24-Hour Cho Lon - Chinatown Hop-On Hop-Off Tourist Bus in Ho Chi Minh City

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General Description Exploring Cho Lon on a panoramic hop-on hop-off bus tour allows you to discover the world's largest Chinatown through its historic temples, vibrant markets, traditional architecture, and rich Sino-Vietnamese cultural heritage, with full flexibility and informative onboard commentary Exploring Cho Lon, recognized as the world's largest Chinatown, is an essential experience for first-time visitors to Ho Chi Minh City and for those seeking to discover authentic corners beyond the usual tourist routes. This panoramic double-decker bus tour offers a unique perspective on the city's Sino-Vietnamese cultural heart, combining the convenience of a hop-on hop-off system with the freedom to explore at your own pace one of Saigon's most traditional, vibrant, and fascinating neighborhoods. As the bus travels through the district's streets, you'll feel the characteristic energy of Cho Lon, where centuries of history, bustling commerce, and cuisine deeply rooted in Chinese heritage coexist.

The tour allows you to appreciate the neighborhood's unique architecture up close, including ancestral temples, ancient pagodas, traditional alleyways, and colorful houses that reflect the cultural identity of this community. Iconic sites like Thien Hau Temple and Quan De Temple showcase the spirituality and traditions that have defined Ho Chi Minh City's Chinatown for generations. The journey also invites you to discover iconic places like Hao Si Phuong Alley, famous for its photogenic architecture, or the lively Hai Thuong Lan Ong, known for its tradition in traditional Chinese medicine and considered one of the most representative streets of Chinatown in Vietnam.

One of the tour's greatest attractions is the chance to experience the dynamic atmosphere of the Cho Lon markets, where commerce bustles non-stop from the early hours of the morning. Binh Tay Market, Kim Bien Market, and An Dong Market bring together local produce, traditional goods, and a wide variety of merchandise that reflect the district's vibrant economic activity. Furthermore, gastronomy plays a fundamental role in this experience, as restaurants, eateries, and traditional stalls pop up on every corner, offering the opportunity to sample classic Chinese and Vietnamese dishes, transforming the visit into a sensory journey encompassing flavors, aromas, and colors.

The experience is further enriched by the onboard narration, available in several languages, which provides insights into the history, origins, and cultural influence of the monuments and neighborhoods located along the route. This audio guide helps you understand the historical significance of Cho Lon, from its earliest communities to its consolidation as one of Saigon's most authentic cultural enclaves. The bus tour is designed with strategic stops that allow you to appreciate panoramic views, explore temples, visit traditional markets, and delve into iconic areas at your own pace, enjoying the flexibility offered by the Hop On Hop Off system Additional Information Starting bus stop is at West Gate of Ben Thanh Market No. 23 Phan Chu Trinh St., Dist. 1 or Binh Tay Market 57A Thap Muoi Street, District 6. The bus will go around Cho Lon Chinatown. This tour allows tourists to discover Cho Lon area, including District 5 and District 6 and part of District 1 by passing through many streets and the most attractive places such as Thien Hau Temple, Quan De Temple, Hai Thuong Lan Ong Decoration Street, Hao Si Phuong Alley, Oriental Medicine Street, Binh Tay Market, Kim Bien Market, An Dong Market, and moreOPERATING TIME: 08:00 AM – 10:30 PM - FREQUENCY: every 30 minutesTravelers can hop on hop off on daytime (9:00 – 15:30), but after 16:00 the buses run without stopping. Travelers cannot hop on and offChildren must be accompanied by an adult at all timeCheck-in: 15 minutes in advance to the departure time. In case of not arriving on time, please wait for further arrangements from the staff. Customers have to check in or redeem your e-tickets/vouchers at the bus station before using ticket. Upon arrival at the redemption location, please present your printed voucher and photo ID or e-ticket in exchange for your activityEarphones are available, or you are welcome to use your own onesCheck bus stops and route Saigon-Cho Lon City tour- Chinatown: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1UzkEg9iGgR2oQ1rOZtsFvLVWw7iAnDo&usp=sharingTours operate in all weather, rain or shine. Full refunds due to weather will not be granted unless the service is suspended as a result of weather. In case of heavy rain, the tour will still operate, but passengers who choose not to participate will be offered a reschedule. If passengers are still unable to do the activity, a partial refund will be processedWhile we strive to ensure a smooth and regular service, bus schedules may be delayed, reduced in frequency, or have routes changed suddenly due to traffic congestion, weather conditions, road closures during holidays and festivals, and other unforeseen circumstances. Your understanding is appreciatedIn 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 useSmoking, pets: not allowed on boardFull loop: 90 minutes (approx.) Inclusions 24 hour Saigon-Cho Lon city tour - Chinatown ticketAudio guide in Vietnamese, English, Chinese, French, Japanese, SpanishCity map, drinking water (20-litre bottle) and free wifi on boardConical hat and raincoat available for sunny and rainy daysInsurance on bus Exclusions Hotel pick up and drop offAdmission to attractionsEntrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusionsAny other service not specified Cancellation Policy Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the service. Cancellation with less notice or no-show will result in no refund Meeting Point Starting bus stop is at West Gate of Ben Thanh Market No. 23 Phan Chu Trinh St., Dist. 1 or Binh Tay Market 57A Thap Muoi Street, District 6
- Stop 15: No. 23 Phan Chu Trinh St., Dist. 1 (West Gate of Ben Thanh Market)
- Stop 16: No. 148 Tran Hung Dao St., Dist. 1 (Pullman Hotel - Western Area – Bui Vien Walking Street)
- Stop 17: No. 520 Tran Hung Dao St., Dist. 1 (Truong Vinh Ky Mausoleum and Memorial House - Cho Quan Parish Church)
- Stop 18: No. 16 Tran Hung Dao St., Dist. 5 (Dong Khanh Hotel - Chinatown HCMC)
- Stop 19: No. 206 Tran Hung Dao St., Dist. 5 (Hao Si Phuong Alley – District 5 Cutural Center)
- Stop 20: No. 13-15 Chau Van Liem St., Dist. 5 (Ho Chi Minh Memorial House - Oriental Medicine Street - Hai Thuong Lan Ong Decoration Street - Nhi Phu Temple - St. Francis Xavier Church - Soai Kinh Lam Cloth Market)
- Stop 21: No. 57A Thap Muoi St., Dist. 5 (Binh Tay Market - Kim Bien Market - Hai Thuong Lan Ong Decoration Street)
- Stop 22: No. 14-16 Chau Van Liem St., Dist. 5 (Statue of Phan Dinh Phung, Cho Lon Post Office - Hai Thuong Lan Ong Ancient House Area - Oriental Medicine Street)
- Stop 23: No. 695 Nguyen Trai St., Dist. 5 (Tue Thanh Assembly Hall (Thien Hau Temple) - Nghia An Assembly Hall (Quan De Temple) - Xa Tay Market - Cho Lon Mosque)
- Stop 24: No. 59B An Duong Vuong St., Dist. 5 (An Dong Market)
- Stop 25: No. 23 Tran Phu St., Dist. 5 (Equatorial Hotel - Art street - Ho Thi Ky Flower Market)
- Stop 26: No. 235 Nguyen Van Cu St., Dist. 5 (Le Hong Phong High School – HCMC University of Science – Now Zone Commercial Center)
- Stop 27: No. 255 Tran Hung Dao St., Dist. 1 (Ho Chi Minh City Press Center)
- Stop 4: No. 187 Pham Ngu Lao St., Dist. 1 (Western Area – Bui Vien Walking Street – September 23 Park)
- Stop 9: No. 92-96 Nguyen Hue St., Dist. 1 (Nguyen Hue Walking Street – City Hall – Opera House)