Saigon is a great place for street photographers. Any of the parks or markets are great in the early morning. Some of my favorite spots include: Sculpture park September 23 Park Chinatown Flower Market Japan Town Saigon is a great…
Established in 1864, the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens as Vietnam‘s largest and oldest zoo, covering over 20 hectares in central Ho Chi Minh City. It was founded during the French colonial period and combines animals with historical architecture and…
Ta Cu is a Buddhist temple built on a small mountain south of Phan Thiet city. It is accessed by tram or a long hike. Even for those taking the tram there are a number of stairs particularly leading to…
Phan Thiet is at its heart a fishing port. With one of the larger fleets in the area there are lots of photo opportunities. Along the river in the morning you will see fisherman and their wives repairing the nets.…
A really interesting building with everything an urban archeologist could ask for. Complete with grit, graffiti, old spiral staircase and even an all dressed up speakeasy bar — SnuffBox. It’s a good place to go during the mid-day harsh light…
Tan Dinh, “The Pink Church” is a fixture for the Instagram crowd. The hop-on/hop-off bus will stop here. Tan Dinh Church Address: 289 Hai Ba Trung Street, Tan Dinh Ward, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Hours: Daily 5:00 AM…
Musulman Mosque 101 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City This is a bit of a surprise for many to find in the heart of Saigon. In District 1 near the Sheraton hotel it has many quiet…
Mui Ne is a coastal resort town within easy reach from Saigon by bus or train. It is a meccas for kite surfers and other action sport enthusiasts. Some of the top attractions include: White Sanda Beach Red Sands Beach…
Another wonderful example of French colonial architecture, the Saigon Museum of Fine Arts is a striking yellow colonial-era mansion. The building is set back from the street and can be nicely framed by the wrought-iron gates. The bright yellow facade contrasts…
Japan Town in Saigon, centered around Le Thanh Ton Street in District 1, has a unique blend of Japanese and Vietnamese urban culture. It’s a compact neighborhood, spanning roughly 4-5 blocks. Lots of sushi bars and a nice mix of…