the place look even prettier. You can easily spend a whole day here without getting bored!

A solid, reliable shopping mall that gives a sense of safety and comfort. It’s home to many globally recognized brands and restaurants, so there’s nothing particularly novel or unique, but with even Japan’s Takashimaya inside, it truly feels like a classic, tried-and-true shopping mall.

Beautifully designed and decorated, inside and outside. Their food court is amazing with a lot of cute cozy Café bars and restaurants. Big variety of shops, definitely something for everyone

I really enjoy going to this mall It’s always festive or seasonally decorated, and the location is very convenient for downtown There are many cafés to get some work done as well as tons of food options in the basement and upstairs if you’re looking for a meal I don’t really go to many of the shops here, but it’s good for people watching

Saigon Centre is a vibrant shopping destination with a wide range of branded stores and restaurants. My personal favorite is Uniqlo, while my daughter enjoys visiting Pop Mart inside the center. The mall is well-maintained, convenient, and offers something for everyone in the family.

awfully quiet inside, makes you not want to look at anything… otherwise there is a lovely terrace on the fifth floor, great for watching the sunset with a view of the cathedral and the post office !

A small mall compared to others in nearby vicinity. Shops have limited stock options too. A lot of them are in an open space. It is a high-end shopping mall with high-end brands but you can also find Nike or New Balance in it. The food court only has a few restaurants with a coffee shop in the middle. Only giving four stars because of their beautiful garden on the fifth floor and beautiful Christmas decor on the outside.

Nice place, not so big as thought initially from other reviews Most of the worldwide brands in one place almost with same or little bit higher price

It’s supposed to one of the oldest department stores in ho cho minh city, but it does not look or feel old from the outside as well as inside probably the did a good job renovating. There is a rooftop garden with a good view here so you can come and rest or chill when it’s not too hot.

Excellent location shops and food court are a bit outdated but we loved the highland coffee.

I am writing a review mainly to complain about the cashier system. When I want to purchase a product even some food I have to go pay to some cashiers around the corners and these people are often rude and grumpy, also it makes me feel uncomfortable because I want to pay directly to the sellers not them.

Diamond Plaza is a luxurious shopping centre located in downtown District 1. The complex was completed and opened for business in 1999. It is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, offering a wide range of shopping and entertainment options. All luxury products are available there a great places to go visit if one is in Hochiminh 🥰🥳. At Christmas, they decorated the mall so beautifully. An awesome view 🥰❤️

The Pho was amazing so flavoursome and lots to add at your own choices. The staff were great and the lay out was good. All in great place. I had a mixed meat and it was great I also had an iced tea and dough sticks (quãy) would definitely go back.

It's probably the most flavoursome pho I've had in Vietnam. You can add as many greens to your soup as you wish. The broth really has depth. It's a local place but caters nicely to foreigners. The beef was ample and was really tasty. The beef at many other places is just bland.

The service was great. They provide vegetarian option as well. Very fast service.. and flavourful. The watermelon juice is super refreshing. My mom likes her meat well done and the staff were super nice and accommodating. They allowed us to place our luggage while we ate. Thank you so much Cam on :)

It was not very special, but it is delicious enought to try beef brisket noodle. They have quite much of quantity inside the bowl. It was good enough to win the hangover. Try the noodle with the fried bread. If I have chance to visit here again, I will do it. And I can introduce here to my friends too.

It's Phở restaurant, which was selected as "Selected" by Michelin. Actually I visited here long time ago but I cannot remember how they were, so I tried again. When I visited this time, it was rainning so not so many customers were coming. Then I had Pho Tap Cam (all in), then it came within a minute!! The fastest serving in Michelin Pho Lol. Anyway, The pho was quite standard and tastes good. Perfect as standard but not special. The price is a bit pricy due to Michelin. If you are looking for the The Standard Phở, then it's nice place to visit.

Very sweet family. They had many options of pho and other Vietnamese foods. Their many smoothie was also amazing.

BEST PHO AND SERVICE EVER Love the soup and mango smoothie so much. The staffs were so friendly and supportive. They recommended their signature drink and asked me if I get any allergy or no dairy. One time, I didn’t have enough money to afford it — I was short by about 2,000 dong. The staff was very kind and let me have it without paying the full amount. I felt grateful of their service. However, I still decided to come back the next day and pay the full price (don’t copy me, always bring cash guys). I highly recommend this restaurant you all

Pho was excellent. They do this thing, which I've seen elsewhere in Vietnam, they put a puff pastry on the table and say 'you eat, you buy, you no eat, you no buy'. How many tables has that item been to already? Touched? Breathed on? Meat/dairy inside spoiling? Disgusting and uncalled for. Other than that, good place for pho.

Decent Pho in ok atmosphere. Owner(s) were watching tv in the meantime and occasional motorbike is being driven inside to park there

Great tasty fresh phở bò. The restaurant was empty when we were there Saturday morning

Tasted nice but was expensive (86K). Owner wasn’t particularly welcoming, didn’t invite us into the museum (only realised there was one from reading the reviews after we had left).

Price is bit high, but taste is good

North style Pho. Love the fried “banh quay”.

Good food, and a special history. This was the Viet Cong headquarters during the American war. The Saigon Communist resistance did its planning and kept arms here. The Tet Offensive soldiers all ultimately answered to the second floor of this noodle shop (which, in turn, answered to Hanoi). The second floor apparently has been kept at it was back then, and it probably will become a museum some day. Today, however, I just enjoyed the pho.

The War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City offers a powerful and thought-provoking experience that dives deep into Vietnam's wartime history, particularly the Vietnam War. From the moment you enter, you're met with striking exhibits outside displays include American helicopters, tanks, and bombshells that set the tone before stepping inside. The museum’s galleries are well-curated, showcasing raw and emotional photography, first-hand accounts, weapon displays, and reconstructed prison conditions. One of the most impactful sections focuses on the long-term effects of chemical warfare, especially Agent Orange, with sobering imagery and survivor stories. The prison exhibit with life-sized mannequins and a preserved guillotine is chilling and historically significant. There’s also dedicated space exploring global support during the war, along with detailed panels about Da Lat and Phu Quoc prisons. The layout encourages reflection and personal interpretation, rather than forcing a political stance. You’ll want to spend at least 1~2 hours here to take in the emotional weight and historical context fully. It's not a light visit, but it's an essential one for anyone wanting to understand Vietnam’s past from a Vietnamese perspective. Respectful dress and quiet observation are appreciated in there. Thursday 7:30 am–5:30 pm Friday 7:30 am–5:30 pm Saturday 7:30 am–5:30 pm Sunday 7:30 am–5:30 pm Monday 7:30 am–5:30 pm Tuesday 7:30 am–5:30 pm Wednesday 7:30 am–5:30 pm

You don’t really have to buy your tickets in advance. Maybe on a weekend? I’m not sure. The collections in the museum are amazing. Just prepare your tissue, and yourself because you’ll get angry and teary at the same time. It’s not hot inside, and there’s an elevator for people with disabilities, elderly, or pregnant woman. If you really want to immerse yourself in here, and read everything. Allot at least 3-4 hours.

Amazing little museum. 3 floors of information pertaining to the Vietnam war and it’s lasting effects. In particular, I found the “War Photographers” section to be captivating…a lot of stories in there about journalists all over the globe that were intent on capturing the war and the brutality therein, often times paying the ultimate price for their attempts to broadcast the truth. The entire museum could easily take 2-4 hours if you’re intent on reading all the descriptions (provided in Vietnamese and English). One small note - I didn’t see any warnings, but some of the content in here can definitely be unsettling. I’m glad they haven’t shied away from this, as it’s important to show the horrible effects of the war directly. But there are quite a lot of pictures of dead and mutilated bodies, especially within the “War Crimes” room. Also, there’s a large section dedicated to the health ramifications of Agent Orange, showing the deformities (in both children and adults, Vietnamese and foreign) and mental conditions caused by that horrible chemical. I saw a lot of families with young kids in here, and a lot of the children had slightly terrified looks on their faces. I assume if it was affecting to me, it may have been doubly so for them. Again, I recommend coming and not turning your face away from the horrible facts and effects of the war, but if you’re sensitive or have young children who may not be mentally prepared for such imagery, you may want to avoid certain exhibits that you feel could include such photographs (mainly War Crimes and Agent Orange are the two areas that are disturbing, I haven’t included any pictures from them below). If you’re in Saigon even a little bit interested in the history and lasting effects of the war, this is a must-visit museum. I visited on a Saturday afternoon and it was crowded, but still easy to see everything.

Was on an emotional rollercoaster. Need more than an hour here, like 2 or more to look at the pictures, read and absorb, and look at the artillery and remnants. There are several sections and take your time through each. You will definitely leave emotionally numb yet applauding the nation and the support it enjoyed during its struggles.....

Very sad and confronting. We really took our time to look at everything. The more and more we read it was a little disheartening. War is never a great thing but unfortunately this museum is very one sided. They don't tell the whole truth. In one way I understand why they say USA invaded but for the South this was not true. The USA and Australians and other countries came to help the South but this is never mentioned. Even speaking to locals about this they agree and a very passionate about how one sided it is. I still recommend this place highly but have your own view on this. Apart from that, the photos are always etched in my mind.

Was a great museum full of relics and monuments to a whole lot. The floors are dedicated to different “eras” or tragedies of the war. Which were of course depressing to read about, but very important to understand and learn from. The staff were also very helpful and there was a virtual tour (headphones) to help

First time my daughter visited War Museum. she was truly amazed. The powerful displays, old photographs, and real war artifacts left her speechless. The place wasn't crowded at all. Ground floor did't have any AC but 1st and 2nd floor had AC. Staff was helpful at the gate.

The hall is big & beautifull, the staffs are nice and kind, the parking area is covenient, and the toilet is clean. Despite all those good thing, the minus points are food and sound. The food is so so and music is keep coming song after song and too loud to talk during the wedding event.

Nice architecture, parking ok but cost 5000 vnd, minimalism style, food is good, most staff are ok, but there is only one who serve the dish badly to my friend, the food shaking when she placing the dish to the table must be hurry I suuposed

Beautiful design. It's a place for girls' dream weddings. The food is pretty good, but the beef was too tough. The bad thing is that the traffic in front is soooo bad.

Good

Still in the Top premium halls in HCMC with good service/ delicious food Nice decoration & good Audio Visual system for wedding & average events from 500 - 2,000 pax.

There are no elevators from parking B to ground floor . Well decorated !

Attended a real estate event here and the place is very nice. It's an event center that hosts numerous wedding and corporate events. Spacious, well kept and extremely clean

Local clothes market catering to local people. This is a good market if you want to buy things in bulk. This market mainly has clothing, footwear, home decor, wooden art and crafts. Traditional decorative articles are also available. One unique thing we can buy is the snake wine on 3rd Floor. Price seem to be quite reasonable. We also have money exchange in the basement immediately after you enter the building.

Much more cheaper than ban thanh market, less tourist, the bargaining is not that crazy compare to banh thanh market

Visit: October 2025 Loved this market. Prices aren't atrocious and some stalls mainly do wholesale. You can bargain with them. There's many floors with lots to see. Great place to get coffee, dried fruits, clothing, etc. went to B35 for weasel poop coffee and dried fruits and the owner was really kind! E32 had excellent quality clothes as well

It’s a relatively huge market selling almost everything u can think off. Upper floors are stalls selling clothes and some trinkets shops. A lot of the vendors can speak basic mandarin. The lower level basement are shops mostly selling jewelry. Worth a visit if in District 5.

Nice aircon shopping areas 3 floors for clothes, bags, jewellers and souvenirs. They also has foods on basement. Next building is An Dong Plaza which is not showing on Google map, this place is for wholesale only.

Food court on first floor. Shoes, fabrics, clothings, etc…on Second floor. Plaza is clean and a bit narrow between shops. Lots of pressures in food court to eat at their stall. Clean restroom. Easy come and go for Grab and buses.

An Dong Market in District 5 is one of the largest fashion wholesale and retail hubs in Saigon. It is famous for its wide variety of clothes, shoes, accessories, and fabrics. Whether you are a small trader or a shopping enthusiast, you can find abundant and reasonably priced goods here. The food court, with its many delicious traditional dishes, is also a highlight not to be missed. An Dong represents the vibrant trading culture characteristic of Cho Lon.

SC Vivo City in District 7 is a modern and spacious shopping mall that offers a pleasant experience for both locals and tourists. The mall houses a variety of international and local brands, providing ample shopping options. The presence of a well-maintained cinema on the top floor adds to its entertainment offerings. The food court offers a diverse selection of cuisines, catering to different tastes. Additionally, the mall's commitment to sustainability is commendable, having achieved LEED Gold Certification for its eco-friendly operations. While the mall is clean and well-organized, some visitors might find the prices at certain stores to be on the higher side. Nonetheless, SC Vivo City remains a great destination for shopping, dining, and leisure activities in Ho Chi Minh City.

Good Mall with Many popular stores. Decent big but some part of it on 2nd and 3 rd floor is yet vacant. There are options for food.

This is a huge shopping mall located in District 7. I last visited it few years ago (but not in most recent trips last 2~3 years). As it was Sunday, it was very crowded and there's a flea market at the ground floor that attracted a lot of people. Of course, the X-tra hypermarket was also crowded, besides the cafes and fast food restaurant like McDonalds. But the higher end boutique shops were customers-empty. One can really shop here as there are fashion, shoes, bags, babycare, toy shops etc among others here and there will be something that cater to the needs of people from various age groups.

It’s a relatively small, four-story mall featuring a supermarket, clothing stores, coffee shops, and a few F&B outlets. The place looks not new but isn’t very crowded.

Boring place. Probably third tier mall by international standards. More like a neighborhood mall. Not worth the trip here if you're a tourist. Weird child outdoor playground place with super loud speakers blasting silly music that would damage little kids ears. This makes me question the management of this mall. An embarrassment to Singapore with Vivo branding.

Bad choice, bad experience. Price be too high compared with value of food, it was not reasonable. The worst chendol that i did have, even i can not drink. Roasted eggs were so bad, they should be made by duck egg. Only Fried chicken be quite good. Bean with samba sauce made me feel bad, I used to like it so much until now. Service also really really bad. Tom-yum also was very bad also, salty and nothing. I will never be back, disappointed, and dont recommend.

Usually so crowded and noisy. This small, noisy mall is a hidden gem! Packed with tasty food options—sushi, burgers, desserts galore. The massive grocery store has everything you need, from fresh produce to snacks. Despite the bustle, it’s a foodie’s paradise with endless variety. Love it for quick bites and shopping!

Fairly good dishes, good price, nice space. A little clumsy staffs but it's just acceptable as , sometimes, there are lots of customers at the same time.

Highly recommended for hangout with friends

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(Translated by Google) Fresh food, friendly staff. DJ music at 9pm. (Original) Thức ăn tươi ngon, nhân viên phục vụ dễ thương. 21h có nhạc DJ.

(Translated by Google) The shop's area is very large. Normally there's no music. Because there was a birthday party when I visited, the DJ-style music was so loud that it was difficult to talk. Stable dishes. Price is a bit high. Ordering grilled fish, I forgot to ask for the price by weight, so the bill was quite high. The staff also did not report the fish's weight before cooking. But it's also because I didn't mention it before. If you drink together, the food is okay. Service is also okay. (Original) Quán diện tích rất rộng. Bình thường không thấy nhạc gì. Do bữa mình ghé có tiệc sinh nhật nên nhạc bật kiểu DJ ồn ào khó nói chuyện. Các món ăn ổn áp. Giá cả hơi cao. Gọi món cá nướng quên hỏi giá theo cân nên lúc tính tiền khá cao. Nhân viên cũng không báo số cân của con cá trước khi làm. Nhưng cũng do mình không nhắc trước. Chung chung nhậu nhẹt thì đồ ăn ổn. Phục vụ cũng tạm.