3 days in Ho Chi Minh City Itinerary

Formerly known in the West as Saigon and affectionately referred to as the "Pearl of the Far East," Ho Chi Minh City is a study of old and new, woven and piled together in a fast-paced urban hub.

Get some cultural insight at War Remnants Museum and Pham Ngu Lao Street. Head to Ben Thanh Market and Dong Khoi Streetfor some retail therapy. There's lots more to do: wander the streets of Chinatown (Cho Lon) - District 5, pause for some serene contemplation at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, stop by Thuy Design House, and admire the landmark architecture of Central Post Office.

To find traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Ho Chi Minh City road trip app.

In May, plan for daily highs up to 41°C, and evening lows to 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.