Is Ho Chi Minh City Expensive?

Is Ho Chi Minh City expensive to visit?

While Ho Chi Minh City is a popular place for travelers, it is also somewhat affordable and less expensive to visit. The average daily cost is $87, which is one of the many reasons for its popularity with tourists. When compared to other destinations in Asia, many visitors find it to be a moderately priced destination. It's in the top 50% of places in Asia for its travel costs, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to Ayutthaya and Guilin.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

How expensive is Ho Chi Minh City?

For a trip to Ho Chi Minh City, travelers spend on average $87 per day (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations from previous visitors. As this is an average cost, your individual spending may vary, especially since there's a wide range of accommodation, food, transportation, and entertainment options here. If you stick to moderately-priced hotels and restaurants, as well as take advantage of some of free things to do in the area, you can stick close to the average budget. See more travel costs for Ho Chi Minh City here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Ho Chi Minh City?

On average, a weekend trip to Ho Chi Minh City costs about $262 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a weekend trip costs $524.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Ho Chi Minh City?

A one week trip to Ho Chi Minh City costs about $611 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,223.

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam

Is it expensive to backpack in Ho Chi Minh City?

Ho Chi Minh City has a very limited selection of hostels and budget accommodation, so it's not the first place that comes to mind for backpackers looking for social and cheap accommodations. This makes it hard at times to travel here as a backpacker, so you'll have to be resourceful to travel on a tight budget here. Low-cost hotels are always an option, as are guesthouses or couch surfing options. The difficulties in finding budget accommodation are especially tough for solo travelers who might need to pay for the full price of a hotel room on their own. Otherwise, you can save money here by finding free activities, eating at low-cost restaurants or cooking your own food, and using public transportation when available.

Are hotels expensive in Ho Chi Minh City?

When we look at our analysis of hotel prices in Ho Chi Minh City, we find them to be somewhat higher in price in comparison to the rest of the world. The average nightly cost for a hotel room here is approximately $31. The area boasts about 29 five-star hotels with an average rate of $111 per night. For those seeking a balance between comfort and affordability, three-star hotels offer an average rate of $37 per night, while two-star hotels provide an even more budget-friendly option at $22 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Ho Chi Minh City?

In Ho Chi Minh City, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $19 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $13.

• Ho Chi Minh City Private Tour With A Local Expert: $140
• Saigon: City Unseen Highlights 2h Tour | Opt: Ao Dai Riders: $18
• Ho Chi Minh City Sightseeing, midnight, Shopping tours by scooter: $29
• Private Half-Day Bike Tour in Saigon with Guide: $50
• Saigon Slum tour and Saigon Chillspots by motorbike/ Aodai rider: $36
• Private Tour To Mekong Delta 1 day from Ho Chi Minh City: $119
• Paradise Cave & Dark Cave adventure Zipline Mud Bath, Jungle Trek: $58
• 2-Day Nature & Family Adventure at Family Tiny Garden: $59

Is food expensive in Ho Chi Minh City?

In Ho Chi Minh City, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $23 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $21.

• Saigon Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By scooter with Student: $20
• Ho Chi Minh City: Motorbike Street Food Tour with 12 Tastings: $30
• 1 hour Egg Coffee Cooking Class with Snack and Local Instructor: $15
• Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike: $26
• Saigon Sight & Food Tour By Night (Private Tour): $35
• Taste of Saigon: Local Street Food Tour: $55

Is transportation expensive in Ho Chi Minh City?

Exploring local transportation in Ho Chi Minh City shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $15 per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $11. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.