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Xuan Thuy was the pen name of poet Nguyen Trong Nham He served as the Foreign Minister of North Vietnam in the early 1960s and chief negotiator at the Paris Peace Accords in the 1970s.

Today, Xuan Thuy street lies between Nguyen Van Huong and Thao Dien street in District 2. Amongst the villas, spas, restaurants and boutiques you can find amazing local products. From a little garden café to authentic ceramic stores it is a great street for shopping or a relax place for reading over ca phe sua đa (traditional Vietnamese coffee with sweetened condensed milk)

41 Hoang Du Khuong Street, Ward 12, District 10

Housed in a unique building that blends traditional and modern architecture, the six-story museum features 18 exhibition rooms.

Guests can learn more about the types and history of traditional medicine thanks to English-language descriptions and regular screenings of the documentary film, “A Century of Health Care Experiences.”

The name ‘A O’ comes from ‘Lang Pho’, which means ‘village and city’. The show depicts the humble charm and rich culture of countryside life that juxtaposes the nation’s rapid urbanization. The performance features a unique mix of bamboo cirque, acrobatics, contemporary dance, and visual art accompanied by music that contains echoes of southern Vietnamese work songs.

81 Nguyen Xien Street, Long Binh Ward, District 9

The unique modern design of this Buddhist temple attracts plenty of local visitors. Built in 1942 on a hill near the Dong Nai River, the pagoda was restored in 2007 and reflects a combination of styles including those from India, Myanmar, and Thailand.

A Vespa tour of Saigon will give you a view of the city unlike any other package tour with discovers you could never make on your own. The experienced tour provider knows the city and provides the perfect mix of must-see landmarks alongside more obscure spots.

15 Nguyen U Di Street, Thao Dien Ward, District 2

The Factory is the first museum in all of Saigon built exclusively for contemporary art. It strives to preserve and promote contemporary art and displays different exhibitions every month that feature local and international artists representing a wide range of styles and themes.

86-102 Xuân Thủy, Thảo Điền, Quận 2, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

Demailly Vincent, commonly known as Vincent, is a painter from France who, after your years working in Saigon, decided to start his own business with a unique self-constructed tricycle. His passion stems from his deep love of Saigon coffee. At Spin Coffee you can enjoy a cup of Ca Phe Sua Da (coffee with sweetened condensed milk) made with “Cau Dat” – one of the highest quality coffees in all of Vietnam.

63 Xuan Thuy Street, Thao Dien Ward, District 2

Mekong River offers a variety of traditional handmade products created by local artisans who adhere to techniques passed down generation to generation. Whether acquired from villages in the Mekong Delta, or produced in the city as influenced by sleek contemporary styles, each handicraft item for sale embodies important elements of Vietnamese culture.

206/19/30 Long Thuan, Long Phuoc Ward, District 9

An Ao Dai reflects the character of Vietnamese women: gentleness, discretion, delicacy, and a rich inner mind.. Artist and designer Si Hoang built this 20,000 sqm. museum on the island in District 9 over the course of 12 years. It features a vast collection of the nation’s iconic dresses dating back to the 1700s. The gorgeous and peaceful grounds are as much a reason to visit as to learn about the history of the Ao Dai.