Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
Traveler rating
3.1/5
Based on 79 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City worth booking?
Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City is a 1-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $8 per person. It scores 42 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.1/5 rating across 79 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 42 / 100
- Rating
- 3.1/5 (79)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $8 per person
The night tour is the best choice for those with limited time off. You get the fantastic night views of the metropolis, feasting on illuminated landmarks, and admiring the bustle of seemingly sleepless Ho Chi Minh City. The bus goes through famous attractions of the city including the Opera House, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Ba Son Bridge, City Hall, Saigon River, Ben Thanh Market, Western Area - Bui Vien walking street, War Remnants Museum...The trip starts at 92 - 96 Nguyen Hue Street, and will go around the city without stopping. Your night tour ends at Nguyen Hue Walking Street. You can hear the audio guide to local landmarks in multiple languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese. The operating night tour time: 16h00 – 22h30. Frequency: 30 minutes The operating midnight tour time: 23h00 – 7h00 next day. Frequency: 1 hour This is a non-stop bus tour, not for hop-on hop-off.
What you get
About this experience
The night tour is the best choice for those with limited time off. You get the fantastic night views of the metropolis, feasting on illuminated landmarks, and admiring the bustle of seemingly sleepless Ho Chi Minh City. The bus goes through famous attractions of the city including the Opera House, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Ba Son Bridge, City Hall, Saigon River, Ben Thanh Market, Western Area - Bui Vien walking street, War Remnants Museum...The trip starts at 92 - 96 Nguyen Hue Street, and will go around the city without stopping. Your night tour ends at Nguyen Hue Walking Street. You can hear the audio guide to local landmarks in multiple languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese. The operating night tour time: 16h00 – 22h30. Frequency: 30 minutes The operating midnight tour time: 23h00 – 7h00 next day. Frequency: 1 hour This is a non-stop bus tour, not for hop-on hop-off.
What's included
Included
- earphone, city map, insurance on bus, conical hat, raincoat on sunny and rainy day, water (from big bottle)
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Dinner
- pick up and drop off at hotel
What you'll see and do
People's Committee Building
The highlight of the area is the headquarters of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as the Hotel de Ville -during French colonial period. This is one of the most beautiful classical architectural works in Ho Chi Minh City, with a blend of Baroque architecture, Rococo-style decoration, and Art Nouveau-style iron gates, among others.
Pass by without stopping
Nguyen Hue Street
In the evening, Nguyen Hue pedestrian street is bustling and brightly lit. It is a colorful, attractive, and gathering place for everyone to feel the pulse of city life together.
30 minutes here
Saigon Central Post Office
The Central Post Office of Ho Chi Minh City is a classical European architectural style building combined with decorative lines of Asian style.
Pass by without stopping
Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral was built in 1877 as the first cathedral in Vietnam to be consecrated in 1959. The church was built in the mixed Romanesque and Gothic architectural style
Pass by without stopping
Cau Ba Son
The Ba Son Bridge (Vietnamese: Cầu Ba Son), originally known as Thu Thiem 2 Bridge, is a 6-lane bridge in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, opened in 2022. The bridge crosses the Saigon River to link District 1 and Thu Duc City.
Pass by without stopping
War Remnants Museum
The War Remnants Museum, where exhibits, artifacts, and documents display evidence of the crimes and consequences of wars that have taken place in Vietnam.
Pass by without stopping
Bui Vien Street
Bui Vien Street is known as the "Western Street" (Pho Tay) because of its Western culture-oriented features. This street is always crowded with backpackers who come here to have fun, try local cuisines, and explore new places during their trip to Saigon.
Pass by without stopping
Ben Thanh Market
Ben Thanh Market is located in the center of Ho Chi Minh City. the market is one of the earliest surviving structures in Ho Chi Minh City and an important symbol of the city. Ben Thanh Market is a famous destination for many local and foreign tourists from all around the world.
Pass by without stopping
Bitexco Financial Tower
Bitexco Financial Tower is a skyscraper in Ho Chi Minh City. With 68 floors above ground and three basements, the building has a height of 262.5 metres (861 ft), making it the second tallest building in the city. At Floor 49, at height around 178 metres, there is an observation deck open to the public.
Pass by without stopping
Bến Bạch Dằng
Bach Dang Pier is located on the banks of the Saigon River. It might be the most beautiful and romantic place in Ho chi Minh City. You should go to Bach Dang Pier in the evening or if you want a panoramic view of Saigon and you can experience by cruise boat.
Pass by without stopping
Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
The Municipal Theatre of Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon Opera House, is an opera house in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It is an example of French Colonial architecture in Vietnam.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ho Chi Minh City
Near The City Hall, Opera House, Rex Hotel
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Near The City Hall, Opera House, Rex Hotel
Options you can book
1-round Night tour Ho Chi Minh
Duration: 1 hour One round city tour double decker bus
1 Round HCM Midnight bus Tour
Duration: 1 hour Minh-night bus tour in Ho Chi Double decker bus
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, vi, ko, cmn, ja, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- ANH VIET HOP ON - HOP OFF VIET NAM
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operating Schedule: 4:00 pm – 10:30 pm (night tour), 11:00 pm-7:00 am next day (midnight tour).
- In an effort to minimize plastic waste, contributing to a more sustainable and eco-friendly experience, the operator will supply a pour 20-liter water container. Kindly bring your own reusable bottle to refill. We also provide paper cups for your use.
- Please note that while we strive to ensure a smooth and frequent service, the tour schedule and route are subject to sudden changes due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions, and unforeseen circumstances. Traffic congestion or road closures may lead to delays, reduced frequency, or alterations to the route. Your understanding is appreciated.
- This is a non-stop bus tour, not for hop-on hop-off. You have access 1 time during the pass capacity. If you get off the bus, you are unable to get on again.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 79 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
79 verified traveler reviews for Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Night bus tour
It was disappointing that the bus left 45 minutes after it was scheduled as they waited around to get others to join.
via Tripadvisor
Disappointing
Somebody telling us about the sights Coming from another country would have loved the here about yours
via Viator
Wonderful Night at Ho Chi Minh city
Cool experience, the night view is awesome that made the tour more worthy, will do it again !!
via Tripadvisor
Huge disappointment
I was expecting a double decker tour where they provide earphones and you listen to prerecorded tour guide in your selected language as I've done in the past in other countries. When we got on board, there was no one passing out earphones. Instead, we were directed to our seats and the employee walked away. I called him back to ask him about earphones and he moved us to another seat, handed us earphones, and told us the device should work. Unfortunately, the prerecorded guides we were listening to were of such terrible sound quality. Sometimes all we could hear was static. Other times it was so low we couldn't hear anything. Not even halfway through the one hour tour, mine stopped working completely and I had to share earphones with my friend. To top it off, halfway through the tour, there were passengers at the back of the bus that for some reason decided to be loud and obnoxious for the rest of the tour by yelling at people on the street, being loud and rude for no apparent reason, and no staff came to stop them. I usually enjoy double decker tours but this one was a huge disappointment. I HIGHLY suggest going with a different company.
Response from the operator: Dear value customer Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience with our Hop-On Hop-Off tour did not meet your expectations. We sincerely apologize for the issues with the audio guide and earphones. We understand that clear and reliable commentary is an important part of the sightseeing experience, and the poor sound quality and malfunctioning earphones clearly affected your enjoyment of the tour. We are reviewing our audio equipment and service procedures to prevent this from happening again. We are also sorry that our staff did not assist you proactively when you first boarded and that the disruptive behavior of other passengers was not properly addressed during the tour. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we will remind our team to be more attentive and responsive to passengers throughout the journey. Your feedback is valuable to us and will be shared with our operations team for immediate improvement. We hope you will give us another opportunity in the future to provide you with the comfortable and enjoyable sightseeing experience you expected. Kind regards, Anh Viet Hop On Hop Off Vietnam Team
via Viator
No guide or Audio provided, made this just become a drive around Ho Chi Minh
This tour promised a lot and delivered little. We were supposed to be provided with an audio guide and there was a plug in at each seat where you could connect and select your language etc, however we were never provided with the headsets. When we asked the driver why not he just waved us away and pretended like he didn't understand english. So we saw lots of lovely buildings/bridges/streets, but had no idea of their significance or what we were looking at. Very disappointing.
Response from the operator: Dear value customer Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We sincerely apologize that your experience did not meet the standard we aim to provide. We are particularly sorry that you were not provided with the audio guide headsets and that your request for assistance was not handled appropriately by our driver. We fully understand how disappointing it must have been to visit the city’s landmarks without being able to learn about their history and significance. This is certainly not the level of service we expect from our team. We are reviewing this incident with our operations staff and reminding our drivers and crew that every passenger should receive proper assistance, especially when requesting the included audio guide service. We truly appreciate you bringing this matter to our attention. Your feedback helps us identify areas where we need to improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a much better experience in the future. Kind regards, Anh Viet Hop On Hop Off Vietnam Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $8 to $9
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 28
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 42
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.
How much does Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City cost?
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Prices start at $8 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ho Chi Minh City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ho Chi Minh City is not rushed.
Is Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 42 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.1/5 across 79 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Around 28 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ho Chi Minh City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ho Chi Minh City and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ho Chi Minh City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City?
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On Outty we rank every Ho Chi Minh City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cai Be Mekong Delta Tour: Cooking Class, Cycling & Craft Villages, Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta 1 Day Tour With Small Group. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Included: earphone, city map, insurance on bus, conical hat, raincoat on sunny and rainy day, water; On-board WiFi; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Dinner; and pick up and drop off at hotel. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Near The City Hall, Opera House, Rex Hotel Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City offered in?
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It is offered in German, Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Ho Chi Minh City. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Across 79 reviews averaging 3.1 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Night Bus Tour in Ho Chi Minh City?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including 1-round Night tour Ho Chi Minh, 1 Round HCM Midnight bus Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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