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Top 4 Must-Visit Places in South Vietnam Tours

Tourists will have the chance to explore the most awe-inspiring scenery when paying a visit to the South of Vietnam. This region mesmerizes tourists with relaxing beaches, rolling hills, a network of waterways with floating markets, misty highlands, and the bustling metropolis – Ho Chi Minh City. To have a wonderful trip to Vietnam, let’s check out the below suggestion for 4 must-visit places in Southern Vietnam compiled by our Saigon Local Tour team.

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – A Bustling Metropolis

Known by its former name of Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is the largest financial and commercial hub in Vietnam. The city owns itself both the magnificent beauty of a metropolis and simple but surprising things. It is home to a lot of French colonial structures and war relics from the Vietnam War, modern buildings, fancy restaurants & bars, luxurious hotels along with various famous tourist destinations. District 1, the central business zone, is the area that attracts a large number of both domestic and foreign tourists. For the adventurous experience, head to more authentic and interesting neighboring districts such as District 3, Phu Nhuan or Binh Thanh. Besides, Ho Chi Minh City is considered as “The City That Never Sleeps” due to the vibrant nightlife. To enjoy the amazing atmosphere of nightlife in Saigon, you should not miss the Bui Vien Walking Street. The city is also the “shopping paradise” and “the world of street food”. You can comfortably go shopping, try Vietnamese dishes and admire the beautiful space.
Suggested places: Reunification Palace, Cu Chi Tunnels, Bitexco Tower & Sky Deck, Bui Vien Walking Street, Nguyen Hue Walking Street, Ben Thanh Market…

Authentic Mekong Delta

Mekong Delta can be seen as the “Rice Bowl” of Vietnam, the magical land with immense beauty and cultural charms. This area is the ultimate example of the tropical climate with its unique landscapes, endless green paddy fields, and hundreds of fruit orchards. There are many simple but surprising things waiting to be explored such as cruising through small zigzag canals under the shadow of water coconut trees, visiting floating markets and witnessing the slow pace of resident’s life, visiting orchards and tasting fresh fruits, savoring the Mekong Delta specialties… You will have the chance to feast your eyes on beautiful sights of green rice paddies and orchards laden with fruits as well as see how the locals make coconut candies.
Suggested places: Cai Rang Floating Market, Cai Be Floating, Phong Dien Floating Market, Cai Be Orchard, Cu Lao Binh An Garden…

Phan Thiet – Fishing Port

Phan Thiet, the capital of Binh Thuan province, is a popular destination for travelers. This is a lively fishing port along Vietnam’s South Central Coast that is famous for its stunning beaches, dunes and many attractions. It has also gained a reputation for seafood dishes and its trademark fish sauce. There are many reasons to travel to Phan Thiet City. Not only can you enjoy breath-taking landscapes, witness the daily life of the locals, but also experiencing lots of new interesting activities like kite surfing, windsurfing, scuba diving… under the blue clear water. Spend the day exploring the noise of streets surrounding the colorful harbor. In the north of the city center lies the small ward of Mui Ne, which is famous for its Red Sand Dunes, White Sand Dunes, and miles of picturesque coastline. Tourists often prefer to dunes at dawn or dusk because it is no longer hot and walking on the sand will be easier. Also, you will have the opportunity to admire the beautiful sunset scene on Phu Quy Island (a small island located about 120km away from Phan Thiet City). That looks spectacular! Besides, feasting on tasty food is a special experience that you should not ignore. Phan Thiet offers lots of seafood dishes at a cheap price with many options such as grilled red snappers, grilled octopus, sweet snail, Mai fish salad…

Phu Quoc – Vietnam’s Paradise Island

Located in the Gulf of Thailand, Phu Quoc, the largest island in Vietnam, is considered as the precious stone of Vietnam tourism because of the seemingly endless blue sea, large national park, and magnificent sunset scenes. There are many different stunning beaches with soft fine white sand, blue clear water, and soft waves. You can check out the marine life around the islands by going on a snorkeling trip. Besides, wandering around Phu Quoc Prison is a unique experience that you should not miss. The prison is now a museum where tourists can understand more about the brutalities of the Vietnam War in the past through torture instruments, photos of former Vietnamese soldiers. You can also experience other amazing activities such as discovering Phu Quoc national park, visiting Ham Ninh fishing village, exploring the island on a motorbike…
Suggested places: Long Beach, Ong Lang Beach, Cau Temple, Ham Ninh Village...