Saigon Local Sightseeing Free Tour
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Explore Saigon’s hidden gems on a 4km walking tour. Learn local history, visit a secret bunker, enjoy coffee, explore an old apartment, and stroll through a vibrant flower market.
This walking tour includes around 4km of walking. Please consider this before booking WARNING: Saigon is HOT and VERY HUMID. If you can’t handle the heat, this tour might not be for you!
Xin chào! Welcome to Saigon
Skip the usual tourist spots and explore Saigon differently! I’ll share history, hidden gems, and local life with you.
Tour Highlights:
- Learn about Thích Quảng Đức, the Burning Monk. - Visit a secret weapon bunker (history unfolds here). - Enjoy coffee at a local café (optional). - Discover life in an old Saigon apartment. - Explore a vibrant flower market.
Meeting point
FamilyMart
Before you go
- Length
- About 3h
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 09:00 (Ho Chi Minh time)
- Coming up
- 22 departures in 3 months
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 3h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is FamilyMart . The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
22 departures are listed in the next three months, usually at 09:00. Times are local to Ho Chi Minh.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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Accessibility information availablePet friendly
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