The vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, also known by its former name of Saigon, is Vietnam's biggest city. It's a great place for history and culture lovers, foodies, and travellers seeking a lively, diverse night scene. Book your flights to Ho Chi Minh City with the full-service, environmentally friendly EVA Air for a comfortable flight on a modern and safe plane.

Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City

Visit the Reunification Palace, South Vietnam's former presidential palace, largely left as it was before the War in Vietnam ended. The War Remnants Museum offers stark, emotive information about the past, and the Museum of Vietnamese History takes you on a journey through Vietnam’s longer history. Interesting religious sites include Notre Dame Cathedral, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Quan Am Pagoda, and the Central Mosque. Visit the Saigon Skydeck observation platform for a bird’s eye view of the city. Admire the striking Saigon Opera House. Cool down at Dam Sen Water Park, take a day trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels, and experience the pumping nightlife along Pham Ngu Lao Street.

Weather in Ho Chi Minh City

The tropical city is warm year-round. December to April is the dry season, with other months seeing lots of rain and humid conditions.