Cu Chi Tunnels and Saigon Day Tour

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1. This beautiful basilica, designed in the 1870s by French architect J. Bourard, features distinctive neo-Romanesque architecture with materials imported from France. Also known as “Saigon Church” or “Virgin Mary Church,” it’s a popular spot for local couples to take pre-wedding photos.

   20 minAdmission included

2. Its architecture is sure to impress at first sight. Built in 1891, the building was designed by Alfred Foulhoux—not Gustave Eiffel, the creator of the famous Eiffel Tower, as often mistakenly believed.

   30 minAdmission included

3. The War Remnants Museum showcases powerful exhibits and photographs documenting the Vietnam War and its lasting impact. It offers visitors a deeper understanding of the country’s history, resilience, and the human cost of war.

   1 hAdmission included

4. The Reunification Palace (formerly Independence Palace) is a historic symbol of Saigon. Once the residence and workplace of the South Vietnamese President, it marks the end of the Vietnam War in 1975. Today, it stands as an architectural and cultural landmark where visitors can explore its preserved meeting rooms, command bunker, and grand halls.

   1 hAdmission included

5. The Jade Emperor Pagoda (Chùa Ngọc Hoàng) is one of the most famous and sacred temples in Ho Chi Minh City. Built in the early 20th century by the Chinese community, it’s dedicated to the Jade Emperor—the King of Heaven in Taoist belief. The pagoda features intricate wood carvings, statues of deities, and a tranquil atmosphere, attracting both worshippers and visitors seeking peace and good fortune.

   30 minAdmission included

6. Ben Thanh Market is one of Saigon’s most iconic landmarks and a must-visit destination. Built in the early 20th century, the market is famous for its lively atmosphere and wide variety of goods—from local handicrafts, clothes, and souvenirs to delicious Vietnamese street food. It’s the perfect place to experience the city’s vibrant daily life and pick up a taste of local culture.

   40 minAdmission included

7. Tourists visiting Saigon can explore parts of the Cu Chi Tunnels, a powerful reminder of Vietnam’s underground warfare. Visitors can crawl through safe sections, see command centers and traps, and taste simple meals once eaten by soldiers. A trip to Cu Chi offers deeper insight into the resilience, patriotism, and determination of the Vietnamese people during their struggle for independence. - Discover the incredibly secret network of Cu Chi Tunnels. - Crawl through the very narrow tunnels which are totally made by hand during the wartime. - Gain more knowledge of Vietnam history, tradition, and culture as well. - Crawl through the narrow tunnels which are totally made by hand. - Taste the local foods which Vietnam soldiers ate during the war time: Boiled tapioca with hot pandanus tea. - Watch a short documentary film about Cu Chi Tunnels during the war (in number of foreign languages).

   2 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City

• Its from-price is 40% below the median of the 2927 experiences we list in Ho Chi Minh City.
• It is longer than most of them.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, still widely called Saigon, is Vietnam's buzzing commercial hub of French colonial landmarks, war history and superb street food.

District 1 holds the main sights within walking distance: the red-brick Notre-Dame Cathedral, the elegant Central Post Office with its vaulted hall, the colonial Opera House and the ornate City Hall. The Independence Palace preserves its rooms as they were at the end of the war, and the War Remnants Museum tells the story of the conflict with sobering directness.

Top-ranked sights in Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels, Saigon Opera House (Opéra de Saïgon), Saigon Central Post Office.

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