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About Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City is located in Vietnam, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is one of the most populous cities in the world with a population of around 14,002,598. It runs on Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh time, currently UTC+7:00 relative to UTC. Ho Chi Minh City does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryVietnam
- Population14,002,598
- Latitude10.8230°
- Longitude106.6297°
- Time zoneAsia/Ho_Chi_Minh
- Current UTC offsetUTC+7:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Ho Chi Minh City Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Ho Chi Minh City's own coordinates.
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Top Places to Visit in Ho Chi Minh City
Notre Dame Cathedral
The Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon was built by French colonists between 1863 and 1880 using materials shipped from France, including the rose-colored bricks that give its facade a distinctive warm tone. Its twin bell towers rise 58 meters and remain one of District 1's most recognizable landmarks, drawing comparisons to its Parisian namesake despite its much smaller scale. The cathedral has undergone significant deterioration over its century-and-a-half and is currently in the midst of a major restoration expected to run through 2027, so parts of the exterior may be under scaffolding depending on when you visit. It sits at the center of Ho Chi Minh City's most walkable colonial-era district, directly beside the Central Post Office.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is about 7 km from District 1; take a taxi or Grab, which typically takes 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
From Saigon Railway Station in District 3, take a taxi or Grab for the roughly 3 km ride into central District 1.
From Mien Dong (Eastern) Bus Station, the city's main intercity terminal, take a taxi or Grab into District 1, roughly 30-40 minutes depending on traffic.
Saigon Central Post Office
The Saigon Central Post Office, built between 1886 and 1891 during the French colonial period, is often attributed in local lore to Gustave Eiffel, though the building's design is more accurately credited to French architect Alfred Foulhoux. Its high vaulted ceiling, twin information boards mapping colonial-era Vietnam, and rows of vintage wooden telephone booths give the interior a distinctly old-world feel that contrasts with its still-functioning role as a working post office. Visitors can buy stamps and postcards and mail them from the same counters used for over a century, and a large portrait of Ho Chi Minh presides over the main hall. It sits directly beside Notre Dame Cathedral, making the two a natural single stop.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is about 7 km from District 1; take a taxi or Grab, typically 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
From Saigon Railway Station, take a taxi or Grab for the short ride into District 1.
From Mien Dong Bus Station, take a taxi or Grab into District 1, roughly 30-40 minutes depending on traffic.
War Remnants Museum
The War Remnants Museum documents the Vietnam War through photography, military equipment and personal artifacts, with a particular focus on the war's impact on Vietnamese civilians, including extensive exhibits on Agent Orange and its long-term health effects. Originally opened in 1975 under a more pointed name reflecting its origins as a wartime memorial, it has since become one of the most visited museums in the country, drawing both Vietnamese visitors and a large international audience. The photography exhibits, drawn partly from international war photographers killed during the conflict, are unflinching and can be difficult to view, particularly the sections on chemical warfare's effects on children born afterward. Outside, a yard displays captured American aircraft, tanks and artillery.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is about 6 km from District 3; take a taxi or Grab, typically 15-25 minutes depending on traffic.
From Saigon Railway Station, the museum is about 2 km away; a short taxi or Grab ride covers it directly.
From Mien Dong Bus Station, take a taxi or Grab toward District 3, roughly 30 minutes depending on traffic.
Ben Thanh Market
Ben Thanh Market has stood at the center of Saigon's commercial life for over a century, its clock-tower entrance on Le Loi Street one of the most recognizable landmarks in the city. Inside, densely packed stalls sell everything from fresh produce and household goods to clothing, souvenirs and street food, with a particularly active food section serving Vietnamese dishes throughout the day. Bargaining is expected on most non-food items, and the market spills into a lively night market on the surrounding streets after the main building closes. It sits right beside the Ben Thanh metro station, the western terminus of the city's first metro line, making it one of the easiest major sights to reach without a car.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is about 7 km from Ben Thanh; take a taxi or Grab, typically 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
From Saigon Railway Station, take a taxi or Grab for the short ride to Ben Thanh, or connect via local bus routes serving the station.
From Mien Dong Bus Station, take Metro Line 1 toward Ben Thanh station, right beside the market, or take a taxi or Grab.
Independence Palace
Independence Palace, also known as Reunification Palace, was the residence and workplace of South Vietnam's president until April 1975, when a North Vietnamese tank crashed through its gates in the moment that effectively ended the Vietnam War, an event captured in one of the conflict's most famous photographs. The building has been preserved largely as it was left that day, with 1960s and 70s interiors, a war command room, and a rooftop helicopter pad still in place. Underground, a network of tunnels and bunkers built for wartime use is open to visitors, offering a very different atmosphere from the formal reception rooms above. Free English-language guided tours run periodically throughout the day and add useful context to the building's history.
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is about 6 km from the palace; take a taxi or Grab, typically 15-25 minutes depending on traffic.
From Saigon Railway Station, take a taxi or Grab for the roughly 2 km ride to the palace.
From Mien Dong Bus Station, take a taxi or Grab toward District 1, roughly 30 minutes depending on traffic.
Vietnam National Holidays
2026
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thu, Jan 1 |
| Tet (Lunar New Year) | Tue, Feb 17 |
| Hung Kings' Festival | Sun, Apr 26 |
| Reunification Day | Thu, Apr 30 |
| International Labor Day | Fri, May 1 |
| National Day | Wed, Sep 2 |
2027
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Fri, Jan 1 |
| Tet (Lunar New Year) | Sat, Feb 6 |
| Hung Kings' Festival | Fri, Apr 16 |
| Reunification Day | Fri, Apr 30 |
| International Labor Day | Sat, May 1 |
| National Day | Thu, Sep 2 |
2028
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Sat, Jan 1 |
| Tet (Lunar New Year) | Wed, Jan 26 |
| Hung Kings' Festival | Tue, Apr 4 |
| Reunification Day | Sun, Apr 30 |
| International Labor Day | Mon, May 1 |
| National Day | Sat, Sep 2 |
2029
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Mon, Jan 1 |
| Tet (Lunar New Year) | Tue, Feb 13 |
| Hung Kings' Festival | Mon, Apr 23 |
| Reunification Day | Mon, Apr 30 |
| International Labor Day | Tue, May 1 |
| National Day | Sun, Sep 2 |
2030
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Tue, Jan 1 |
| Tet (Lunar New Year) | Sun, Feb 3 |
| Hung Kings' Festival | Fri, Apr 12 |
| Reunification Day | Tue, Apr 30 |
| International Labor Day | Wed, May 1 |
| National Day | Mon, Sep 2 |
Daylight Saving Time
Ho Chi Minh City does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+7:00 year-round.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Ho Chi Minh City
What time zone is Ho Chi Minh City in?
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam uses the Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh time zone. It is currently on UTC+7:00. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Ho Chi Minh City observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Ho Chi Minh City does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+7:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Ho Chi Minh City today?
The sun rises at 5:42 AM and sets at 5:38 PM in Ho Chi Minh City today, giving 11h 56m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Ho Chi Minh City and New York City?
New York City is 11 hours behind Ho Chi Minh City right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Ho Chi Minh City?
Ho Chi Minh City is currently UTC+7:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.