Saigon Walking Tour & Vietnamese Coffee Workshop
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the vibrant streets of Ho Chi Minh City on this half-day guided walking tour. Stroll through the historic Le Cong Kieu Antique Street, visit the bustling Ben Thanh Market, and step into the Independence Palace to uncover Vietnam's rich history. Marvel at the stunning Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office, before concluding your adventure with an interactive Vietnamese coffee workshop, where you'll learn to brew traditional phin coffee or creamy egg coffee. The maximum per booking for this tour is 6 pax. - Half-day walking tour showcasing Ho Chi Minh City's iconic landmarks - Visit major attractions including Independence Palace and Ben Thanh Market - Engage in a hands-on Vietnamese coffee workshop, learning local brewing techniques - Ideal for culture enthusiasts and food lovers, with a minimum group size of 2 guests
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- Mini coffee workshop (45 minutes)
- English-speaking guide service.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- V.A.T and service charge.
What's not
- All meals and beverages unspecified
- Personal expenses, optional visits, and other services unspecified
- Outside visit to the Reunification Palace only (entrance ticket not included).
Itinerary
07:30 Meet our guide at Saigontourist Office , 102 Nguyen Hue Street, Sai Gon Ward ( District 1), HCMC
7:30 . Le Cong Kieu Antique Street & Cau Mong Bridge Begin your morning with a quiet walk through Le Cong Kieu Antique Street, a hidden gem filled with vintage shops and timeless artifacts. This charming street offers a nostalgic glimpse into Saigon’s past, far from the city’s busy traffic. Continue to Cau Mong Bridge, a graceful pedestrian bridge with lovely views over the canal and surrounding architecture. It is a peaceful and photogenic start to your journey through the city.
08:15 Ben Thanh Market Next, immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Ben Thanh Market, one of Saigon’s most iconic landmarks. Inside, colorful stalls display spices, textiles, handicrafts, and local snacks that reflect everyday life in the city. As you walk through the market, experience the vibrant energy and interactions between vendors and locals. This stop offers a true taste of Saigon’s culture and rhythm.
8:45 . Independence Palace ( Outside) Walk through the heart of Ho Chi Minh City to the Reunification Palace, a powerful symbol of Vietnam's history. While exploring the palace grounds from the outside, listen to engaging stories about the country's past and the historic events that took place here.
9:30 . Notre Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office Continue to the heart of colonial Saigon with a combined visit to Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. Admire the cathedral’s red-brick façade and elegant twin towers, standing as symbols of the city’s European heritage. Just across the square, the Central Post Office impresses with its vaulted ceiling and classic design. Together, these landmarks showcase Saigon’s architectural beauty and historical depth.
10:00 . Vietnamese Coffee Workshop Conclude the tour with an interactive Vietnamese coffee workshop instead of a simple café stop. Guests can choose to make traditional phin coffee or learn the art of rich and creamy egg coffee. Guided by a local coffee expert, you will discover brewing techniques and the cultural significance of coffee in daily Vietnamese life. Relax and enjoy the cup you created as a perfect ending to your morning walk.
End the tour at 151 Dong Khoi, Saigon Ward, Ho Chi Minh city
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Pick up at 102 Nguyen Hue, Sai Gon Ward ( District 1), HCMC - Saigontourist Office
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 6 travellers
- Operated by
- Saigontourist Travel Vietnam
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City
- Its from-price is 52% below the median of the 553 city tours we list in Ho Chi Minh City.
- It is shorter 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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