Off the beaten path · Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

12 Hidden Gems in Ho Chi Minh City Most Visitors Miss

The quieter side of Ho Chi Minh City, chosen from what travelers actually rate highest once the crowds thin out.

Picked out of the 121 Ho Chi Minh City places we track, favoring high ratings over high foot traffic. Updated monthly.

  1. Metiseko - Saigon

    MarketFree entry

    Metiseko - Saigon is a boutique market located on Dong Khoi Street in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City's premier shopping district.

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  2. KaT Jewelry

    MarketFree entry

    KaT Jewelry is a vibrant market located on Cach Mang Thang Tam Street in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City.

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  3. Vietnam Adventure Cycling

    Landmark

    Vietnam Adventure Cycling offers an immersive way to experience Ho Chi Minh City and its surroundings by bicycle.

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  4. Ong Cao Craft Beer

    SightFree entry

    Ong Cao Craft Beer is a popular spot in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's backpacker district, Bui Vien Street.

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  5. Villa Royale Antiques and Tea Room

    MarketFree entry

    Villa Royale Antiques and Tea Room is a delightful fusion of a meticulously curated antiques shop and a tranquil tea room nestled in Ho Chi Minh City.

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  6. Kocochi Spa

    Sight

    Kocochi Spa is a serene wellness retreat located on Le Thanh Ton Street in Ho Chi Minh City's bustling District 1.

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  7. SOL SPA - Saigon Liberty Riverside

    Sight

    SOL SPA - Saigon Liberty Riverside is a tranquil wellness retreat located in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, along the Saigon River.

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  8. Vegas Gaming Club

    EntertainmentFree entry

    Vegas Gaming Club is a vibrant entertainment spot located on the first floor of a building on Lam Son Square, right in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's District 1.

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  9. In The Mood - Saigon

    MarketFree entry

    In The Mood - Saigon is a charming market nestled in the Thao Dien neighborhood of District 2, Ho Chi Minh City.

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  10. Mebuki Spa

    Sight

    Mebuki Spa is a peaceful retreat located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's District 1, just steps from the bustling Ham Nghi Street.

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  11. Sivananda Yoga Center

    Sight

    Sivananda Yoga Center in Ho Chi Minh City is a tranquil oasis in the bustling District 1, dedicated to the practice of classical yoga as taught by Swami Sivananda.

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  12. Theloser. - Cocktail Bar

    Sight

    Theloser. - Cocktail Bar is a speakeasy-style bar tucked away on Ly Tu Trong Street in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's District 1.

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