{"id":6536,"date":"2019-10-12T18:59:30","date_gmt":"2019-10-12T11:59:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/?p=6536"},"modified":"2020-01-03T13:00:41","modified_gmt":"2020-01-03T06:00:41","slug":"nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/","title":{"rendered":"Nightlife in Ho Chi Minh City: What To Do After Dark"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the intense heat and fierce solar rays of the day disappear a new side to Ho Chi Minh City emerges. The coolness of the night brings locals and tourist alike out for rest, relaxation and even for a bit of excitement. Don\u2019t expect to have your mind blown by the nightlife\u00a0in Ho Chi Minh City but rest assured you won&#8217;t be bored.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide will help you discover some of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">coolest things to do in Ho Chi Minh City at night<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It&#8217;ll also introduce some <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/tours\/things-to-do-in-Saigon-at-night.html\">fun things to do at night on a motorbike<\/a> and a few lesser-known places of interest.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#Table_Of_Contents\" >Table Of Contents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Wander_Down_Nguyen_Hue_Boulevard\" >&nbsp;Wander Down Nguyen Hue Boulevard<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Take_an_XO_Motorbike_Tour\" >&nbsp;Take an XO Motorbike Tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_View_the_City_from_the_Saigon_Skyline\" >&nbsp;View the City from the Saigon Skyline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Take_a_Dinner_Cruise\" >&nbsp;Take a Dinner Cruise\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Party_Hard_On_Bui_Vien_Street\" >&nbsp;Party Hard On Bui Vien Street\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Go_Shopping_at_a_Night_Market\" >&nbsp;Go Shopping at a Night Market\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Visit_a_Bar_in_Saigon\" >&nbsp;Visit a Bar in Saigon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Check_Out_Some_Live_Music\" >&nbsp;Check Out Some Live Music<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Check_Out_a_Vietnamese_Night_Club\" >&nbsp;Check Out a Vietnamese Night Club\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Sing_Karaoke\" >&nbsp;Sing Karaoke<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Other_Interesting_Areas_in_HCMC\" >&nbsp;Other Interesting Areas in HCMC\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Japan_Town_District_1\" >&nbsp;Japan Town, District 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Cho_Lon_District_5\" >&nbsp;Cho Lon, District 5<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Thao_Dien_District_2\" >&nbsp;Thao Dien, District 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#_Phu_My_Hung_District_7\" >&nbsp;Phu My Hung, District 7<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#Tips_For_Staying_Safe_at_Night\" >Tips For Staying Safe at Night<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#Bag_and_phone_snatching\" >Bag and phone snatching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#Pickpockets\" >Pickpockets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#Alcohol_and_Fighting\" >Alcohol and Fighting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#Traffic\" >Traffic\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/nightlife-in-ho-chi-minh-city-what-to-do-after-dark\/#Keep_good_company\" >Keep good company<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Popular_Night_Time_Activities_in_Saigon\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"Back\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Popular Night Time Activities in Saigon<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Table_Of_Contents\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Table Of Contents<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>(Please click on the links below to jump directly to the topic you want to explore)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#wander\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Wander Down Nguyen Hue Boulevard<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Motorbike\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Take an XO Motorbike Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#rise\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">View the city from the Saigon skyline<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#cruise\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Take a Dinner Cruise\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#stroll\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Party Hard on Bui Vien Street<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#shop\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Go Shopping at a Night Market<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#visit\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Visit a Bar in Saigon<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#checkout\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Check out Some Live Music<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#go\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Go Clubbing<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#sing\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Sing Karaoke<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Wander_Down_Nguyen_Hue_Boulevard\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"wander\">&nbsp;<\/span>Wander Down Nguyen Hue Boulevard<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6515\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6515\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6515 size-large\" title=\"Plaza at dusk\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image8-1024x615.png\" alt=\"Nguyen Hue St\" width=\"696\" height=\"418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image8-1024x615.png 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image8-300x180.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image8-768x461.png 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image8-696x418.png 696w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image8-1068x641.png 1068w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image8-700x420.png 700w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image8.png 1999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6515\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: houseoftravel.co.nz) Nguyen Hue St and the restaurants and cafes nearby are a great spot to chill out after a big day.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nguyen Hue is the beating heart and centre of Ho Chi Minh City. While it is fairly quiet during daylight hours it becomes a hive of activity by night and is a great place to take a walk or simply just people watch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local youth come here to hang out and <\/span>keen street performers and dancers are often seen showing off their talents. Despite its central location and popularity it still remains a great place to come and ignore the hustle and bustle.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from the street action the area also has some great places to eat and drink. At number 42 Nguyen Hue you\u2019ll find some of the street\u2019s oldest residential buildings, which in recent years have been turned into some of the cities coolest cafes and boutique stores.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Back\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Take_an_XO_Motorbike_Tour\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"Motorbike\">&nbsp;<\/span>Take an X<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">O<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Motorbike Tour<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" title=\"People on motorbikes\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-images-1.medium.com\/max\/2400\/1*WAIOOGf3P0yrorT11rSELg.jpeg\" alt=\"Motorbike night tour\" width=\"696\" height=\"522\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: travelhappy.info) Xo tours are all-female led motorbike tours that showcase some of Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s best food and street life.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes Ho Chi Minh City can be a little overwhelming for visitors to the city. There\u2019s so much to eat and so many motorbikes to navigate through. As they say, \u201cif you can\u2019t beat \u2018em, join \u2018em\u201d. The best way to do that is to take an XO tour that highlights the local nightlife and food culture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">XO&#8217;s Saigon by Night scooter tours will take you far away from the typical tourist traps and to districts that most travellers rarely get to see. These fun guided trips will give you insight into the rapid progress this city has faced and the determined resilience of the friendly locals. The tours also include some tasty local food for dinner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">XO\u2019s world-acclaimed Foodie Tour focuses entirely on the city&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/street-food-culture-in-saigon\/\">scrumptious street food<\/a> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2018nhau culture<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019. Prepare your taste buds to be exposed to flavours from across the entire nation of Vietnam during the evening. Guides will outline and discuss the culinary culture and customs and provide context to what you\u2019re eating. We recommend joining this tour at the beginning of your Vietnam trip if possible as it will surely open up your mind (and taste-buds!) in regard to the variety of street food that is available in Vietnam!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Back\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_View_the_City_from_the_Saigon_Skyline\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"rise\">&nbsp;<\/span>View the City from the Saigon Skyline<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6529\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6529\" style=\"width: 758px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6529\" title=\"Skyscraper and city lights at dusk\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image3-1024x675.png\" alt=\"Bitexco Tower\" width=\"758\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image3-1024x675.png 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image3-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image3-768x506.png 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image3-696x459.png 696w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image3-1068x704.png 1068w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image3-637x420.png 637w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image3.png 1233w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 758px) 100vw, 758px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6529\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: klook.com) Bitexco Financial Tower is a truly iconic building and a great place to view the city from.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The streets are where the Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s nightlife is. However, sometimes it\u2019s good to be able to look at the world from a different perspective. Two of the Saigon&#8217;s tallest buildings house viewing decks but also cafe\u2019s, bars and restaurants.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Landmark 81 isn\u2019t far from downtown and at 462m is Vietnam\u2019s tallest building. It has a public observation deck but at US$35 it\u2019s fairly pricey compared to other attractions. It\u2019s better to have dinner at the Oriental Pearl restaurant to see Ho Chi Minh City at night from this perspective.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitexco Tower is easily the better option. While it\u2019s not as tall as Landmark 81 it is more centrally located and much better value. Aside from the viewing deck, Bitexco also has a bar and a cafe where you can admire the view for free. After buying a drink of course!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Back\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Take_a_Dinner_Cruise\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"cruise\">&nbsp;<\/span>Take a Dinner Cruise\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6512\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6512\" style=\"width: 698px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6512 \" title=\"Boat and city lights\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image5-1024x491.png\" alt=\"Dinner cruise in Saigon\" width=\"698\" height=\"335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image5-1024x491.png 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image5-300x144.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image5-768x368.png 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image5-696x334.png 696w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image5-1068x512.png 1068w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image5-877x420.png 877w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image5.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 698px) 100vw, 698px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6512\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: hanatourist.vip) A dinner cruise is a great way to cool down and see the city from a different perspective.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A popular way to enjoy the city lights is from the breezy decks of an iconic Saigon River dinner cruise. Several companies run cruises from Nha Rong wharf in District 4. It\u2019s only a short distance from Nguyen Hue St but all trips must be booked in advance. Booking on the same day you wish to cruise is usually fine.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dinner is several courses and from a choice of set menus that showcase some of Vietnam\u2019s best dishes. It should be noted that portions are quite small on these cruises. Nevertheless, the astounding view of the colourful lights and tall buildings of downtown Saigon makes up for it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live bands are on most boats and play traditional music for the guests onboard. All ships sail a similar set route for about two hours before the ship docks and the evening ends.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Back\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Party_Hard_On_Bui_Vien_Street\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"stroll\">&nbsp;<\/span>Party Hard On Bui Vien Street\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6544\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6544\" style=\"width: 699px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6544 \" title=\"Men on street at night\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image17.png\" alt=\"Bui Vien Street\" width=\"699\" height=\"466\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6544\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: Toureer.com) Bui Vien is a lively place come nightfall although not exactly family-friendly.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bui Vien St is a hard partying centre for backpackers in Ho Chi Minh City and known for its street life, cheap bars and street snacks. It\u2019s a fairly quiet place during the day but at night it transforms with crowds, street performers and loud music.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s the place to be in Ho Chi Minh City if you want to experience Vietnam&#8217;s \u2018bia hoi\u2019 culture. At night crowds of locals and travellers pull up small plastic chairs and sit beside the busy street together. There are also dozens of bars located that help keep the area lively and partying till dawn.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Bui Vien nightlife attracts large crowds on weekend evenings as the street becomes closed to traffic around 7 pm. This is the latest addition to a growing number of Saigon\u2019s walking streets. Some of the more unusual sights disappear but it becomes a much safer and more enjoyable place.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Back\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Go_Shopping_at_a_Night_Market\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"shop\">&nbsp;<\/span>Go Shopping at a Night Market\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6520\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6520\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6520\" title=\"Night market\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image13-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Night Market\" width=\"696\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image13.png 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image13-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image13-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image13-696x464.png 696w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image13-630x420.png 630w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6520\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: static.trip101.com) Shopping at night can be much more comfortable without the heat of the sun. It also saves more time for sightseeing!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shopping at night in Ho Chi Minh City offers something a little different. Each night after Ben Thanh Market shuts a night market is swiftly erected on the streets outside. These stalls offer a range of goods and souvenirs for those who prefer to shop when it\u2019s cooler.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not far from here is Saigon Square 1. It\u2019s open all day but is more popular at night time. The clothing and products on offer there are usually of a higher quality than other markets and prices won\u2019t be as marked up. In our experience, the vendors at Saigon Square will generally not discount their prices more than 20%.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running west from District 1 is Nguyen Trai Street. Like Ben Thanh\u2019s night market it also comes to life at night. Aside from the brick-and-mortar shops, makeshift stalls and racks turn the pavements into semi-illegal\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">storefronts. This open-air street market area is a popular spot for locals to shop for all types of clothes, hats, shoes, and bags.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Back\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Visit_a_Bar_in_Saigon\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"visit\">&nbsp;<\/span>Visit a Bar in Saigon<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6513\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6513\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6513 size-large\" title=\"Rooftop bar\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image6-1024x561.png\" alt=\"Rooftop bar\" width=\"696\" height=\"381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image6-1024x561.png 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image6-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image6-768x421.png 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image6-696x381.png 696w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image6-1068x585.png 1068w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image6-767x420.png 767w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image6.png 1460w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6513\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: Vietcetera.com) Ho Chi Minh City has some of the best rooftop bars in southeast Asia.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s bar scene has grown exponentially over the last few years. Drinkers are spoilt for choice with countless bars to indulge in your favourite cocktail and watch the city go by.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are dozens of cheap bars in Ho Chi Minh City. They offer good beers and fun environments. However, rooftops are the most popular place for visitors to Saigon to unwind. The cool breeze and interesting perspectives of city life are worth the slightly higher drink prices. Saigon Saigon, Chill, Broma, Not a Bar and The View are some of the Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s most popular rooftop bars.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8220;&#8230; rooftop&#8217;s are the most popular place for Saigon visitors to unwind.&#8221;<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you like beer you\u2019re probably going to pretty happy in Vietnam. It\u2019s cheap, cold and readily found. However, if you want something a little tastier than basic lagers you\u2019re going to want to visit a craft beer pub. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the industry is in its infancy here, there are a few noteworthy venues for good beer in Saigon. East-West Brewery, Pasteur Street Brewery and Heart of Darkness can be pricey but serve a wide variety of tasty brews.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Back\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Check_Out_Some_Live_Music\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"checkout\">&nbsp;<\/span>Check Out Some Live Music<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6516\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6516\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6516\" title=\"Live music\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image9.png\" alt=\"Live music\" width=\"696\" height=\"391\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image9.png 620w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image9-300x168.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6516\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: traveller.com.au) Ho Chi Minh City has some excellent live music venues. Some can get pretty crowded but for music fans are worth visiting.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnamese love listening to good music and there are several decent venues for live music in Ho Chi Minh City. Yoko Bar is one of the city\u2019s most popular venues for live music. The cosy cafe-come-bar has plenty of seating and attracts a wide variety of artists from around the world. Their line-up is always changing so best to check with them to see what\u2019s on.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acoustic Bar and Rock Fan Club have huge cult followings with Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s rock lovers. They\u2019re super popular venues and host some of the most talented local rock artists. House bands are usually seen on centre stage but they also host some touring groups from time to time. A word of warning that they can both get crowded, loud and pretty smoky. Very rock and roll!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sax \u2018n Art is a centrally located jazz lounge. It attracts some amazing musicians and is reputedly the best place for jazz in Vietnam. It never gets overcrowded here and the cover-charge and the drinks are reasonably priced.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Back\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Check_Out_a_Vietnamese_Night_Club\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"go\">&nbsp;<\/span>Check Out a Vietnamese Night Club\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6528\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6528\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6528 size-large\" title=\"Crowded nightclub\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image16-1024x546.png\" alt=\"Crowded nightclub\" width=\"696\" height=\"371\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image16-1024x546.png 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image16-300x160.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image16-768x409.png 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image16-696x371.png 696w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image16-1068x569.png 1068w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image16-788x420.png 788w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image16.png 1409w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6528\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: vietnamguide.com) Vietnam has some excellent clubs to enjoy a drink and dance the night away.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At night you\u2019ll usually find most locals enjoying life at the cafes and bars that line the city\u2019s streets. Increasingly, however, many young Vietnamese also enjoy a unique style nightclub that can only be described as &#8220;Vietnamese.&#8221; For those who have have some extra cash, this has become the ultimate way to parade their new status. Luckily there are some cool clubs in Ho Chi Minh City that open till the wee morning hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Lush nightclub<\/strong> is probably the most popular and well-known club in Saigon. They run special nights and discounts throughout the week and regularly hosts international DJ\u2019s.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Apocalypse Now<\/strong> has been around for years and is an icon of the local club scene. It\u2019s mainly frequented by tourists and expats and has impressive and very locally-themed decor. Republic, Evy and Gossip clubs are also particularly noteworthy for their energy and atmosphere.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a truly local twist on clubbing head to one\u00a0<\/span>Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s\u00a0many beer\u00a0clubs. Beer clubs are often fronted by a DJ blasting out local and foreign dance tunes. Punters take their seats at a table and share a beer tower with their friends. Those who wish to, simply stand up and dance near their tables. Beer clubs have a more casual environment and mixed clientele compared with traditional night clubs.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Back\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Sing_Karaoke\"><\/span><span id=\"sing\">&nbsp;<\/span>Sing Karaoke<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6514\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6514\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6514\" title=\"Family singing karaoke\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image7.png\" alt=\"Family singing karaoke\" width=\"696\" height=\"441\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image7.png 638w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image7-300x190.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6514\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: theguide.vneconomictimes.com) Singing in Vietnam is about sharing yourself and your time and with others.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No trip to Vietnam or serious list about nightlife in Ho Chi Minh City is complete without Karaoke. Most venues have large lists of foreign and particularly western songs. If you\u2019re a little shy don\u2019t worry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Karaoke rooms are private, there is no stage and the audio is tuned to make you sound even better. Additionally, you also get a dedicated waiter to keep refreshments flowing.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0We recommend checking with each venue individually if you want to karaoke throughout the night because closing times vary and rooms are usually\u00a0charged on an hourly basis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Back\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Other_Interesting_Areas_in_HCMC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"content\">&nbsp;<\/span>Other Interesting Areas in HCMC\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#Japan\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Japan Town<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, District 1<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"Cho\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Cho Lon, District 5<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"Thao\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Thao Dien, District 2<\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"Phu\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">Phu My Hung, District 7<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Japan_Town_District_1\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"Japan\">&nbsp;<\/span>Japan Town, District 1<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6518\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6518\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6518 size-large\" title=\"Gate and lanterns\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image11-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Entrance to Japan Town HCMC\" width=\"696\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image11-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image11-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image11-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image11-696x464.png 696w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image11-1068x712.png 1068w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image11-630x420.png 630w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image11.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6518\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: luxstay.com) Blink and you may just miss one of the few entrances into Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s lively Japan Town.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As night falls, the narrow and photographic alleys in Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s Japanese precinct come to life. This small area is not far from downtown Saigon and the city\u2019s more touristy areas but blink and you\u2019ll miss it. The only hint is several Japanese restaurants on Le Thanh Ton Street and some lanterns hanging above a gateway.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This area spreads inside a hidden network of alleys and is home to the best sushi and udon restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City. Many members of the city\u2019s large Japanese expat community come here to relax and socialize after work. This area is also known for its friendly pubs and girly bars.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Cho_Lon_District_5\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"Cho\">&nbsp;<\/span>Cho Lon, District 5<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6519\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6519\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6519 \" title=\"Lion dance\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image12.png\" alt=\"Lion dance\" width=\"696\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image12.png 800w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image12-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image12-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image12-696x463.png 696w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image12-632x420.png 632w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6519\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: vntrip.vn) Cho Lon is the beating heart of Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s Chinese culture and cuisine. If you can visit here when there is a special holiday on, do it!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cho Lon is also known as Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s Chinatown and is a popular area for tourists to explore out during the day. The ancient pagodas and markets shut in the evenings, apart from special holidays, but there are other attractions here after dark. Cho Lon isn\u2019t about clubs and bars but street life, food and unique historical architecture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The streets and shops are decorated differently and hawkers and street stalls offer something different. The cuisine here is a mix of Chinese and Vietnamese flavours using alternative herbs and cooking methods. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cho Lon is famous to locals for its Peking Duck which you\u2019ll see hanging in windows everywhere. Make sure you also save room for congee and wonton noodle soup!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This district is also known for its old architecture which is highly decorative and unique to this quarter. It\u2019s easier to see these structures during the day but at night there is more atmosphere as families have returned home.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Thao_Dien_District_2\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"Thao\">&nbsp;<\/span>Thao Dien, District 2<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6521\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6521\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6521\" title=\"Courtyard at night\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image14.png\" alt=\"Restaurant Thao Dien\" width=\"696\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image14.png 550w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image14-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6521\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: tripadvisor.com) Thao Dien has some nifty hidden precincts for eating.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thao Dien is a ward of District 2 of Ho Chi Minh City known for its large expat community. Located beside the Hanoi Highway it\u2019s easy to access and about a 20-minute taxi ride from the centre of town.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s hard to look past this area if you\u2019re looking for somewhere different to spend an evening. There are dozens of quality restaurants serving international and Vietnamese cuisine. Some are large and devoid of atmosphere while others are small and cosy. Prices here also have a wide range so best to do specific research online first.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As one might imagine, this area is also home to loads of foreign styled bars. Beer choices are pretty similar to other parts of the city but music, sports on TV and atmosphere in this pub is very western. Bars here also serve a good range of western food from gastro style to classic pub-grub.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Phu_My_Hung_District_7\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span id=\"Phu\">&nbsp;<\/span>Phu My Hung, District 7<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6511\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6511\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6511\" title=\"Bridge at night with lights\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image4.png\" alt=\"Starlight bridge HCMC\" width=\"696\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image4.png 600w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image4-300x190.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6511\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: itour.vn) The Crescent and the Starlight Bridge are well-known attractions that remain off the mainstream tourist radar.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This area of town is one of the more modern parts of the city. Saigon South or \u201cLittle Singapore\u201d, as some refer to it, is located in the southern reaches of District 7.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Villas and modern apartment complexes line its wide and relatively quiet streets. Another characteristic of this neighbourhood is the large parks and green areas integrated in the developments.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crescent Mall and The Crescent area with its fancy restaurants and bars are big attractions for locals. However, it\u2019s the spectacular Starlight Bridge (&#8220;Ho Ban Nguyet&#8221; for your taxi driver) that remains the jewel in the crown and main drawcard of this complex.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"_ps2id\" href=\"#content\" data-ps2id-offset=\"\">[BACK TO CONTENTS]<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_For_Staying_Safe_at_Night\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tips For Staying Safe at Night<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6509\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6509\" style=\"width: 680px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6509 size-full\" title=\"Walking couple\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image2.png\" alt=\"HCMC at night walking\" width=\"680\" height=\"443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image2.png 680w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image2-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image2-645x420.png 645w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6509\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: vnexpress.net) Ho Chi Minh City is a relatively safe city yet there still are precautions which one must take to ensure they stay out of harm&#8217;s way.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As far as big cities go around the globe Ho Chi Minh City is a relatively safe city and there\u2019s little violent crime towards locals and tourists. However, there are certain things you should be aware of. Here are some measures you should take to avoid danger and crime at night:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bag_and_phone_snatching\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bag and phone snatching<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bag and phone snatchings in Ho Chi Minh City are unfortunately fairly common in the busiest and most central parts of the city. Most people think it won\u2019t happen to them. Even the most seasoned travellers get caught unaware by the swiftness of a passing motorbike.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to avoid your phone being stolen is to leave it at home unless needed. If you must use a phone don\u2019t use it on the street or make sure you use it in a protected area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8220;Even the most seasoned travellers get caught unaware by the swiftness of a passing motorbike.&#8221;<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you must carry a bag with you at night carry then keep it on your front. Avoid shoulder bags as they are the ones that are targeted by thieves. Disregarding your stuff, the injuries from an attempted bag snatching can be horrific.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pickpockets\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pickpockets <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6522\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6522\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6522 size-large\" title=\"Pickpocket steals wallet\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image15-1024x366.png\" alt=\"Pickpocket steals wallet\" width=\"696\" height=\"249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image15-1024x366.png 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image15-300x107.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image15-768x274.png 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image15-696x249.png 696w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image15-1068x381.png 1068w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image15-1176x420.png 1176w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image15.png 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6522\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: usuda\/shutterstock) Avoid pickpockets by leaving unnecessary items and cash at home.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick-pockets hang around crowded and noisy areas such as markets, bars and events. They are particularly drawn to tourists as they have cash and are usually distracted from their belongings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best pickpockets out there can easily open zippers or buttons without you noticing. They can also see where your wallet is from the way you keep checking to see if it\u2019s still there!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Locks on bags are a good idea to prevent pickpockets in crowds but it\u2019s still better to avoid. The Vietnamese have a saying that if you don\u2019t want to lose something then leave it at home.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alcohol_and_Fighting\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol and Fighting <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6526\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6526\" style=\"width: 672px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6526 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image19.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"672\" height=\"504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image19.png 672w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image19-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image19-80x60.png 80w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image19-265x198.png 265w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image19-560x420.png 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6526\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Source: itchyfeetonthecheap.com) When under the influence of alcohol even the most minor altercation can rapidly escalate into something more serious.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Everywhere in the world where people are drinking there is a higher risk of arguments or fights. Avoid this anywhere but particularly in Vietnam. The Vietnamese are far from violent people and if someone is going to challenge you it\u2019s probably not the kinda guy (or gal) you want to get involved with.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s rare, but if an argument breaks out things can escalate pretty quickly. If you\u2019re a foreigner giving a local a hard time then you may find yourself out-numbered pretty quickly.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Traffic\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traffic\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6508\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6508\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6508 size-large\" title=\"Traffic lights roundabout\" src=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Traffic at night in HCMC\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image1.png 1024w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image1-696x392.png 696w, https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/image1-747x420.png 747w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6508\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(source: homeiswhereyourbagis.com) Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s traffic is a highlight of the city can also be incredibly dangerous.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s highlights also happens to be one of its biggest dangers. We\u2019d never tell you to avoid the street life but care must be taken and particularly so after dark.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visibility is more difficult at night for riders and drivers. Although the streets are well-lit there are always dark corners and more blind spots. Cross at lights whenever possible and always wait for a decent break or for the traffic to come to a stop.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the night gets later the streets get quieter but still have dangers. Faster speeds and sometimes drunk riders add additional concerns. Enjoy the streets but remain aware. Even enjoy being on a motorbike yourself but make sure you\u2019re with a responsible rider.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_good_company\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep good company<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If going out in Ho Chi Minh City at night, particularly after midnight, it\u2019s highly recommended that you don\u2019t go alone. Go with a friend or family member. Not only will you be able to help each other out but there\u2019s always more safety in numbers.\u00a0 Should you insist on flying solo, be sure to check out our safety post for <a href=\"https:\/\/xotours.vn\/blog\/solo-female-traveling-vietnam\/\">female solo travellers to Vietnam<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ho Chi Minh Cit<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">y\u2019s nightlife and entertainment make it an incredibly fun place to be. It&#8217;s unrivalled by any other city in Vietnam. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a variety of different activities to suit most desires and budgets, make sure you get out and make the most of Ho Chi Minh City by night.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>For more essential tips about how to stay safe in Vietnam, check out our popular posts below.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the intense heat and fierce solar rays of the day disappear a new side to Ho Chi Minh City emerges. The coolness of the night brings locals and tourist alike out for rest, relaxation and even for a bit of excitement. 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