Ho Chi Minh City trip cost estimate
Vietnam’s southern megacity of markets, cafés, history sites, and nonstop street food.
Daily budget baseline: $40 USD. Food and city exploration
Top attractions
- 1. Ben Thanh Market — Central market for souvenirs and snacks.
- 2. Notre-Dame Cathedral — Colonial-era landmark in District 1.
- 3. War Remnants Museum — Powerful modern-history museum.
- 4. Cu Chi Tunnels — Day trip to historic tunnel network.
- 5. Nguyen Hue Walking Street — Evening plaza for strolling and photos.
Must-try dishes
- Bánh mì — Crispy baguette sandwich with fillings. (avg $2.00)
- Phở — Southern-style noodle soup bowls. (avg $3.00)