Ho Chi Minh City is an incredible travel bargain compared to most of the rest of the world, though it’s also among the more expensive cities in Vietnam. Prices in Hanoi are similar, and everywhere else in the country is at least a bit cheaper, so regardless of which big city you start in, things will get better as you go until you reach the other one. Hoi An prices are strangely low for food and drinks and even hotels, and it’s a major highlight for most visitors to Vietnam.
| Rating | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
 | 7.00 - 21.00 |
| 9.00 - 36.00 |
| 17.00 - 65.00 |
| 35.00 - 120.00 |
| 68.00 - 180.00 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Hostel Bed | 5.00 - 8.00 |
NGOC THAO GuestHouse Beds from US$7/night | |
The NGOC THAO GuestHouse offers dorms and private rooms in an ideal location in backpacker-friendly District 1. |
| Location | Description | Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| War Remnants Museum | This iconic museum is considered a must-visit in spite of its one-sided story. | adults | 1.70 |
| Reunification Palace | Famous government building still used occasionally, but popular for tours. Admission price includes a 1-hour guided tour in English (and other languages). | adults | 1.70 |
| Cu Chi Tunnel tour | Take a 90-minute bus ride to see these famous and slim tunnels with a group. Many tour options are available. | adults | 4.68 |
| Saigon Skydeck | Here you'll find 360-degree views on the entire city and of the Saigon River. | adults | 8.52 |
| Food Type | Description | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Budget breakfast | Some hotels include breakfast, but if not you can get pancakes or eggs and a baguette at many places. | 1.32 - 2.34 |
| Budget lunch | Saigon has many restaurants featuring Vietnamese and Western food. | 2.34 - 4.26 |
| Budget dinner | All the same restaurants are open all day and well into the evening with the same menus. This is a sit-down meal. | 4.68 - 6.81 |
| Beer (.33L) | Saigon and Tiger are the most popular brands. Prices in nightclubs are about double. | 0.94 - 1.49 |
| Bahn mi sandwich | Those on a tight budget can get an excellent sandwich at many stands all over, from morning until very late at night. | 0.68 - 1.02 |
| Wine (Vietnamese) - full bottle | Local wine, bottled in Dalat, is fairly drinkable and available by the bottle in most restaurants and many shops. Imported wine is many times more expensive. | 2.98 - 3.83 |
| Cocktails | Nearly every restaurant serves mixed drinks at good prices. Ones with local spirits are cheapest, and at nightclubs they are at the top range. | 1.92 - 3.83 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Taxi from airport to city center | 6.81 - 14.90 |
| Bus from airport to city center | 0.21 - 0.43 |
| 3km taxi ride in Saigon | 1.53 - 2.55 |
| 1 hour cyclo ride around town | 1.49 - 1.66 |
| Motorbike rental (per day) | 5.37 - 6.39 |