Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s bustling metropolis, beckons travelers with its vibrant culture and rich heritage. The 2-hour Saigon-Cholon City Tour promises an immersive exploration of the city’s Chinatown, offering panoramic views from an open-top bus and encounters with iconic attractions like Binh Tay Market and Thien Hau Temple. With multilingual commentary and amenities like free Wi-Fi, this tour provides a comfortable and informative way to discover the city’s dynamic pulse. For those seeking to uncover the essence of Ho Chi Minh City and its captivating Chinatown, this tour presents an enticing opportunity to explore the city’s captivating tapestry.
Key Points

- The 2-hour open-top double-decker bus tour covers major attractions in Saigon-Cho Lon, including Binh Tay Market, Thien Hau Temple, and Hai Thuong Lan Ong Decoration Street.
- The tour provides panoramic views of vibrant markets and neighborhoods, with stops at cultural landmarks like Binh Tay Market, Thien Hau Temple, and Quan De Temple.
- Passengers can enjoy local markets such as Soai Kinh Lam Cloth Market, Kim Bien Market, and Ho Thi Ky Flower Market.
- The tour includes comfortable amenities like a city map, drinking water, free Wi-Fi, and weather protection gear.
- The tour offers comprehensive insights into Saigon’s history and exploration of its vibrant cultural heritage, including unique architectural sites and cultural landmarks.
Tour Overview

The Ho Chi Minh City: Saigon-Cho Lon City Tour Chinatown is a 2-hour open-top double-decker bus tour that showcases the vibrant Cho Lon area, offering panoramic views and cultural insights through onboard audio commentary in Vietnamese, English, and Chinese.
Priced from K206 per person, the tour includes stops at major attractions like Binh Tay Market, Thien Hau Temple, and Hai Thuong Lan Ong Decoration Street. Passengers can explore vibrant markets and neighborhoods, and see unique architectural and cultural landmarks.
The tour includes a city map, drinking water, free Wi-Fi, and weather protection gear. Booking can be done online with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
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Experience Highlights

Vibrant markets and neighborhoods come alive on this open-top double-decker bus tour of Cho Lon.
Panoramic views and cultural insights are provided through onboard audio commentary in Vietnamese, English, and Chinese. The tour stops at major attractions like Binh Tay Market, Thien Hau Temple, and Quan De Temple, offering a chance to explore the area’s rich cultural heritage.
Visitors can also enjoy the lively atmosphere of local markets, such as Soai Kinh Lam Cloth Market, Kim Bien Market, and Ho Thi Ky Flower Market.
With a city map, drinking water, and free Wi-Fi on board, this tour ensures a comfortable and informative exploration of Saigon-Cho Lon.
Attractions Covered

Unique architectural sites dot the tour, including the Truong Vinh Ky Mausoleum, Cho Quan Parish Church, and Dong Khanh Hotel.
The tour also explores cultural landmarks like the Ho Chi Minh Memorial House, Nghia An Assembly Hall, and Tue Thanh Assembly Hall (Thien Hau Temple).
Visitors can wander through intriguing streets and alleys such as:
- Hao Si Phuong Alley
- Oriental Medicine Street
- Hai Thuong Lang Ong Ancient House Area
- Kim Bien Market
This comprehensive tour provides a deep dive into Saigon’s rich history and vibrant cultural heritage.
Amenities and Inclusions
Included in the ticket price is a round-city tour, along with a city map, drinking water, and free Wi-Fi on board.
For passengers’ comfort, a conical hat and raincoat are provided to withstand the weather conditions. The tour also includes insurance on the bus and admission to the attractions visited.
To ensure a smooth experience, guests are advised to bring their booking confirmation and have at least one adult accompanying any children.
Prohibited items include pets, weapons, smoking, and alcohol. Arriving 15 minutes early is recommended for ticket confirmation and seating.
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Guests are prohibited from bringing pets, weapons, smoking, and alcohol on the tour.
Booking confirmation, either printed or screenshotted, must be shown to the staff.
Children must be accompanied by at least one adult.
Participants are advised to arrive 15 minutes early for ticket confirmation and seating.
The tour includes:
- Insurance on the bus
- Admission to all attractions
- A city map
- A 20-liter bottle of drinking water
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- A conical hat and raincoat for weather conditions
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Pickup Locations

Two pickup locations are available for the Ho Chi Minh City: Saigon-Cho Lon City Tour Chinatown.
The first is at the West Gate of Ben Thanh Market, located at No. 23 Phan Chu Trinh Street in District 1. The second is at the Main Gate of Binh Tay Market, situated at No. 57A Thap Muoi Street in District 6.
Both pickup points are conveniently located and easily accessible. The tour is wheelchair accessible, ensuring a comfortable and inclusive experience for all participants.
Customers are advised to arrive 15 minutes early for ticket confirmation and seating.
Reservation Details
Customers can easily reserve their spot on the Ho Chi Minh City: Saigon-Cho Lon City Tour Chinatown and pay later. The tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, providing flexibility.
Key reservation details include:
- Reservations can be made now and paid for later.
- Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour.
- Customers must print or screenshot the booking confirmation to show staff.
- Children must be accompanied by at least one adult.
Customers are advised to arrive 15 minutes early for ticket confirmation and seating.
The tour is wheelchair accessible, making it inclusive for all.
Recap

The Saigon-Cholon City Tour offers a captivating glimpse into Ho Chi Minh City’s vibrant Chinatown. Travelers can enjoy panoramic views, explore bustling markets, and enjoy the rich cultural heritage of this dynamic destination. With informative commentary, comfortable amenities, and convenient pickup locations, this tour provides a seamless and memorable way to discover the charm of Ho Chi Minh City’s Chinatown.
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