Compared to Hanoi with thousands of years of civilization, Saigon is a young city, but occupies the first place in terms of vibrant and modern life. This city with the most exciting activities always attracts visitors to visit and experience the vibrant pace of life here.

Notice the weather

The weather in Saigon has two distinct seasons: the rainy season and the dry season. However, at any time of the year, tourists visiting Saigon cannot avoid the heat. Sudden pouring rain sometimes cools off a bit of the heat. However, many tourists love this warmth of Saigon. The weather in Saigon has two distinct seasons: the rainy season and the dry season. However, at any time of the year, tourists visiting Saigon cannot avoid the heat. Sudden showers sometimes cool off a bit of the heat. However, many tourists love the warmth of Saigon.

This is also an important note for visitors when traveling to Saigon. You should prepare summer clothes, such as shorts, short-sleeves shirts and flip-flops. If you are going out, you should bring an umbrella. It can be a useful object no matter if the weather is sunny or rainy.

The erratic weather here can also cause many visitors to experience health problems. Medicines such as headaches, runny noses, sore throats, etc. can be easily found, but if you have to use some kinds of special medicines, remember to bring them when you travel!

Get yourself a map

Saigon is a large city with countless roads and tourist attractions. Therefore, if you are not really familiar with the road, you should immediately buy yourself a map, often sold in bookstores. Besides, you can immediately use Maps applications in mobile phones.

A map is necessary when travel in Saigon

A map will help you locate your location, and also help you find interesting places to visit. A huge advantage is that you can freely visit everywhere with the map without anyone giving directions, or avoid being bullied when taking a motorbike taxi / taxi, …

Pay attention when walking around

Walking around Saigon on sunny days is one of the interesting experiences that tourists cannot miss. However, during these walks, you should still have some small notes, such as choosing to walk on open, low-smog streets.

A situation that happens pretty usually in the city is robbery, especially of small handbags or jewelry. To ensure the safety of both people and belongings, you should be careful when walking, avoid showing expensive jewelry, hold your bags firmly and always take precautions.

Street Food

Not only in Saigon, street food is a typical cultural feature that must be tried in some cities in Vietnam. The variety and attractiveness make these dishes a must-try experience when coming to Saigon.

Street food in Saigon is diverse and delicious

However, no one can guarantee and verify the quality of these addresses. You should choose restaurants that have been reviewed, clean cooking methods, ... to eat and drink.

Means of transport

In the inner city of Saigon, there are many means of transportation that help visitors move easily from one point to another such as buses, motorbike taxis, taxis, etc. In addition, if you want to visit suburban tourist destinations, you can choose to take a bus or rent a self-drive car.

When using these means of transport, you should be careful with the drivers, because not every driver is a decent and kind person. Of course, not all of them are bad, but you should bargain in advance about the price and the distance. 

Beware of a one-way street

Saigon is a crowded, bustling city with tons of horizontal and vertical streets. Therefore, this place also has more one-way roads and forbidden signs than Hanoi.

If you travel by public transport, don't worry, because the drivers must already know these routes by heart. However, if you want to freely explore Saigon or rent a self-drive car for the whole family, be careful not to violate traffic safety!

Visit one of Saigon’s markets

During your trip, visiting and shopping at the big markets in Saigon is an experience that you should try. Because going to the market is a way that you can discover typical regional products that your hometown does not have. Goods at the market are always cheaper to save you money.

Bến Thành Market in Saigon

A small tip when going to the market is to choose your goods carefully, consult many places for sale and boldly bargain and bargain.

Choose a suitable accommodation

When coming to Saigon, accommodation is also a thing that makes visitors wonder. If you choose to rent a room in the central districts, you should usually stay in budget hotels, high-end hotels,... In addition, you can also choose to stay overnight at a homestay or hostel. Room rates will usually be high on the average and on the suburban side. This choice is extremely suitable for those who love to live with peaceful nature.

A trip to Saigon will be a beautiful and exciting experience, but if you don't pay attention to a few small details, the trip can go downhill. Take note of the tips above to get the most out of your days in Saigon.

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