48 hours in Saigon (HCMC)

Energy is high, sidewalks are a puzzle, and the food is 24/7. Structure beats spontaneity here — or you’ll heat-walk in circles.

Day 1: history & downtown rhythm

Morning: Reunification Palace + War Remnants (heavy content — plan breaks). Afternoon: coffee in District 1, then a slow walk through colonial blocks.

Day 2: food alleys & modern corners

Pick one market deep-dive (Ben Thanh periphery for snacks, less “tourist floor”). Evening: rooftops for skyline — book ahead for sunset slots.

• Try banh xeo in an alley with beer saigon
• Carry a light scarf for A/C hop between venues