Ho Chi Minh City tour Half Day
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If you are interested to learn about French & American conflicts and explore of French colonial architecture, you should chose to visit Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, the Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum, Tan Dinh church & Tan Dinh local market or Ben Thanh market.
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Formerly known as the Museum of American War Crimes, this is a poignant display of the futility of war. Some of the black and white photography in the ‘Requiem' exhibit is particularly touching, dedicated to both foreign and Vietnamese journalists and photographers who perished during the conflict. The exhibit includes the last shots these photographers had taken before their deaths. The courtyard outside contains the spoils of war, namely rusting jets, tanks and cannons captured from the American military machine.
This is one of the most important buildings in the city. Here on April 30, 1975, what the Vietnamese refer to as the ‘American War' officially ended when tank number 843 of the North Vietnamese Army crashed through the gates of what was, at the time, the residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam.
Built between 1877 and 1883 this is one of the best examples of classical French colonial architecture. Remarkably every stone used in its creation was shipped from France to Vietnam. The Old Post Office is another example of French colonial architecture and is also the country's largest post office.
Saigon Opera House which built by the French at the end of the nineteenth century and renovated in the 1940s, this fine example of colonial architecture is a landmark in the centre of Saigon.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(5)
Amazing tour and tour leaders - very well prepared for any eventuality - coping with one person (there’s always one in every crowd) who was a bit of a rebel but they handled it professionally. I highly recommend this company.
Formal and serious enterprise. We hired a Spanish speaking guide paying extra and it was great. 100% recommended. They can make tailor-made tours, also for cruises pick you up at the port.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Nguyễn Dơn (Vietcam Holidays Co. Ltd.). I initially planned my private tour to Vietnam as a solo female traveler from the USA. I spend 15 nights in Vietnam traveling south to north. I received prompt responses and tailored itinerary to meet what I wanted to see and do. Don handled an unexpected addition of 3 people to my itinerary with ease and modified the itinerary to meet the additional travelers needs. When I arrived communication was constant through WhatsApp or Messenger. His quick responses and reliable information built my trust in him. He provided me a Vietnam SIM card upon my request and had it with my driver upon pickup. I felt comfortable making requests and asking for advice before and during my trip. Don’s travel coordinator helped to get my father an emergency visa within 3 hours. If I had gone on my trip to Vietnam truly solo as I had initially planned I would have felt safe in Don’s care. I plan to utilize his services for an upcoming trips 😁
Dear Ms Lanelle, Thank you for your beautiful words, Lanelle. We are so happy to hear that you and your family and friend had a wonderful time across Vietnam. Our team are always ready to be your tour consultants in the future. We wish you and your family are doing great. Best Regards Don Nguyen Manager of Vietcam Holidays +84 919 507 208
Don met us when we arrived in Chau Duc off our fast ferry service from Phnom Penh. Very affable and easy to get on with from the start. All through our tour he imparted knowledge and general information and also seemed to enjoy showing us around. Always on time and usually with a ready smile. Also good company. He picked a couple of restaurants out for our evening meal and we were very pleased with them both. I can highly recommend him as either a guide for a few days or a city tour around Ho Chi Minh.
