Explore Ho Chi Minh city and vicinity by Motorbike

Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, is one of the notable destinations in Vietnam. This is a large city in Vietnam, and extremely dynamic and bustling. Tourists visiting Saigon have many options to explore and learn about the city. And choosing to rent a motorbike to travel around the corners of the largest city in Southern Vietnam is an exciting and attractive activity.

Let's join Ama Journey to share experiences so that you can have a fun and engaging motorbike trip to Ho Chi Minh City.

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1. Destinations in Ho Chi Minh City that attract tourists

1.1. Notre Dame Cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral is located right in the city center and is one of the famous tourist destinations in Ho Chi Minh City that attracts a large number of tourists to visit. This cathedral has the characteristics of European architecture combined with Gothic and Roman styles, bringing an ancient beauty. In addition, visitors can also enjoy a variety of typical street food of Ho Chi Minh City around the church grounds.

Address: No. 1 Cong Xa Paris, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: From Monday to Saturday: 5:30 am, 5:30 pm; Sunday: hours include: 5:30 am, 6:45 am, 8:00 am, 9:30 am (mass in English), 4:00 pm, 5:15 pm, 6:30 pm.
Ticket price: Free.

1.2. Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Nguyen Hue Walking Street was built in April 2005 with a length of up to 670m and a width of 64m. The street is equipped with modern infrastructure such as granite pavement, two large fountains, a system of trees, flower beds, resting chairs, etc. Here, tourists can walk comfortably and experience the lively activities of young people. In addition, visitors also have the opportunity to enjoy many street foods sold around the street.

Address: Nguyen Hue Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: All day.
Ticket price: Free.

1.3. City Theater

The City Theater is one of the unique architectural works in the European style. This is where many professional art performances such as Cai Luong, opera, drama, etc. take place. Because it is located right in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, the theater is not only a place to organize many art events but also a tourist attraction. Young people often gather in front of the steps of the theater gate to have fun and enjoy snacks.

Address: No. 7 Cong Truong Lam Son Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: From 09:00 - 16:30 (Monday to Friday), from 09:00 - 12:00 (Saturday, Sunday).
Ticket price: 80,000 - 900,000 VND/person (depending on the event, and performance program).

1.4. Independence Palace

Independence Palace or Reunification Hall owns a unique oriental architectural work and is recognized as one of the special national monuments. Coming here, tourists will experience ancient items and relics marking the moment of independence. Especially on April 30 every year, the Independence Palace will attract thousands of domestic and foreign tourists to visit.

Address: No. 135 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: From 7:30 - 11:00 and 13:00 - 16:00.

Ticket price:
Adults: 40,000 VND/person.
Children: 10,000 VND/person.

1.5. Bach Dang Wharf

Bach Dang Wharf is located on the Saigon River with an area of 23,400m2 including the port and park. Which, the length of the wharf adjacent to the river is 1.3km. This place integrates many entertainment services such as the train station, river tourist bus, coffee shop, restaurant on the boat... On weekends or major holidays, Bach Dang Wharf Park and Nguyen Hue Walking Street are famous entertainment places for young people, city residents as well as tourists from everywhere.

Address: No. 02 Ton Duc Thang Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: All day.
Ticket price: Free.

1.6. Sai Gon Water Bus

Sai Gon Water Bus is a bus operating on the city's river, starting from Bach Dang Wharf (District 1) and ending at Linh Dong Wharf (Thu Duc District). The entire journey lasts about 30 minutes, allowing visitors to enjoy the fresh air and admire the beautiful scenery from the perspective of the Saigon River. In addition, the train stations also have many beautiful cafes, and eye-catching decorations, attracting many youngsters to visit.

Address: Bach Dang Wharf, Ton Duc Thang Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 7:00 - 19:30.
Ticket price: 15,000 VND/turn.

1.7. Art In Us 3D Painting Museum

This is a 4,000m2 art museum with diverse 3D themes from water, and plants, to fairy themes, art, etc. The 3D paintings here use many rich colors, applying the principle of near and far to flat surfaces such as walls, and floors... bringing a vivid and realistic feeling to visitors.

Address: No. 02 - 04, Street 09, Him Lam Residential Area, Tan Hung Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 9:00 - 18:00 (Tuesday - Friday) and 9:00 - 19:00 (Saturday, Sunday, holidays).
Ticket price: 100,000 - 200,000 VND/person.

1.8. Buu Long Pagoda

Buu Long Pagoda's official name is Buu Long Zen Monastery, established in 1942 and located about 25km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City. The pagoda has a unique architecture that harmoniously combines Thai and Indian culture and the Nguyen Dynasty's construction style. This tourist destination is currently attracting many pilgrims to come and explore the beautiful scenery.

Address: No. 81 Nguyen Xien, Long Binh Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 9:00 - 11:00 and 14:00 - 21:00.
Ticket price: Free.

1.9. Binh Quoi Tourist Area

This is one of the eco-tourism areas near Ho Chi Minh City, only about 8km from the center, so it is convenient for tourists to take short vacations on weekends. Binh Quoi Tourist Area has a total space of over 34,000m2 with a typical rustic style of the Southern countryside with monkey bridges, water jars, three-leaf boats... In addition, when coming here, visitors can also experience interesting games such as rowing, painting statues, fishing...

Address: No. 1147 Binh Quoi, Ward 28, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 9:00 - 22:30.
Ticket price: 90,000 - 130,000 VND/person.

1.10. BCR tourist area

BCR tourist area is only about 45 minutes by motorbike from Ho Chi Minh City with a space with many attractive games on land and in the water. BCR also has a swimming pool for children and adults and a chain of restaurants that can accommodate about 3,000 guests at the same time to organize events and weddings... with a full range of Vietnamese dishes.

Address: No. 191 Tam Da Street, Truong Thanh Ward, District 9, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 8:00 - 18:00 (Tuesday - Sunday).
Ticket price: 120,000 VND/child and 195,000 VND/adult.

1.11. Bui Vien Western Street

Bui Vien Western Street is an interesting tourist destination right in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, attracting many domestic and foreign tourists. Coming here, visitors will immerse themselves in street music performances, bars, pubs... In addition, tourists can also experience the diversity of Asian - European culinary culture on this street.
Address: Bui Vien Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: From 19:00 the previous day to 2:00 the next morning.
Ticket price: Free.

1.12. Thien Hau Pagoda

Thien Hau Pagoda is one of the tourist destinations near Ho Chi Minh City that visitors should not miss. This place impresses with its unique architecture typical of the Chinese. The carvings, sculptures and valuable historical artifacts are still preserved. Currently, the pagoda still attracts a large number of tourists to visit and burn incense to pray for peace.

Address: 710 Nguyen Trai Street, Ward 11, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: From 6:30 - 16:30.
Ticket price: Free.

2. Interesting tourist destinations around Ho Chi Minh City

In addition to the tourist attractions right in the city center, visitors can also choose to explore tourist areas and beaches near Ho Chi Minh City, which do not take too much time to travel but still bring a feeling of relaxation and relieve stress on the weekend.

2.1. Tourist areas near Ho Chi Minh City

2.1.1. Tan Lap Floating Village - Long An

Tan Lap Floating Village in Long An is a place with a road through the beautiful green Tram forest. Coming here, visitors will have the opportunity to experience interesting activities such as walking through the forest to explore the beautiful scenery and sitting on a boat along the streams to enter the forest... In addition, this eco-tourism area also impresses with the typical culture of the Southwest River region, the scenery of Tram forest, lotus, water hyacinth and familiar animals such as birds, storks, fish...

Address: National Highway 62, Hamlet 3, Tan Lap Commune, Moc Hoa District, Long An.
Opening hours: 8:30 - 12:30.
Ticket price: From 60,000 - 130,000 VND.

2.1.2. Bo Cap Vang Eco-Tourism Area - Dong Nai

Bo Cap Vang Eco-Tourism Area in Dong Nai is only about 30km from Ho Chi Minh City, so it is very convenient for tourists to choose to explore the countryside scenery and relieve stress and fatigue. With an area of up to 4 hectares and surrounded by rivers, this place brings a sense of peace, relaxation and fresh air. On top of that, tourists can participate in many folk games such as walking on stilts, mountain biking, and tug of war...

Address: Hamlet 3, Phuoc Khanh Commune, Nhon Trach District, Dong Nai.
Opening hours: From 7:00 - 22:00.

Entrance fee:
Weekdays: 60,000 VND/adult, 30,000 VND/child.
Holidays: 70,000 VND/adult, 35,000 VND/child.

2.1.3. Tre Viet Eco-Tourism Village - Dong Nai

Tre Viet Eco-Tourism Village is about 15km from Ho Chi Minh City. This is one of the ideal destinations for those who want to find a place with immense rivers and a rustic countryside feeling. Visitors can experience the idyllic natural scenery, take beautiful photos and enjoy delicious dishes.

Address: No. 25 Phan Van Dang Street, Phu Huu Commune, Nhon Trach District, Dong Nai.
Opening hours: From 7:00 - 21:00.
Ticket price: 50,000 VND/person.

2.1.4. Cat Tuong Phu Sinh Eco-Tourism Area - Long An

Cat Tuong Phu Sinh Eco-Tourism Area - Long An is known not only as a resort but also as a famous photography location for students. The tourist area is designed in Asian - European style with many simulated works such as the Statue of Liberty, the Eiffel Tower, Sydney Opera House, Taj Mahal Mausoleum...

Address: Provincial Road 9, My Hanh Commune, Duc Hoa, Long An.
Opening hours: 7:00 - 17:00.
Ticket price: Free entrance.

2.1.5. Thuy Chau Stream Eco-Tourism Area - Binh Duong

Thuy Chau Stream Eco-Tourism Area - Binh Duong is about 25km from Ho Chi Minh City and has a large area of 18 hectares. This is an artificial green space with cool green forests, waterfalls, streams, stone bridges... When coming to this place, visitors will experience many fun activities such as soaking in the waterfall, visiting the crocodile pond, etc.

Address: No. 55 DT743, Binh Thang Ward, Di An City, Binh Duong.
Opening hours: 8:00 - 16:00 (Friday to Sunday).
Ticket price: From 40,000 - 100,000 VND/person.

2.1.6. Giang Dien Waterfall Tourist Area - Dong Nai

This tourist complex has an area of about 67 hectares and is designed into many beautiful miniature landscapes and small works, attracting a large number of tourists to visit every year. In addition to the waterfall area, visitors can participate in interesting games such as rowing, driving cars on the water, riding trains, watching 5D movies, etc.

Address: 104/4 Hoa Binh Hamlet, Giang Dien Commune, Trang Bom District, Dong Nai.
Opening hours: 7:00 - 17:00.

Entrance fee:
Weekdays: 80,000 VND/adult, 40,000 VND/child.
Weekends: 100,000 VND/adult, 60,000 VND/child.
Holidays: 120,000 VND/adult, 80,000 VND/child.

2.1.7. Xuan Huong Eco-Tourism Area - Binh Chanh

Xuan Huong Eco-Tourism Area is a tourist destination that combines recreational fishing with family meals with an area of over 60 hectares. It is divided into many separate areas to serve many different customers. Visitors will experience fishing inside thatched huts, cool green space and processing fish into their favorite dishes.

Address: C12/40 Long Vinh, Hamlet 5, Binh Hung, Binh Chanh, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 8:00 - 22:00.

2.2. Beautiful beaches near Ho Chi Minh City that can be traveled by motorbike

2.2.1. Thanh An Island - About 50km from Ho Chi Minh City

Thanh An Island in Can Gio District is an island with a simple life typical of the river region. Coming here, visitors can visit the mangrove forests, stone roads, and wharves... and enjoy many types of seafood with special flavors. Currently, there are many other recreational activities on the island such as kayaking, fishing...

2.2.2. Can Gio Beach - About 50km from Ho Chi Minh City

Can Gio Beach is one of the beaches near Ho Chi Minh City because it is only 50km from the center. This place is known as the "green lung" of the South, attracting a large number of domestic and foreign tourists to visit every year. Tourists coming here can explore the Vam Sat National Biosphere Reserve, Monkey Island and the natural mangrove forest system.

2.2.3. Tan Thanh Beach - About 70km from Ho Chi Minh City

Tan Thanh Beach is located in Tien Giang province, known as the longest and most beautiful black sand beach in Vietnam. Tourists coming here will admire the beautiful wild natural scenery, and fine sand and enjoy many attractive fresh seafood dishes such as clams, cockles, blood cockles, horseshoe crabs and shrimps...

2.2.4. Long Son Island - About 100km from Ho Chi Minh City

Long Son Island is a relaxing place about 100km from Ho Chi Minh City that tourists can explore by motorbike on weekends. Tourists coming here will visit beautiful landscapes such as Long Son main house, raft village, and salt fields... At the same time, tourists can also experience interesting activities such as oyster harvesting, mountain climbing, fishing...

2.2.5. Thieng Lieng Island - About 50km from Ho Chi Minh City

Thieng Lieng Island belongs to Thanh An, Can Gio district, about 50km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City. This is a small island with a dense system of canals and cool green forests. In particular, Thieng Lieng Island is one of the rare areas that still preserves traditional salt-making methods such as turning by hand or using wooden rollers and paddles. When coming to the island, visitors can learn about salt making, enjoy seafood, watch the fish market or be entertained by the art of Don Ca Tai Tu.

In addition to the tourist destinations in Saigon within the city or near the city, only about 100km away, visitors can also choose to quickly travel to Tay Ninh by motorbike. In addition, visitors can also refer to some tourist destinations in An Giang, only 5 hours by motorbike from Saigon.

Above are the experiences to explore Ho Chi Minh City by motorbike of Ama Journey. We hope that this article will be helpful for you, contribute to your perfect travel plan and help you have many beautiful memories. Please share more with us below!

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