Ho Chi Minh: Downtown Walking Tour with Local
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Welcome to Saigon. This isn’t your average city tour. It’s a walk through time, guided by locals who live the stories they share. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam through stories rarely told — from hidden corners of resistance to reflections on modern life. We’ll gift you a PDF guide at the end, full of local tips, food recommendations, rooftop bars, and discount codes to enjoy during your stay. ⸻ Highlights of This Small-Group Experience: Former Manufacturer of Opium Saigon Opera House Nguyen Hue Walking Street The Coffee Apartment Ho Chi Minh Statue The Secret CIA Building A relaxing break with a local drink, snack, and clean bathroom! Saigon Post Office The Book Street Independence Palace This tour is led by passionate local hosts from Momo Travel, who believe the best experiences begin with kindness and curiosity. If you enjoy the walk, feel free to leave a tip — but your presence is already a gift. Book now — your Saigon story begins here.
Inclusions
What's included
- English Local Guide
What's not
- Coffee and/or Tea
Itinerary
The Saigon Opera House is a prominent example of French colonial architecture in Ho Chi Minh City, completed in 1900. This historic venue has served various roles throughout its history, including a temporary shelter during the Vietnam War and a legislative assembly, before being restored to its original purpose as a cultural performance space to host a variety of shows, including the acclaimed A O Show.
The Saigon People's Committee Building, originally known as Hôtel de Ville, is reminiscent of the Hôtel de Ville in Paris. After the reunification of Vietnam in 1975, it was repurposed as the headquarters for the People's Committee, symbolizing the transition from colonial rule to an independent government.
Get a touch of education and language. The tips to communicate with the locals are must-know whenever travelling.
Learn about the names of Sai Gon and Ho Chi Minh City, open talk about our first president of Vietnam
Visit Nguyen Hue Walking Street to enjoy the vibrancy of the city and find the well-known Coffee Apartment
Step into a time capsule of architectural splendor, where colonial charm meets bustling modernity, in this functioning post office adorned with stunning interior design.
The iconic building, originally the presidential palace, features elegant 1960s architecture and used to be labelled as "The White House" in Vietnam
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- In front of The Manufacture Courtyard Gate (Look out for the blue paper fan!)
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Momo Travel
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City
- Its from-price is 84% below the median of the 2927 experiences we list in Ho Chi Minh City.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 546 of 2927.
- 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.
Special offers in Ho Chi Minh City
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