2025 Ben Thanh Market Area Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

🚆Finally, we get the metro in the city! The timing couldn’t have been more perfect, as it debuted during the bustling holiday season, when streets are typically jam-packed with traffic and everyone seems to be in a race against time. We started from Ben Thanh Market station to Suoi Tien station, stepped onto the sleek, brightly-lit platform for the first time, there was an undeniable energy in the air—a mixture of curiosity and excitement. The platform was not as crowded as expected because the metro was still in the experiment time before officially launching on Dec.22. It was as if the metro ushered in not just a new mode of transportation but a change in the city’s rhythm itself. #holidayseason #experience #localguides

Ben Thanh Market, located in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, is a representative market in Ho Chi Minh City, bustling with locals and tourists. This market, which has everything from food and clothes to miscellaneous goods and souvenirs, is a great place to experience Vietnamese culture and life. Here are some of the attractions and points to note about Ben Thanh Market! 1. A huge market where you can find everything✨ Ben Thanh Market is a vast market with hundreds of stores lined up. The market is lined with a variety of items, from fresh ingredients and fruits to Asian spices, handmade crafts and clothing, so you can enjoy just looking around. It's also a great spot to look for souvenirs! 2. Enjoy local food🍜 There is also a food area in the market where you can enjoy Vietnamese cuisine, where you can taste local gourmet foods such as pho, banh mi, and spring rolls on the spot. Since it is also used by locals, the prices are reasonable and you can enjoy the authentic taste. Since you eat in a stall style, you can experience a more Vietnamese food culture! 3. Vibrant atmosphere Another attraction of Ben Thanh Market is its liveliness! The market is always crowded with people, and there is an energetic atmosphere. You can enjoy sightseeing while getting a glimpse into the lives of local people, so you will have an experience that goes beyond just shopping. 4. Enjoy bargaining 🤔 Price negotiation is possible at many stores in Ben Thanh Market. Bargaining is a common part of Vietnamese culture, so try to negotiate well and enjoy shopping at a good price. Shopping while enjoying conversation with a little English and gestures will also be a memory of your trip. 【⚠️Points to note】 1. Be careful about your belongings 💰 The market is often very crowded, so be careful of pickpockets. Hold your bag and wallet tightly and be careful not to leave your valuables outside. 2. Be careful about the price Prices are often set for tourists, so you may be offered a higher price from the beginning. There is room for negotiation, so the key is to calmly proceed with the conversation without rushing. 3. Pay attention to hygiene 🥗 In food areas, pay attention to hygiene conditions, and especially when buying food from food stalls, choose popular stores or stores used by locals. If you are sensitive, be careful about using tap water or ice. 4. Heavy traffic areas 🏍️🚗 The area around Ben Thanh Market has a lot of car and motorcycle traffic. When crossing the road, make sure it is safe and do not cross it forcibly. Ben Thanh Market is one of the must-see tourist spots when visiting Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy shopping while interacting with the local culture and people, and enjoy the charm of Ho Chi Minh City to the fullest! Thank you for reading to the end. If you have been there! If you have other recommended spots! We look forward to your comments. Also, all the photos posted were taken by myself, and unauthorized use and reproduction are prohibited. #Vietnam #VietnamTrip #Ben Thanh Market #Ho Chi Minh #100TravelStyles

Bat Trang pottery has a long history! I was able to easily get it at the city market! It's colorful and fun to choose. The price is also reasonable, starting from a few hundred yen! There are many souvenir shops in the market, but I especially recommend this shop! Enter Ben Thanh Market from Phan Chu Trinh Street and look for shop number "864"! I think it will be difficult to find with just this information, but I found an article that describes it in detail, so I have pasted it in the main text 🙌 Please refer to it! Vietnamese tableware brand Amai A Vietnamese tableware brand launched by a Belgian and Dutch designer ✨ If you purchase it online in Japan, it will cost more than twice as much, so I recommend purchasing it locally in Vietnam! It's a must-see spot when you go to Ho Chi Minh! (There are multiple stores in the city) They will carefully package it, so you can carry it home with a carry case with peace of mind I was able to purchase it at half price at the outlet store "Amai grandB" in Tao Dien, District 2! I was able to purchase a small plate for about 100 yen each...cheap! It's also perfect as a souvenir 🙌🏻 This was a large store, so it was a nice, open space! #overseastravel #Vietnamtrip #HoChiMinhTourism #VietnamTrip #BenThanhMarket

#VietnamTravel ⭐️Ben Thanh Market⭐️ This is a must-visit travel course for Ho Chi Minh City and a market where you can buy various items! You can see so many items such as clothes, handicrafts, and souvenirs, so you can visit at the beginning of your trip and buy clothes to wear at your destination, and you can visit at the end and buy souvenirs. Note❗️ Don't buy at the price the merchant calls you at first, but bargain. There are some people who sell at ridiculously high prices, so I recommend you visit a few places and compare prices and bargain. #HoChiMinhTravel #HoChiMinhPlacesToVisit #HoChiMinhHotPlaces #Ben ThanhMarket #HoChiMinhMarket

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#December Travel Support Event Ben Thanh Market is a local traditional market in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, where you can buy souvenirs. Since there is a lot of hawking, it is recommended to check the price carefully before purchasing. Le Loi, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam

#December Travel Support Event Ben Thanh Market, a must-visit tourist destination in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It is a local market located in the city center. Like a regular market, it sells a variety of products such as food, clothing, flowers, and souvenirs, and many tourists also visit to buy souvenirs. Recommended to visit when traveling to Ho Chi Minh City.

#December Travel Support Event Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. It is a local market selling various items such as fruits, flowers, clothes, side dishes, fish, etc. Le Loi, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam

#December Travel Support Event A traditional market in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, selling various items such as fruits, food, and clothing. Many tourists visit to buy souvenirs, and in the hot summer, it is very hot because the indoor air conditioning is not working, and there are times when it smells because they also sell food.

Penang Market No-name noodle stall is only open at night. Cheap and delicious💰 Average consumption per person: 60,000 VND

#AutumnHo-kang-seu-event This is a market in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. The clock tower at the southern entrance is said to be one of the symbolic buildings in Ho Chi Minh City. Le Loi, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam

#August Travel Support Event I went to Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City and it was really hot. There is no air conditioning. And it is expensive. At first, they charge a very high price. The store owner says they won't give you a discount, but if you just go, they will give you a discount. It seems like it would be good to be careful of the vendors and leave as quickly as possible. I'm so busy. Haha

🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Hotel pickup and drop-off, toilets available 📍Location: Apply at the tour desk in front of Ben Thanh Market 💰Price per person: $25 💞Reasons for recommendation: Japanese interpreter included, great value for money, fun even for solo travelers The first country on my three-country trip was Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It's more fun to go via Ho Chi Minh than a direct flight to Dubai, and the tickets are cheaper, so I decided to make a detour. I recommend this to people who have time. First, buy an international SIM card as soon as you arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport. There are several counters. Once you get the SIM card, head to the taxi stand. You'll be approached by a man trying to sell you something, and the process will be completed efficiently at the counter inside the airport. I checked later and found out that the price was ridiculously high. (Credit cards accepted) However, I was tired and wanted to get to the hotel quickly, so it couldn't be helped. The airport exit was overflowing with tourists There was a long line of taxis, so I was glad I was able to get one. I went to a small hotel near the large Ben Thanh Market. I put my luggage down, took a shower, rested for a while, and then went for a walk. On the way to the market, there are many cafes and diners, so I didn't have any problems. I found several optional tour desks. Among them, I found a cheap Mekong Delta River Tour with Japanese interpretation for $25. Lunch & hotel transfer included I was picked up at 8:30 and stopped by a beautiful temple on the way to the pier. A seated Buddha statue with a plump face There were stalls lined up around. There was a coconut milk popsicle shop and a souvenir shop, and I got a glimpse of the local atmosphere As soon as I arrived at the pier, I got on a big boat and headed for Nakajima. There is a honey factory and a coconut palm caramel factory on Nakajima, which I visited in order. You can taste and buy souvenirs there. The coconut candy is wrapped in a wafer and has a simple taste. You can buy honey from pea pollen and royal jelly. The tour then goes to another island where the lunch venue is located. This time we change to a small boat and go through the bush. It's like an attraction at Disneyland. After passing through a forest full of fruit, listening to folk music, eating tropical fruits, and having lunch, we return to the hotel around 5pm. It's such a good value that it makes me laugh. I'm so happy to pay $25 for all this fun. I was surprised to find out that the Mekong River is about 2km wide, and we were treated very well with a Japanese interpreter. The lunch was so-so, but it was a very satisfying tour. Additional information: ・There are stylish cafes around Ben Thanh Market, so it's convenient. ・Scooter taxis are cheap. You can call them using an app. - Be careful when crossing the road as there is a lot of traffic, and make sure to raise your hand to indicate your intention to cross. - Be careful of large vehicles turning right or left. They almost never pay attention to pedestrians crossing the street. - Be careful of pickpockets and thieves. #0yentravel

Ben Thanh Market is a famous market in Ho Chi Minh! Handicrafts, souvenirs, clothing, local foods, and many other things are sold here 🍍 I bought marbled spoons as a souvenir of my trip They were about ¥500 for two 🥄 There were a lot of fakes lol They also sell food and drinks, so it's a good place to take a break if you get tired of shopping 😋 Ben Thanh Market 📍Location: Ben Thanh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam #0 yen trip

very surprised with the tasty egg coffee. they use blender to blend the egg with milk to make it creaming and pour in the hot coffee, very tasty and must try!

#HotelAccommodationEvent Ben Thanh Market is a market that is both a tourist attraction and a common market in Ho Chi Minh City. They say there is almost nothing that is not there. And people gather there in huge numbers. It seems to be a place where people who are returning home especially buy gifts. In particular, dried mangoes seem to be sold a lot.

#Hotel Accommodation Event I visited Saigon Ben Thanh Market and the local merchants' market next to it. You can buy most products in Vietnam at Saigon Ben Thanh Market. If you go a little further towards Saigon River, you will find a market for ordinary people. Somehow, I felt like it contrasted capitalism and the common people's atmosphere ~

#Hotel Accommodation Event Ben Thanh Market is a must-visit for travelers visiting Ho Chi Minh City. It is the largest traditional market in Ho Chi Minh City, and you can find everything from clothes to fruits to souvenirs. There is a lot of solicitation, and bargaining is essential in stores that sell to tourists. You should visit several places and compare prices before purchasing. It is an indoor market without air conditioning, so be prepared for the heat. Location: Ben Thanh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

I went to Ho Chi Minh City again. No matter how many times I visit, it's such a wonderful place that I already want to go back. I went during the rainy season, but there were only brief showers in the evening and I was able to enjoy sightseeing as usual during the day.

Late night snack near Ben Thanh Market in Ho Chi Minh City

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I highly recommend this plan! 　　 Vietjet + ★★★★ Silver Ben Thanh Hotel for 47,000 yen! Now it's a cheaper tour than Korea. ① Vietjet Air from Narita. It was empty, and even though I was in the second row from the back, I had plenty of leg room!! It was more comfortable than any other plane I've been on. The flight attendants were also very friendly! Beer was 500 yen, and the flight departed and arrived on time! ② The hotel was right in front of Ben Thanh Market! Plus, it was cute, clean, and not only breakfast, but afternoon tea was included! The staff were all great! ③ It's in District 1, so you can find anything in the city! Gel nails and foot massage for 1,000 yen Shampoo for 1,000 yen Massage for 1,000 yen!! Food is also cheap. I didn't know that Ho Chi Minh was such a hidden gem. It's much more affordable and fun than Hanoi or Da Nang! Also, it's said that Ben Thanh Market is a place where they will try to overcharge you, but in the end they will accept your price. Awesome!! They won't accept your price at Vincom Center, so be careful! #HoChiMinhTourism

There is a bunch of ladies sitting in front of this New York Nail & Spa just outside of Ben Thanh market. Do not approach for their services. It’s expensive and they request for mandatory 100,00.00VND tip per person (that served you) afterwards. My nails looked horrible, horrendous and awful. It was patchy and it had a lot of bubbles, I believe the nail polish they have is very old. Also the “foot” massage that they pushed to provide costed us 200,00.00VND per session. I did not feel rejuvenated nor did I feel like it was my money’s worth. She was just pressing on my leg and just pinching my shoulders. I rather get massages in my homeland Posting this here for awareness. If anyone plans to go to HCMC avoid this place at all costs. #scammers

1. Saigon Central Post Office This is said to be the largest post office in the world, and there were many tourists there, so the atmosphere was great. 2. Van Phuc City It had a European atmosphere in Ho Chi Minh and was very fun. 3. Bui Vien Street I think this is the busiest place in Ho Chi Minh. You can experience things you can't feel in Japan. 4. Ben Thanh Market When you buy souvenirs at Ben Thanh Market, you can experience haggling, so I think it's a place where you can feel a different atmosphere from Japan. 5. Tan Dinh Association It was a cute pink church. There was a cafe nearby, and the photo spot from there was great. I didn't have time to go inside, but the outside was very charming. #VietnamTrip #HoChiMinh

The largest traditional market in Ho Chi Minh City, located in the center. A great place to enjoy clothes, souvenirs, and food. A place where you can find a lively local atmosphere. 🙂 If you buy snacks or souvenirs, try bargaining. 🙂 If you’re not confident in bargaining, try buying a lot at once with your friends. 🙂 It’s not bad to start with at least half. 🙁 Beware of small change scams and pickpockets. 🙁 Be careful of the heat because there are a lot of people. #Ben Thanh Market #Ho Chi Minh City Travel #Ho Chi Minh Places to Visit #Ho Chi Minh City

#May Travel Support Event One of Ho Chi Minh's famous places, they sell all sorts of souvenirs and you can also get a simple meal here. If you bargain well, you can buy souvenirs for almost half price. And there's a juice shop in the market, and the juice there is quite delicious. The solicitation doesn't seem to be as bad as in our country.

Ho Chi Minh District 1 Rice Noodles Once you eat them, you will come back for more. If you are curious, leave a comment. The taste is also good.

There are an unbelievable number of cockroaches in the hotel room and in the common areas. I can tolerate the old facilities, but I can't accept that they don't do any pest control. I would recommend not using this hotel.