While Hanoi is Vietnam’s political capital, Ho Chi Minh City (or Saigon) is the country’s commercial centre. But, away from the city’s crowded skyline, there is plenty for travellers to see, do, and eat.
Ho Chi Minh city parc Saigon © dronepicr | CC BY 2.0
How To Get From Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Ho Chi Minh City is served by Vietnam’s busiest airport, Tan Son Nhat International, which is the only direct means of transportation from Bangkok, but there are regular flights:
- All available Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) routes
- Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) flights
About Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Widely referred to as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City, is Vietnam’s commercial centre and the country’s busiest city – a testament to the economic growth of the last few decades. From beautiful historical architecture to interesting museums, it is a fun city to visit, and a great base for Southern Vietnam.
Most travellers will base themselves in District 1, the commercial centre, with most of the top hotels and attractions. You’ll also find the Ben Thanh indoor market and French colonial Dong Khoi Street.
See our Saigon Quick Guide for details.
Where To Stay In Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
There is somewhere to stay for every budget in Ho Chi Minh City, including the five-star InterContinental Saigon, the well-located Emm Hotel Saigon in the mid range, and the budget Town House 23 Saigon Hotel.
See our Saigon Quick Guide for more recommendations.
Check availability and pricing of hotels in Ho Chi Minh City on Booking.com for your chosen dates using the search box below. You can often reserve a room with free cancellation, so you can always change your plans.
Things To Do In Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Saigon has three great influences on display. First is the French colonial architecture, as seen in the Saigon Opera House and Notre Dame Square.
Many of the museums are focused on the Vietnam war, including War Remnants Museum, the Reunification Palace, and the essential Cu Chi Tunnels outside the city itself.
But Saigon is also a vibrant changing city, as reflected in monuments like the Bitexco Financial Tower with its Saigon Skydeck, offering fantastic views.
See our Saigon Quick Guide for a rundown of things to do.
Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) Map
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is roughly 870km to the south east of Bangkok, in the very south of Vietnam on the map, and the Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City flight takes roughly 85 minutes. See our Vietnam Map page with highlights of the best places to visit in Vietnam.
