If you are still searching for the perfect places for yourself and your friends to wander around, check out some of the following Shopping places in Saigon.
Ho Chi Minh city (formly Saigon) is one of the most famous cities in the world with a vibrant night life, which is also known as “an unsleeping city”. In addition to the largest economic and cultural center in the country, you can find many places for eating and drinking in the city, especially at night.
Young people need new space for fun, relaxation, shopping and so on. As the busiest and most amazing city in Vietnam, there is a variety of shopping areas built and grown dramatically for not only the young local but for the foreign tourists as well that completely meet all the need.
1. Ben Thanh Market
Ben Thanh Market is one of the oldest market in Ho Chi Minh city. As an attractive destination for every tourist, it houses many booths such as souvenirs, costumes, food and cloth.
It is easy to recognize Ben Thanh market in the center of the city by its iconic clock tower. Be prepared to bargain when you go shopping in the market. It may sound strange to some people but it will be an interesting experience when you shop here or every market in Vietnam.
Also, spending your time to dine like the local at the market with a wide range of food choices, you will understand more about Vietnamese traditional food.
Opening time: 6:00 am – midnight daily.
Address: Le Loi, Ben Thanh, District 1.
2. Binh Tay Market (Cholon Chinatown Market)
Binh Tay Market (or Cholon, or Chinatown) was built in 1920s with an area of 17.000 square meters. The market offers a vibrant atmosphere, opulent Chinese architecture, as well as a fascinating selection of handicrafts, lacquerware, textiles and fresh produce. There are 2.300 counters and stalls with more than 30 groups of goods such as spices, housewares, costumes,…
As Chinatown, this place has created a completely different colour from the rest of Ho Chi Minh city. You can find a lot of Chinese-style houses, restaurants, stores as well as temples. There are red laterns hanging in front of each house and bilingual signages (Chinese-Vietnamese) in front of each store.
Looking for Chinese cuisine? It’s “a piece of cake”. You can find dimsum, fresh noodles, dumplings,… from street food stores to luxury restaurants here. It’s a great combination between Chinese and Vietnamese culture, leading to delicious and nutrient dishes.
Discover more Binh Tay Market on your own at 57A Thap Muoi, District 6, Ward 2.
Market opening time: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm daily.
3. Saigon Square
This two-storey mall is considered as the shopping heaven in Ho Chi Minh city. Offering diverse items with reasonable price, Saigon Square is one of the most favourite places for not only the young local but also foreign tourists.
The products such as clothes, jewelleries, luggages, watches,… are constantly updated with the latest trend in fashion and technology.
You can find here fashionable costumes for both men and women, children and adults, from unique dresses that can not be found in fashion outlets to the most popular models.
Shop around, ask carefully about the origin of the products and do not forget to bargain. Saigon Square will be an ideal destination for those looking for discount fashion.
Address:
- Saigon Square 1: 77-89 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, District 1
- Saigon Square 2: 179E-181-183-185 Hai Ba Trung, District 1
Opening time: 9:30 am – 9:00 pm.
4. Aeon Mall Tan Phu Celadon
Aeon Mall Tan Phu Celadon is a business center from Japan that helps you with shopping, relaxation and entertainment. The center provides professional and thoughtful service as well as full convergence of quality items from the prestigious brands. This is one of the most famous Shopping places in Saigon.
Aeon Mall Tan Phu Celadon is a large area with 35.100 square meters. This place has become a shopping center with a full range of goods, items from daily consumer products to fashionable clothing, entertainment, aesthetic services, classrooms … The large dining area including restaurants, fast food restaurants and other foodcourts has become a-must-vist place for every customer.
Address: 30 Bo Ba Tan Thang, Son Ky Ward, Tan Phu District.
Opening time:
- 10:00 am – 10:00 pm weekdays.
- 9:00 am – 10:00 pm weekends.
5. An Dong Market
Finding another place for shopping, visit An Dong Market at An Duong Vuong street, District 5 to discover the biggest fashion wholesale area in Ho Chi Minh city.
The market was established in 1951 and was built solidly in 2004. It is located in the An Dong trade center with an area of 25.000 square meters. The source of goods is mainly imported from Guangzhou – China, Thailand, Korea, Cambodia,… with good quality. Additionally, because of the diversed sources, An Dong is the place with diverse clothes. However, the wholesale price is not cheap.
Remember to bargain when you go shopping at An Dong Market. Start at 50% lower, then bargain till you’ve found a reasonable price.
Opening time: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm daily.
6. Vincom Center
Vincom Center is a major shopping center in Saigon, in which you can find a lot of shopping, dining or office rentals. Vincom Center is divided into 2 towers: Vincom A (72 Le Thanh Ton) and Vincom B (45A Ly Tu Trong).
Vincom A is housed in a French-themed building, which showcases famous international brands. Moreover, Vincom A offers diversed cuisine worldwide. This is the best place for you to shop and relax.
Vincom B has 6 shopping storeys with a wide range of fashion brands in order to meet all your demand. There is also a modern and luxury cinema, providing great fun and enjoyable experience.
In short, Vincom deserves to be the top center of commerce in the city, meeting all your needs of shopping, eating and entertainment.
Opening time: 9:00 am – 10:00 pm daily.
7. Diamond Plaza
If you want to play a bowling game, watch a movie or simply walk in the supermarket, Diamond Plaza is an ideal place. You can easily find the large superbowling alley on the 4th floor. A bowling game costs from 200.000 VND (weekday mornings) to 375.000 VND (weekends after 7 pm).
The supermarkets in Diamond Plaza sell a wide range of cosmetics, clothing and branded items as well as a crowded dining center with various choices. There is also a Family Medical Center, a must-know-address for those who are interested in European-style health care.
Address: 34 Le Duan street, District 1.
Opening time: 9:30 am – 10:30 pm (Superbowl and Cinema open until 1:00 am).
8. Crescent Mall
Officially opened in November 2011, Crescent Mall is considered as the first commercial center in Vietnam to meet international standards with a unique arcade design, comparable to other famous commercial centers in Hong Kong, Singapore and many other countries in Asia. Currently, Crescent Mall offers more than 134 retail outlets throughout the 5 modern and spacious storeys, along with two basement parking lots and a spacious outdoor car park.
Not only for shopping, Crescent Mall’s large lobby is also home to a great variety of music and cultural exchanges. Fashion shows, concerts, live shows by celebrities, launch events as well as free entertainment activities regularly held here attract a large number of visitors, making Crescent Mall a fun and entertaining venue not only for the young but also for families.
Address: 101 Tan Dat Tien, Phu My Hung, Tan Phu, District 7.
Opening time: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm.
9. Parkson Plaza Department Store
Parkson Plaza, which was opened in 2005, is the retail arm of The Lion Group. At present, Parkson has 8 modern and successful department stores in Vietnam including 5 in Ho Chi Minh city.
Like Vincom Center, customers can choose the best clothing brand designs, jewelleries and cosmetics such as Lacoste, Esprit and Timberland. Luxury furniture can be found in the large interior and Asian high quality food ingredients are sold at Citimart on the top floor.
In Parkson Plaza, you could try Vietnamese traditional dishes and other food choices at one of the plaza’s restaurants.
Address: 45 Le Thanh Ton Street, District
Opening time: 9:30 am – 10:00 pm daily.
10. Art Galleries on Dong Khoi street
Wonder where to find high quality paintings, Art Galleries on Dong Khoi street are must-see places. A range of rough, paint-by-numbers duplications of famous paintings to some of the world’s leading modern art are displayed here.
If you want to find some low-cost examples of Ho Chi Minh art, come to Le Xuan Art and Ben Thanh Art. However, if you are looking for better quality artwork, visit Saigon craft shop.
Address: Dong Khoi, Ben Nghe, District 1.
Opening time: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm daily.
