Trip to Ho Chi Minh 🇻🇳

It was a trip with family to Ho Chi Minh City. We visited many places and restaurants. Just want to share some of my favorite places 😍 We visited reunification palace (Independence Palace). Former presidential palace, key site during the Fall of Saigon in 1975. If you are visiting, I would advice you to join a guided tour to learn about its history. 💰 VND 40,000 (approx. USD 1.70) 📍135 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1 We also visited War Remnants Museum. It Exhibits on the Vietnam War, including photos, artifacts, and military equipment. Some exhibits may be graphic; best for those prepared for intense historical content. 💰VND 40,000 (approx. USD 1.70) 📍28 Vo Van Tan, Ward 6, District 3 We also explored the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon. French-colonial cathedral, iconic twin towers. If you prefer to take lots of pictures 📸 like me, I would advise you to visit in the morning for good lighting. 📍Ben Nghe Ward, District 1 We also visited the Saigon Central Post Office. It was designed by Gustave Eiffel, stunning architecture, still functioning as a post office. 📍2 Cong Xa Paris, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1 We also explored the Nha Hang Ngon. It Offers a variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes in a beautiful setting. 📍160 Pasteur, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1 🍔 To experience the cultural and culinary better, we also explored the Ben Thanh Market. It is a bustling market with local crafts, souvenirs, and food stalls. P/S: Bargain politely to get the best prices 💰💰💰 📍Le Loi, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1 We also visited Jade Emperor Pagoda. Taoist pagoda with intricate carvings, statues, and incense-filled atmosphere. Do visit early to avoid crowds and observe locals praying. 📍 73 Mai Thi Luu, Da Kao Ward, District 1 I would also recommend you to visit Thien Hau Temple. It is dedicated to the Chinese sea goddess, Mazu; beautiful courtyard and altars. You can also walk the surrounding Chinatown for a deeper cultural experience. 📍710 Nguyen Trai, Ward 11, District 5 (Chinatown) Just to share some of my favourite restaurants 🥘 We visited Quan An Ngon. We tried their Goi Cuon (spring rolls), Bun Rieu (crab noodle soup), Com Tam (broken rice with grilled pork). All of them were really delicious 😍😍😍 💰VND 100,000 - 200,000 (approx. USD 4 - 8) 📍 138 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1 You may also try Cuc Gach Quan. This is a cozy, eco-friendly restaurant serving delicious home-style Vietnamese dishes. Out of all the food, the dishes that we love the most were Bo Kho (beef stew), Ca Kho To (caramelized fish in clay pot), Canh Chua (sour soup) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 💰 VND 150,000 - 300,000 (approx. USD 6 - 12) 📍 10 Dang Tat, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1 #familytravel #vacation #travelanywhere