Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city in Vietname and it is also known as Saigon. It is one of the popular destination for a holiday as it is rich with amazing culture and interesting people. It never cease to amaze the amount of visitors from all over the world to this beautiful city. It takes around three hours to travel from Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City. This will differ based on the airlines and routes taken as well. Considering Traveloka Lifestyle SuperApp offers various airline options such as Singapore Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Scoot, and AirAsia, you have plenty to choose from. The main airport operating in Ho Chi Minh City is Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Popular accommodations are available in Ho Chi Minh City including Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh, Somerset Ho Chi Minh City, and Silverlan Yen Hotel. Top attractions one should not miss visiting including Fine Arts Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Jade Emperor Pagoda.

When is the best time to fly from Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh has a very stable weather, where it is relatively dry for the most part. The best period to travel to Ho Chi Minh is from early December to late March. The temperature always varies from 22 to 34 degrees Celcius. It rarely goes below 19 degrees Celsius or goes above 36 degrees Celcius.

Operating airlines available in Traveloka Lifestyle SuperApp including both domestic and international carriers. Such airlines include Scoot, Singapore Airlines, Japan Airlines, Silk Air, Malaysia Airlines, Vietjet, Turkish Airlines, Jetstar, EVA Air, and many more. For further information in regards to travel safety during the pandemic can be referred to Traveloka’s travel advisory and other requirements during COVID-19.

What are the main airports available in Ho Chi Minh City

Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)

The Tan Son Nhat International Airport is the main airport operating in Vietnam, specifically Ho Chi Minh City - providing various routes for both domestic and international. It is 7.3 km away from the main city. The trip via car or any public land transportation will take around 14 minutes from the airport to the main city. The traveling time will only differ depending on the traffic condition at the time of the travel.

Highlights in Ho Chi Minh City

Fine Arts Museum - Fine Arts Museum in Ho Chi Minh City is one of the most popular art centers in the city, which aims at preserving, collecting and displaying contemporary as well as traditional artworks. The yellow-and-white building combines French and Chinese elements and houses a variety of paintings and sculptures. Oil, lacquer, silk and ceramic works are found next to ancient Champa relics.

Notre Dame Cathedral - The Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon is one of the city's most loved and famous landmarks. Officially known as the Cathedral Basilica of the Lady of the Immaculate Conception, it still retains the aura of grand bygone eras and holy sanctity. The most famous religious landmark in the city, the Notre Dame Cathedral was constructed by French colonists between 1863 and 1880. The cathedral features Romanesque architectural features, with a distinct red-brick aspect, stained glass windows and twin bell towers measuring 58 meters. A statue of Virgin Mary stands tall in front of the church.

Jade Emperor Pagoda - Jade Emperor Pagoda is a spectacular Taoist shrine in Ho Chi Minh City. It was built in 1909 by a migrant Cantonese community, the primary deity here is the 'King of Heaven' Chua Ngoc Hoang who regulates the entry of souls in the afterlife. The grotesque fate that awaits sinners is intricately carved on the temple's walls, which is often remains shrouded behind incense smoke. This fantastically red temple complex has a spectacular atmosphere welcoming both locals and tourists alike to explore its wonders and seek the blessings of the Jade Emperor, the supreme Taoist god.

Travel tips to Ho Chi Minh City

Be Flexible with Your Travel Plans

Planning is a good way to go traveling, be it domestically or internationally, but don’t disregard the fact that things can and most likely would not go as planned. This could either be due to suddenly the activity you want to do is unavailable or if more logistical issues force you to think of other ways to do things. Keep in mind that plan is a good base, but when you are traveling and there are a lot of external factors involved, it will be a different kind of adventure.

Bring Extra ATM & Credit Cards During Your Travel

There is a saying that doesn’t keep all your money with your person when you travel, but that doesn’t mean you should not bring extra money at all. Keep extra credit and atm cards with you when you travel. This will help greatly when things go south and believe me, it probably will. Keeping cards instead of cash with your person is better and safer.

Learn Few Local Words to Blend In

This will come in handy when you are traveling to a place where English is not their first, second, or only language at all. It is best to learn some local words that can help you through the trip, especially in terms of direction, transportation, medical, and such. Plus, it will open a ton of network opportunities with the locals to be able to be among them. You will be able to make friends and discover some hidden gems you never thought you would find.

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