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⭐️ Saigon Sites and Stories - Free Walking Tour

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English
Quality Verified Registered on February 18, 2022

Hello, We are Momo Travel, A group of Vietnamese with different backgrounds as Tour Guides, Teachers, NGO worker who speak fluent English and love to share our culture with people from all over the world. We've created these unique experiences from our Heart-Head-Hand of walking around the Old Town, trying Vietnamese foods, learn about the local life in a most fun-interactive way to bring travelers an authentic experience. We are open-minded and happy to host you. Join our tour we will discover Vietnam hidden gems together. Let's explore Vietnam like never before!

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    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
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Tour description

 

Welcome to Saigon! 

 

Join us on this walking tour while strolling to significant landmarks and hidden spots that every first-time visitor to Saigon (or even Vietnam) needs to know. 

 

You’ll gain a better understanding of the city and the country through diving deep into local cultures and stories known only to the locals. But we don’t stop there; go beyond the standard narratives by sharing contemporary insights, and observations to provide you with a well-rounded perspective. 

 

Here are the places we’ll visit on this tour: 

 

🍃Former Manufacturer of Opium 

🏛️ Saigon Opera House 

🗽 Ho Chi Minh Statue 

🕵️ The Secret CIA Building 

☕ Cong Coffee 

📮 Saigon Post Office 

⛪ Notre Dame Cathedral 

🏰 Independence Palace 

 

We highly recommend joining this tour upon your arrival in town. As a special treat, at the tour’s conclusion, we’ll send you a PDF packed with local recommendations for food, activities, rooftop bars, etc. 

 

Don’t miss out on this exhilarating journey through Saigon’s past, present, and future! Book now for an unforgettable experience! 🎉 

 

Meeting point: 74 Hai Ba Trung Str., (The Manufacture Courtyard Gate) Our guides are recognized with a blue paper fan, passcode: Momo 

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    74 Hai Bà Trưng, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Hồ...
    74 Hai Bà Trưng, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
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    In front of The Manufacture Courtyard Gate (Look out for the blue paper fan!)

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    Free admission
    The Manufacturer Courtyard

    The Manufacture Courtyard is a historic site that originally served as an opium refinery known as "La Manufacture d’Opium," established in 1881 and had been changed to the "red light district" of Saigon in 1974

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    Outside visit
    Ho Chi Minh City Opera House

    The Saigon Opera House is a prominent example of French colonial architecture in Ho Chi Minh City, completed in 1900. This historic venue has served various roles throughout its history, including a temporary shelter during the Vietnam War and a legislative assembly, before being restored to its original purpose as a cultural performance space to host a variety of shows, including the acclaimed A O Show.

  • 3
    Outside visit
    Ho Chi Minh Statue
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon

    Marvel at the grandeur of this iconic French colonial-era church, a symbol of Saigon's rich history and cultural heritage.

  • 5
    Outside visit
    People's Committee Building

    The Saigon People's Committee Building, originally known as Hôtel de Ville, is reminiscent of the Hôtel de Ville in Paris. After the reunification of Vietnam in 1975, it was repurposed as the headquarters for the People's Committee, symbolizing the transition from colonial rule to an independent government.

  • 6
    Outside visit
    Cộng Cà Phê

    Stop at the coffee apartment to grab a drink (optional) and learn more about local gastronomy culture.

  • 7
    Outside visit
    22 Lý Tự Trọng

    Back to the last days of the Vietnam War with a photo of the helicopter on a secret building.

  • 8
    Free admission
    Sai Gon Central Post Office

    Step into a time capsule of architectural splendor, where colonial charm meets bustling modernity, in this functioning post office adorned with stunning interior design.

  • 9
    Outside visit
    Independence Palace

    The iconic building, originally the presidential palace, features elegant 1960s architecture and used to be labelled as "The White House" in Vietnam

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 20 people.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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