Bui Vien Walking Street

Commercial district

★ 4.9 (66K+ reviews) • 782K+ booked

Bui Vien Walking Street is one of the most exciting places to visit in Ho Chi Minh City. Located in the Pham Ngu Lao Ward, this walking street is part of the city's famous Backpacker District, where both locals and foreign tourists come to enjoy the fun. Also called “Western Street,” Bui Vien is packed with vibrant bars, street food, coffee shops, souvenir shops, and restaurants. Bui Vien Street is made up of three main roads: Bui Vien, Pham Ngu Lao Street, and De Tham. It’s usually compared to Bangkok’s Khao San Road and is a top pick for Western tourists and young Saigonese. You’ll find live performances, street art performances, massage parlors offering foot massages and oil massages, and even the famous Bui Vien Street massage spots. The nearby Nguyen Hue Walking Street, another unmissable destination, offers a more relaxed vibe and is often called the second walking street of Saigon. Whether you're sipping a drink at View Rooftop Bar, trying food at stalls, or people-watching with coffee, Bui Vien Walking Street is a lively, multicultural spot full of energy that keeps young people and first-time tourists coming back for more.

Bui Vien Walking Street, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Ursula *********

1 Jul

Perfect! It's a super-complete excursion, highly recommended. Our guide, Hài, was a Mekong local and explained everything with such passion that we felt it all. Everything was perfect!

Ritz ************

1 Jul

Easy to use. Very convenient. Claim it to ticket booth in Saigon opera house and thats it.

Felix ***

1 Jul

great class! chef was clear and speaks good English! you’ll enjoy this as much as our group. importantly, the recipes are amazing and tasty! not difficult to replicate at home too! I recommend your booking!

maryclaire ****

1 Jul

we had a great time! LOCKIE is the best guide! you can ask him anything and he’ll explain to you. the tour is worth your money. 💯recommended!

陳 **

1 Jul

The local red-dressed employees were all sitting. It was raining and I could hardly find anyone to exchange tickets in the crowd. I was a little unhappy.

Katherine ****************

30 Jun

We had a great experience on our Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong River tour! Everything was well-organized and seamless, from pick-up to drop-off. Our guide, Vinh, was excellent. His English was great, he was very accommodating, and he made sure all the guests were comfortable and taken care of throughout the day. He shared a lot of interesting information and patiently answered everyone’s questions. The tour itself was packed with activities but didn’t feel rushed. Highly recommended, especially if you get Vinh as your guide!

Vedda ***************

30 Jun

If you want to explore Saigon, double decker bus city tour is one of the best option. During our ride the weather is good, we go there at 4:00 pm even though it was day time still I love it. It was our first time to ride the city tour bus. so we are amazed because we see the beauty of Saigon. Best time to ride is 6:30pm because you will see the city lights.

Vedda ***************

30 Jun

The Indochina Cruise will start at 6:30 pm, so you can enter and take photos while waiting the food to be serve. It was a great experience, there's a lot of food you can picked. You can see the night lights of Ho Chi Minh City.

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Things to Do in Bui Vien Walking Street

Explore Bui Vien Walking Street

Bui Vien Walking Street is a busy, multicultural night spot popular with tourists and young Saigonese. You'll find street art, live music, and plenty of restaurants, cafes, bars, and hostels in the nearby backpacker district. Even if you don't like loud parties, you can still enjoy the lively atmosphere by relaxing in a quiet cafe or restaurant.

Relax at Coffee Shops on Bui Vien Street

Bui Vien has both big coffee chains like Starbucks, Bobby Brown, and Trung Nguyen, and local spots with special flavors. For a quiet break, try hidden gems like Hanoi Corner, Nha Co 3 Lau, or Ut Lanh Cafe. These places have a calm, vintage feel where you can enjoy a tasty egg coffee or bac xiu (Vietnamese white coffee) away from the busy crowds.

Experience nightlife in Bui Vien Street bars

Bui Vien Street is famous as a Western street in Saigon, known for its exciting and vibrant nightlife. Filled with many unique pubs and bars, it's often called the city's most luxurious "never-sleep" street because of its bright, sparkling lights and lively crowd.

Enjoy Bui Vien Street at night

Later in the night, Bui Vien Street gets busier with tourists. The streets fill with people walking, smells from street food vendors, chatting voices, and loud music. You can visit bars and pubs, enjoy live music, try a foot massage, or relax at rooftop cafes. This lively mix makes it one of the best nightlife spots in Ho Chi Minh City.

Try a variety of Saigon's food

Cool off with coconut sticky rice ice cream, a tasty treat from Thailand loved by locals and tourists. If you're craving BBQ, you'll find street vendors grilling delicious skewers with simple, flavorful recipes unique to Vietnamese cuisine.

Don't miss the popular local tofu dessert, made with soft tofu, sugar juice, jelly balls, coconut milk, and ginger, all for just 8,000 VND or 0.48 AUD. You can also enjoy colorful rolled pho, noodles mixed with natural vegetable colors like beetroot and mustard greens, served with a light, tasty dipping sauce.

Popular Attractions Near Bui Vien Walking Street

Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Nguyen Hue Walking Street is a wide, lively spot in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, just a 10-minute drive from Bui Vien Walking Street. It's a great place to take a stroll, watch street performances, enjoy colorful lights, and relax by the fountains. You'll also find plenty of cafes, snack stalls, and space to hang out with friends or take photos. It's a favorite evening spot for both locals and tourists.

Opera House

Saigon Opera House is a beautiful French-style building in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. It's a great place to watch live shows like musicals, traditional Vietnamese performances, and dance shows. You can also take photos outside or admire the architecture. The Opera House is about 10 minutes from Bui Vien Walking Street by taxi or motorbike.

Landmark 81

Landmark 81 is the tallest building in Vietnam and one of the tallest in Southeast Asia. It's a great place to visit for amazing city views, shopping, dining, and even ice skating. You can go to the SkyView on the top floors for a 360-degree view of Ho Chi Minh City. There's also a mall, cinema, restaurants, and a park by the river. It takes about 25 minutes to get to Landmark 81 from Bui Vien Walking Street by taxi or Grab.

War Remnants Museum

Just a 10-minute drive from Bui Vien Walking Street, the War Remnants Museum gives you a deeper look into Vietnam's past. Here, you'll see real photos, tanks, and stories from the Vietnam War. It's a great stop to learn something new before heading back to the lively streets of Ho Chi Minh City.

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