Ho Chi Minh City

An extensive underground tunnel network used during the Vietnam War, Cu Chi offers a sobering, genuinely eye-opening look at a pivotal chapter of the country's history — some sections are open for visitors to crawl through themselves.

A powerful, unflinching account of the Vietnam War from the Vietnamese perspective, this museum is essential for anyone wanting a deeper understanding of the country's modern history, alongside its more relaxed tourist trail.

One of the city's oldest and most iconic markets, Ben Thanh is a proper sensory experience — clothing, souvenirs, and an excellent night market food scene just outside once the daytime stalls close.

Two of Saigon's most photographed French colonial landmarks sit almost side by side — the red-brick cathedral and the ornate, still-functioning post office designed in part by Gustave Eiffel's studio.

A day trip into the Mekong Delta's waterways offers a completely different side of Vietnam — floating markets, coconut candy workshops, and boat rides through narrow canals lined with fruit orchards.

Widely regarded as the city's premier luxury address, Park Hyatt Saigon sits directly on Lam Son Square in the heart of the city, pairing colonial-inspired architecture with genuinely exceptional service and one of Saigon's best spas.

A historic landmark dating back to 1959, the Caravelle has hosted journalists, film crews, and dignitaries for decades — a genuine piece of the city's modern history, now expanded into a full contemporary luxury tower.

Centrally located with excellent city views, Sheraton Saigon pairs dependable five-star service with a genuinely central base for exploring the city's main sights on foot.