Pasteur Street Brewing Company: must-try craft beers in Ho Chi Minh
I’m on the fence if I want to come back the next time I’m in Ho Chi Minh. Still, major props to their delicious and affordable craft beer!
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Phở Thìn by SOL: comforting pho in Ho Chi Minh
This is pho as it should be: warm, comforting, with the right amount of tender beef to make a filling meal.
Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum: showcase of Vietnamese art
All in all, I do think it’s still worth spending some time here. But as someone who has already visited before, I don’t think I’ll be back.
My Banh Mi Saigon: cosy Banh Mi place with vegan options
There’s no doubt that you would, at some point in your Vietnam trip, encounter Banh Mi. I belonged to the camp who actively sought the dish out and ate it as and when I could.
Reunification Palace: historical site of the Fall of Saigon
It’s not the kind of place you would visit twice, but definitely worth a visit if you want to understand the city’s tumultuous history.
Okkio Cafe: disappointing & overrated café in Ho Chi Minh City
The service level and food quality here is pretty inconsistent. Unfortunately, our visit timed with a day when everything is not at its best.
Anan Saigon: one of Asia’s best restaurants with affordable fare
There are different opinions on whether the dining experience here is worth the amount charged and the accolades received.
Best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City (tried & tested!)
Based on personal experience, I’ve compiled some of the best things to do while visiting this vibrant city in Vietnam!
Hoa Túc Cooking Class: easy & fun activity in Ho Chi Minh City
Considering how enjoyable the cooking class was and how delicious the food turned out, I was very glad that we signed up for this.
War Remnants Museum: must-visit museum in Ho Chi Minh
I strongly encourage checking out this highly-controversial museum in Ho Chi Minh as an important record of history in the city.