Cholon is Saigon’s heaving Chinatown district. It’s a great place to spend at least half a day. It’s hard to believe but Cholon is even more chaotic than downtown Saigon - with a distinctly Chinese character. As downtown Saigon is increasingly overwhelmed by concrete and high-rise towers, we reckon Cholon might be the best place to get a sense of the old unique energy of the city. It's also a fantastic place to grab a bite.
This place is now a significant commercial center of the Chinese in Ho Chi Minh City which still preserves the precious values of culture, religion and architecture dating back thousands of years. The pipe-shaped tiled roofs in Chinatown streets combining with typical Chinese architectures feature a unique classic beauty.
Aside from wandering the streets of Cholon, you can also have a taste of local flavors through a mini food trip! Drink the famous Vietnamese coffee, have a plate of Chinese duck soup noodles, and enjoy a hearty dumpling and sweet soup meal.
We will discover the best places like:
- Hao Sy Phuong Alleyway
- Ba Thien Hau Temple
- Cho Lon Masjid, Vietnam
- Khu ăn uống chợ Thủ Đô
- Soai Kinh Lam Market
- St Francis Xavier Church
- Binh Tay Market
- Bưu điện quận 5
- End at a local eatery
This excellent guided walking tour will blow your mind with many interesting facts, mysterious religious stories and legendary anecdotes among top destinations in Cholon. Don't miss this off-the-beaten-path walking tour to take with you a great memory from Ho Chi Minh City 😉
