Best landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City

An observation deck in the 68-storey Bitexco Financial Tower. It offers air-conditioned 360-degree views over the city and is a good way to get your bearings.

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At 461 m and 81 storeys, it is the tallest building in Ho Chi Minh City, with a shopping mall at the base and an observation deck near the top. Tickets cost around 220,000 VND for adults and 150,000 VND for children.

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The classic spot for a Ho Chi Minh City photo, featuring the Ho Chi Minh statue in front of the colonial-era government building.

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An old apartment building on Nguyen Hue with cafes stacked on top of each other. It is a classic Saigon stop that is a little messy, a little aesthetic and very Saigon.

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An octagonal lake that is a favourite gathering spot for locals. A legend says its bronze turtle was built to pin down the tail of a mythical dragon whose head lay at the Independence Palace.

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A memorial to the Buddhist monk who self-immolated in 1963 to protest the persecution of Buddhists. It features a bronze statue of the monk seated in the lotus position on a granite pedestal.

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A bridge with star-like illuminations reflecting on the water and views of the city skyline. It is a romantic spot for an evening walk.

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