Crazy traffic, the city never sleeps are the sentences you often hear when mention Ho Chi Minh City. Here we love to bring you all about the vibrant city.
1. Transportation:
Motorbike renting: It will be very easy for you to explore the city with a motorbike in Ho Chi Minh City. The rental price ranges from 200,000 to 250,000 VND per day, and rental locations are mainly concentrated in District 1, the city center.
Bike renting: It is both safe and convenient for a short trip around the city by bicycle. With just a smartphone, you can easily rent a bike, move around, and return it at stations using the TNGO app.
Technology motorbike taxi: You can easily get around the city using modern ride-hailing services such as Grab, Bee, Xanh Sm, and more. You just need to select your destination, and the app will provide you with several options along with the prices displayed on the app.
Private car renting: You can easily travel to some famous destinations near Ho Chi Minh City such as Vung Tau, Tay Ninh, Phan Thiet, Ben Tre, Can Tho, and more. Please contact us at The Sun Tourist, and we will provide you with high-quality car rental services at reasonable prices.
2. Local sim, card: At the moment, the Vietnam tourist sim card is available in 2 forms as follows:
+Physical SIM (Mini-SIM, Micro SIM, and Nano SIM)
+eSIM profile (hereinafter referred to as eSIM)
There are 3 main SIM Card providers in Vietnam, which are Viettel, Vinaphone, and Mobifone. There’s also a fourth provider called Vietnamobile, its coverage outside of major cities is not really good, so we don’t recommend it here.
3. Weather: The weather in Ho Chi Minh City is hot and humid, with two seasons: the rainy season and the dry season. The rainy season lasts from May to November each year. Therefore, you should consider the appropriate time to visit.
4. Accommodation: For convenience you can rent hotels in the center of District 1, offering a variety of accommodations ranging from hostels, hotels, to apartments.
5. Entertaiment activies :
Saigon Waterbus: The Saigon Water Bus is a public transportation service in Ho Chi Minh City that operates along the Saigon River, offering a unique and scenic way to travel around the city.
Dinner cruise on Saigon River: Enjoy a panoramic view of the city lights with a delicious dinner.
City Sightseeing on Double Decker bus: Explore Ho Chi Minh City on your own with a Double Decker bus tour that takes you around the center of Saigon. The bus offers audio guides in 8 languages: Vietnamese, English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, German, Russian, and French.
Museums in Ho Chi Minh City: Ho Chi Minh City is home to a variety of museums that showcase the city’s rich history, culture, and art. Here are some of the must-visit museums: the Fine Arts Museum, the Ao Dai Museum, the War Remnants Museum, and more.
6. Places to visit:
Cu Chi Tunnel: Explore the maze of underground tunnels and take the opportunity to learn about history. Try the interesting activity of shooting real guns at the Cu Chi Tunnels.
