Vietnam · City Tours

4-Hour Saigon Chinatown Tour with Markets, Pagoda and Old Cafe

4 Hours Round trip from Ho Chi Minh City Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Savour local breakfast and brunch at authentic Saigon food stalls
02 Explore bustling markets in Chợ Lớn, Saigon's long-standing commercial hub
03 Visit the ancient Lady Thien Hau pagoda and learn about traditional Chinese-Saigonese beliefs
04 Enjoy roasted coffee at one of the oldest cafes in Saigon

Get ready to discover a different side of Saigon in Chinatown, a signature of the city's cross-cultural character. Observe daily life in local markets and see how business has been shaped by the Chinese community for decades. This tour also takes you to the ancient Lady Thien Hau pagoda, where you can learn about traditional Chinese-Saigonese beliefs while exploring the hidden corners of Chợ Lớn.

Get ready to discover a different side of Saigon in Chinatown, a signature of the city's cross-cultural character.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Ho Chi Minh

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Saigon Chinatown Markets, Pagoda and Cafe Experience

7:30 - 8:00: Pick-up from several hotels in the city centre by your Vietnamese guide. Drive to the first stop for breakfast.
8:15 - 8:35: Arrive at a food stall and enjoy breakfast.
9:00 - 10:30: Drive to one of the biggest markets, which has been a melting point and business hub in Saigon for decades.
10:30 - 11:00: Have a bowl of soup as a light brunch before heading to the next attraction.
11:00 - 11:50: Observe and learn about the beliefs of old Chinese-Saigonese communities by visiting one of the most ancient pagodas in Saigon, Lady Thien Hau pagoda. Then explore every corner of Chinatown in Saigon.
11:50 - 12:30: Arrive at one of the oldest cafes and enjoy a cup of roasted coffee.
After that, drop-off at hotels or meeting points in District 1.

Where this trip takes you

Chợ Lớn markets, Thien Hau Temple (Cholon), Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam cafes

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Ho Chi Minh City 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accident insurance
Personal English-speaking Vietnamese guide, motorbike, and fuel
Free pick-up and drop-off at your hotel (Districts 1, 3, 4, and 5; some exclusions apply)
Helmet and rain poncho (if needed)
All meals on the tour
A small gift, including water
Sunscreen
Fun and amazing experience
Entrance fees