Ben Thanh Market
Market · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Ben Thanh Market

Photo: Diego Delso · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Ben Thanh Market sells clothing, souvenirs, fresh produce and street food under one roof. It occupies a central location in District 1. Bargaining is expected at most stalls.

On day 1 of Ho Chi Minh City: Weekend Escape

Good to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
1 to 2 hours
Best time
Early morning
Getting there
Located in District 1, reachable by bus or taxi

Itineraries with Ben Thanh Market

Day 1 of Ho Chi Minh City: Weekend Escape

Colonial Saigon

How Ben Thanh Market fits into a day.
  1. 8:30War Remnants MuseumDistrict 3
  2. 11:00Independence PalaceDistrict 1
  3. 14:00Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of SaigonDistrict 1
  4. 14:30Saigon Central Post OfficeDistrict 1
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Ben Thanh Market questions

What are the opening hours of Ben Thanh Market?

Stalls inside generally open from early morning until about 6pm. Food stalls around the outside often stay open into the evening.

Is bargaining expected at Ben Thanh Market?

Yes. Most vendors expect negotiation on prices.

What can visitors buy at Ben Thanh Market?

The market offers clothing, souvenirs, spices and prepared food.

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