--- {"type":"list","title":"Best 10 Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in 24 Hours","listId":141663,"canonicalUrl":"https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours","visibleItemTotal":10,"creator":{"id":"buddhi","name":"Buddhi","url":"https://listium.com/@buddhi"},"stats":{"views":106,"likes":0,"followers":0},"category":"travel / tourist destinations","publishedAt":"2026-04-10T05:09:39.826Z","updatedAt":"2026-04-10T05:09:39.826Z","fields":[{"id":0,"name":"Name","type":"PrimaryText"}]} --- # Best 10 Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in 24 Hours By [Buddhi (@buddhi)](https://listium.com/@buddhi) 106 views · 0 likes · 0 followers Published 10 April 2026 · Updated 10 April 2026 Category: travel / tourist destinations Ho Chi Minh City is a key part of almost every Vietnam travel itinerary and for good reason. The city is home to some of Vietnam's most important historical sites, a thriving street food scene, and a mix of old and new that you won't find anywhere else. Whether you are on a short \[Vietnam tour\](https://www.olankatravels.com/tours/vietnam/15-days-history-and-religion-vietnam/) or just have one day to spare, this guide helps you make the most of your 24 hours in Saigon with a calm, easy-to-follow plan. ## Items ### 1. [Ben Thanh Market](https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours/0/ben-thanh-market) Item ID: `0` ### 2. [Reunification Palace](https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours/1/reunification-palace) Item ID: `1` ### 3. [War Remnants Museum](https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours/2/war-remnants-museum) Item ID: `2` ### 4. [Lunch - Local Pho or Banh Mi](https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours/3/lunch-local-pho-or-banh-mi) Item ID: `3` ### 5. [Notre-Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office](https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours/4/notre-dame-cathedral--central-post-office) Item ID: `4` ### 6. [Stroll Down Dong Khoi Street](https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours/5/stroll-down-dong-khoi-street) Item ID: `5` ### 7. [Jade Emperor Pagoda](https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours/6/jade-emperor-pagoda) Item ID: `6` ### 8. [Vietnamese Coffee Break](https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours/7/vietnamese-coffee-break) Item ID: `7` ### 9. [Bui Vien Walking Street](https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours/8/bui-vien-walking-street) Item ID: `8` ### 10. [Dinner by the Saigon River](https://listium.com/@buddhi/141663/best-10-things-to-do-in-ho-chi-minh-city-vietnam-in-24-hours/9/dinner-by-the-saigon-river) Item ID: `9`