[2025 Ho Chi Minh City Attraction] Travel Guide for Bui Vien (Updated Jun)

We visited Saigon Central Post Office, and it felt like stepping into a piece of history! The grand colonial architecture, intricate details, and vintage telephone booths make it a fantastic place for photos. The best time to visit is early in the morning to avoid the crowds and capture the beautiful interior without too many people. We explored the area outside as well, where you can get a great shot with the iconic yellow facade. Highly recommend stopping by! ✉️📸 📍 Address: 2 Công xã Paris, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam We explored Bùi Viện Walking Street, a place that truly comes alive at night! The neon lights, bustling crowds, and lively atmosphere make for dynamic and colorful night photography. The best time to visit is after 7 PM when the street is fully lit up, and the energy is at its peak. I would recommend capturing the street performances and the vibrant nightlife vibes—it’s an experience like no other! 🌃🎶 📍 Address: Bùi Viện, Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam We would recommend visiting Landmark 81 Skyview for breathtaking panoramic views of the city. We went in the late afternoon and stayed until sunset—the transition from day to night was absolutely stunning. The glass observation deck offers incredible photo opportunities, whether you’re capturing the skyline or taking a stylish reflection shot. It’s the perfect place for a high-rise cityscape experience! 🌆✨ 📍 Address: Landmark 81, 720A Điện Biên Phủ, Phường 22, Bình Thạnh, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam #vietnamtrip #travel #Vacation

#magicalxmastrip Christmas in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) offers a vibrant blend of traditional Vietnamese culture and global holiday festivities. While Vietnam doesn’t widely celebrate Christmas as a religious event, the city embraces it as a joyful occasion, making it a delightful destination during the holiday season. The streets are adorned with sparkling lights, especially around District 1, where landmarks like Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office take center stage. The nearby pedestrian street, Nguyễn Huệ, becomes a festive hotspot, with giant Christmas trees, interactive light displays, and themed decorations that attract locals and tourists alike. Shopping malls such as Vincom Center and Takashimaya go all out with lavish holiday decor and festive sales. Additionally, Phạm Ngũ Lão Street and Bùi Viện in the backpacker district offer a livelier Christmas vibe, featuring street performances and parties. Local bakeries and cafes embrace the season by selling Christmas-themed treats, including decorated cakes and pastries. Restaurants and hotels often serve special Christmas menus, blending Western and Vietnamese flavors. One unique highlight is the cultural fusion; families and friends gather for photoshoots in front of elaborately decorated churches and public spaces, capturing the joyous spirit of the season. Midnight Mass at major churches, like Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, draws crowds, regardless of their faith. In Saigon, Christmas is less about tradition and more about celebration and community. It’s an immersive, colorful experience filled with lights, music, and culinary delights, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a unique take on the holiday season.

#SoutheastAsiaTravel #HoChiMinh #HoChiMinhTravel #VietnamHoChiMinh #HoChiMinhRestaurant #HoChiMinhTravelerStreetRestaurant #BunChaRestaurant #HoChiMinhRestaurantRecommendation 🇻🇳 Vietnam Ho Chi Minh Restaurant Bún Chả 145😍 🚩 Address: 145 Đ. Bùi Viện, Phuong Pha M Ngũ Lao, District 1, Tành Phố Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam ⏰ Business hours: 12:00 ~ 21:30 Bún Chả 145, famous for its bun cha, is located on the tourist street (Bui Vien Walking Street) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam It looks modern, but it is decorated with old items, so it seems like it doesn't go together, but it does, and the atmosphere is good😍 Bun cha with charcoal-grilled meat marinated in nuoc mam sauce, Nem Lan, which is filled with vegetables and minced meat and has a crispy exterior, and a dessert of frozen bananas wrapped in green rice and fried, and even the banana fritters that you dip in chocolate It was all delicious, so it was a really great Ho Chi Minh restaurant👍🏻

As the economy takes off, towering commercial and office buildings rush to the heart of the city. The Western architectural aesthetics retained from the colonial period are not suitable for the crisscrossing cables on both sides of the streets, which look like an artist's accidentally straying into an incongruous installation art. It turns out that this Vietnamese custom and folkways can awaken the people's simple and down-to-earth spirit. Stepping into the Mekong River, putting on a fancy bamboo hat and boarding a bamboo raft, the female boatman pushed the oars skillfully and steadily, and she was just short of humming a leisurely song. The reward for the labor was precious. The tip was handed over with the awkward Vietnamese word "cảm ơn" pronounced like "gratitude" in Taiwanese. Suddenly, there was no barrier between language and culture, and it was extremely cordial. I don’t know how to describe my love for Southeast Asia, why it still brings me comfort despite doing everything in one small corner. #Ho Chi Minh City #Ho Chi Minh City #Cu Chi Tunnels #Ho Chi Minh City Central Post Office #Ben Thanh Market #Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral #Ho Chi Minh City Book Street #Coffee Apartment #Reunification Palace #Mekong River

#VietnamTravel VietnamTravel Mexican food in Ho Chi Minh ✨️nonlaguys✨️ is a Mexican restaurant opened by a Korean on Bu Bien Street. Tacos and quesadillas are popular menu items, and there are also dishes using Korean bulgogi and kimchi. French fries are also served, so they go well with alcohol. It is more popular with Americans and Europeans than locals, and the reasonable price and generous portions are appealing. Of all the beers I drank while traveling in Ho Chi Minh, the beer I drank here was the most delicious... 🎯40/24 Đ. Bùi Viện, Pường Pạm Ngũ Lao, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000 Vietnam #VietnamRestaurants #HoChiMinh #HoChiMinhTravel

How to get there: Bui Vien Attraction: Walking Street Hotel: There are many hotels nearby, but I don't recommend staying nearby because it's noisy. Recommended food & restaurants: Bun Cha, rice noodles, etc. There are various clubs and bars on Walking Street. It's a tourist street, so it's noisy and fun with lots of people and things to see. ㅎㅎㅎ #Vietnam #WalkingStreet #HoChiMinhCity #BuiVien

Bui Vien Walking Street is like a miniature Khao San Road. The length of the street is similar to Khao San Road but the street is wider. There is a chill-out area that is not a pub on another street, similar to Soi Bang Lamphu. There are restaurants selling seafood, Indian restaurants, and street food such as grilled squid. The price of beer here is 5 times more expensive than in supermarkets. Beer in Vietnam costs about 23 baht per can, but if you eat in a shop on the street, the price will be 130 baht. The music is so-so. The food here is tourist-priced but still cheaper than in Thailand. Vietnamese women are very beautiful. #TravelAbroad #YouCanTravelAlone #VietnamTravel #Ho Chi Minh CityTravel #nightlife

Traveling to Southeast Asia in the winter seems really nice. When I go to a warm country on a cold day, my heart feels really warm. ㅎㅎㅎㅎ I exchange dollars and change them to dong. And Grab is a must! Grab is all you need. ㅎㅎ Oh, I like coffee shops. ㅎㅎ#Ho-cation #CafeRecommendation

A delicious restaurant located on Bui Vien Walking Street Thanh Cao Restaurant You can order a variety of foods from Mexican to Asian A delicious restaurant, I ate there for my last dinner #VietnamTravel

I got a short trip to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam for actually an English test. But I sneaked out for some historical places and got so overwhelmed by what was shown there. It was really sad but so proud that it shedded my tears. Unluckily, when I came to The Independence Palace, it was closed due to some reasons we didn’t know. Bui Vien walking street is famous for nighty night with pubs and bars. So it’s not surprised to see full of beer/ wine clubs along the street. Ben Thanh market, everything is so expensive there. 🥹 I guess it’s for tourism so we only could eat a desserts there and not able to buy anything else. I would love to come there again though since there are many places I haven’t gone to yet. #bucketlistreboot

#VietnamTravel Today, let's try changing the atmosphere by walking around Bui Vien Street during the day. This area and Pham Ngu Lao are considered to be a famous pub, bar and nightlife area of ​​Ho Chi Minh City, no different from Khao San Road in our country. There are many budget hotels in this area. Backpackers like to stay in this area. In the past, we were one of them, but the disadvantage of staying here is that it is noisy at night, so we moved to stay in other areas. For those who like to party and drink, I recommend finding a place to stay in this area.

#citypassguide #vietnam #hochiminhcity 1. Bùi Viện Walking Street * Saigon’s version of Khao San Road (Thailand) * Neon lights, bustling nightlife, street bars * Great for night photography, chaotic energy shots, and crowd portraits 2. Turtle Lake (Hồ Con Rùa) – District 3 * More of a gathering square than a lake, with a unique circular fountain * Popular with local youth in the evenings * Great for street snacks and authentic Saigon vibes 3. Thu Thiem Bridge / Saigon River * Skyline sunset views * Perfect for couple shots, drone videos, or fashion portraits 4. Alleyway Murals – District 5 / Chợ Lớn (Chinatown) * Murals and traditional Chinese architecture hidden in backstreets * Rich in Hoa (ethnic Chinese) cultural elements * Great for cultural photography away from tourist crowds

Bùi Viện bursts with neon life—bars, street food, live tunes and global flavors. It’s Saigon’s backpacker heart, buzzing each night with laughter, music and energy. Crowds and occasional rowdiness bring chaos, but the thrill and multicultural vibe make it a must‑visit.Just be mindful of pickpockets and party responsibly—it’s wild but unforgettable!

#earthdayjourney #buivien #hochiminh Bui Vien Walking Street, a nightlife tourist attraction in Saigon, is an ideal venue for Western guests and young Saigonese to come to eat and hang out every time they go down the street. Bui Vien street is so-called “Western Street” (Pho Tay) referring to its Western culture-orientated features. Before becoming a walking city, Bui Vien street was crowded with backpackers coming here to have fun, try unfamiliar cuisines and explore a new place during their trip to Saigon.

A street full of nighttime charm, Bui Vien Street in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam This is the representative nightlife street of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, ‘Bui Vien Street’, filled with colorful neon signs, people’s laughter, and music. It is impressive to see travelers from all over the world gather to enjoy the night, freely strolling the street, and enjoying various foods and drinks. Clubs, bars, and restaurants line both sides of the street, and store employees welcome customers and add to the liveliness. The energy here reaches its peak with the heat of summer nights, and travelers’ faces are filled with excitement and joy. In particular, the exotic atmosphere and gorgeous lights combine to make the night of the travel destination special. This is more than just a place for entertainment; it is a special space where cultures mix and people come together.

📍Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam🇻🇳 Bui Vien Walking Street (Bùi Viện, Phường Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam) 🕰️Opening hours: 24 hours Tourists who come to Ho Chi Minh City will definitely visit here. There are many restaurants here and it is lively at night. You will feel like you are in Vietnam just by walking around. #0yentravelFebruary2025 #Vietnamtrip #Vietnamtourism #HoChiMinhtourism

#OverseasTravelStrategy Recommended if you have time. Trip from Kansai Airport to Ho Chi Minh via Guangzhou. On the way there, I had a transit until the next morning, so I booked a hotel for one night, went shopping in Guangzhou, and took a walk to Beijing Road by subway. It was easy to use the subway, so it was no problem even for the first time. I recommend airport transfers from each airport to the hotel and from the hotel to the airport. You will be picked up at the exit, so you don't have to worry even if you have a lot of luggage. The next morning, I went to Ho Chi Minh right away. Immigration at Tan Son Nhat Airport was extremely crowded and took exactly one hour. It was a waste of time. But in Ho Chi Minh, the shuttle waited for me at the exit, so I didn't have to worry. I was able to keep the airfare down, so I stayed at Sedona Suites in Ho Chi Minh. It was very clean and well located, just a short walk from Ben Thanh Market, and Saigon Square was right in front of me. The breakfast was also great. After enjoying two days in Ho Chi Minh, I returned home via Guangzhou. I had a transit of one and a half hours on the way back, but I was able to transfer smoothly. This time I flew with China Southern Airlines round trip, and there was plenty of room for checked baggage, so I was relieved. Of course, in-flight meals were also included.

🇻🇳Ho Chi Minh City CityWalk｜Photography check-in ➕ Food and shopping guide 📷Photography: 1️⃣Figure 2 🏠: Pink Church 📍：Tân Định Catholic Church 2️⃣Figure 3-4 🏠: Ola Hale-Restaurant & Bar (the restaurant next to Picture 2) 🈺：10:00-00:00 3️⃣ Figure 5-7 🏠: Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts 📍：Bảo tàng Mỹ thuật 🈺：08:00-17:00 4️⃣ Figure 8 🏠: Statue of President Ho Chi Minh + People's Committee You can come and see it morning and night 5️⃣Figure 9 🏠: Saigon Central Post Office 🈺：07:30-18:00 6️⃣ Figure 10 🏠：Landmark 81 Skyland night view ⚠️On-site purchases can only be paid in cash❗️ It is recommended to compare the on-site price and Ctrip to see which is cheaper. I bought it on Ctrip for ¥20 cheaper There are super fun VR games and photo printing 7️⃣ Figure 11 🏠: Cầu Ba Son Thu Thien Bridge - ☕️Coffee shop: 1️⃣ Figure 12-13 Must-try ❗️Vietnamese egg coffee, iced is better than hot 🏠：Little HaNoi Egg Coffee 🈺：07:00-21:30 2️⃣ Figure 14 Must-try ❗️Vietnamese coconut coffee Wartime decoration, waiters are all in military uniforms 🏠: Cộng Cà Phê 🈺：07:00-22:30 - 🍜Food: Figure 15: ↖️ Vietnamese pancake 🏠: Bếp Mẹ Ỉn ↗️Beef Pho, Seafood Pho, Spring Rolls 🏠: Phở 2000 ↙️Broken rice Com tam, roast pork + spring roll rice noodles 🏠: Barbecue rice noodles (street stall) ↘️Vietnamese bread: Bánh Mì Huynh Hoa 🍽️Vietnamese carrot cake (can’t fit in the picture)🏠: Bột Chiên Đạt Thành - 🛍️Shopping: 1️⃣ Figure 16 🏠: Chợ Bến Thành Market A famous market, full of Vietnamese characteristics, remember to bargain 2️⃣ Figure 17 🏠: Bui Vien Pedestrian Street Bar Street, where young people gather, is very lively at night - 🚶Others: Figure 18: ↖️Park Hyatt Saigon ↗️Independence Palace (🈺: 08:00-15:30) ↙️Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon ↘️The Cafe Apartment - 🚌Travel: Grab taxi + walking 👌

Bui Vien Street is a very prosperous and fun place to spend time. There are also some great Vietnamese restaurants in the back alleys, so be sure to check them out!!

Getting There - Vietjet Attractions - Ho Chi Minh square, War remnant museum, Central post office, Ben Thanh market, Bui Vien street and random wet market in district 1. Hotels - Chill suites Food & Restaurants - Little Hanoi, The Wagon Wheeler, Madam Win(Banh Mi), The Vagabond patisserie and random stall which we came across that sell dog meat. Shopping - Takashimaya Saigon and The cafe apartment

Ho Chi Minh tourist street. I visited a little early the first day, around 6 o'clock, and the second day, after 8 o'clock, and it was a whole new world. It seems like all the pretty girls in Vietnam are here. They dance, the music is thumping, there are various colorful lights, live music, and various foods.

It was really awesome to grab a bottle of beer in Bui Vien walking street and immerse to its vibrant music.

Bui Vien is famous for attracting many tourists and has attractive services. Open all night.

A restaurant with great food, good location, and easy access. It’s Cua Bui Vien! If you’ve come to Bui Vien without any particular plan and don’t know where to go, I recommend you visit there at least once!

Bue Vien Street in Ho Chi Minh City is colorful, noisy, complex and fun.

#HotelAccommodationEvent At night, Bui Vien Walking Street transforms 180 degrees completely different from now. In the afternoon, this very quiet street becomes a dazzling and wonderful space that prepares for the night and provides entertainment. Please come and visit us ~

Walking and taking photos on the pedestrian street. It was hot but windy. You can see the Ho Chi Minh City Hall. There was a beer tasting event on the weekend. I drank until I was almost drunk. At night, I went to Buo Vien Bar Street. #bui vien #saigon #hochiminhcity

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People often say "If you come to Ho Chi Minh City and don't go to Bui Vien, you don't understand anything about Ho Chi Minh City". Indeed, Bui Vien Western Street is one of the bustling places worth exploring and having fun. The whole Bui Vien Street is full of entertainment spots, bars and pups that attract many tourists and locals. Sitting on the sidewalk, enjoying a beer, immersing yourself in the vibrant music, watching beautiful women is really chill. Come and feel it🥰