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4 Days in Ho Chi Minh City 🇻🇳 | Best Food in Saigon, Coffee Shops & Shopping Guide (2026)

by Sol Life · Watch on YouTube ↗

A culture-lover's itinerary for exploring Vietnam's largest city

This PinGuide itinerary covers 18 places for food, coffee, and shopping in Ho Chi Minh City. Sol Life’s travel video provides a framework for exploring the city’s vibrant culture over four days. This guide features local eateries, specialty coffee shops, and unique boutiques. It also includes historical sites and lively markets.

The focus keyphrase for this guide is “Ho Chi Minh City 4-day itinerary.” This guide highlights key experiences from the video. It offers concrete advice for navigating these diverse locations.

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01

Start your Ho Chi Minh City 4-day itinerary at Giang cafe.

Giang cafe

Coffee · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

06:30–00:00 daily
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · Giang cafe

This cafe is open 24 hours. Consider trying their sweet coffee. The atmosphere is quiet, filled with old records and books.

02

After coffee, head to Phở Việt Nam for a traditional meal.

Phở Việt Nam

Vietnamese Cuisine · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

06:00-22:00 daily 02838201237
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · Phở Việt Nam

This spot is known for fresh, bouncy noodles made in-house. Order a bowl of southern pho with mixed meats. You can customize your soup with various herbs and condiments.

03

Cross the street from CAB APT to visit 廣肇會館 – Quảng Triệu Hội Quán.

廣肇會館 – Quảng Triệu Hội Quán

Film Photography · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

1 insider tip
04

Continue your coffee exploration at Sipply Specialty Coffee.

Sipply Specialty Coffee

Film Photography · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

08:00–20:00 daily +84866331587
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · Sipply Specialty Coffee

This cafe features a vintage design and an open balcony. Try the cloudy coconut coffee. The cold brew with rice milk foam is another option.

05

For lunch, stop at Bánh Mì Huynh Hoa.

Bánh Mì Huynh Hoa

Vietnamese Cuisine · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

06:00–22:00 daily 0962455517
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · Bánh Mì Huynh Hoa

This spot serves a large, deconstructed bánh mì. It is recommended to buy one to share. A small sitting area is available for eating.

06

Begin your shopping excursion at Rue Miche Boutique.

Rue Miche Boutique

Shopping · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

10:00–21:30 daily +84 904260842
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · Rue Miche Boutique

This boutique offers unique designs and cuts. It is considered a well-curated shopping spot in Saigon.

07

From there, discover jewelry at Deeritage – Vintage Jewelry.

Deeritage – Vintage Jewelry

4.9 (990) Rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google from 990 reviews

Shopping · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

09:30–22:00 daily +84 946 224 495
1 insider tip
08

Next, explore shoes and bags at waa. studios.

waa. studios

Shopping · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

09:30–21:30 daily +84898797179
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · waa. studios

This store features cool pieces for shoes and bags. It is a good place to find unique accessories.

09

Visit Forward Perfume for unique fragrances.

Forward Perfume

5.0 (2,419) Rated 5.0 out of 5 on Google from 2,419 reviews

Film Photography · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · Forward Perfume

This shop, located in an apartment complex, offers unique scents. The packaging is pretty. The staff are knowledgeable, and candle cups are reusable.

10

Head to Ho Chi Minh City Book Street for literature and souvenirs.

Ho Chi Minh City Book Street

Landmark · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

08:00–21:00 (Monday-Friday), 08:00–21:30 (Saturday-Sunday)
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · Ho Chi Minh City Book Street

This street is near the post office. It features many small bookstores. You can find a wide range of Vietnamese literature, postcards, and notebooks.

11

Walk to the Saigon Central Post Office, a historic landmark.

Saigon Central Post Office

Landmark · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

07:00–19:00 daily +842838221677
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · Saigon Central Post Office

This building remains a functioning post office. Purchase postcards and souvenirs here. You can mail items on the spot for a special memory.

12

Find handcrafted gifts at LaMay – Authentic Handcrafted Vietnam Gifts & Souvenirs.

LaMay – Authentic Handcrafted Vietnam Gifts & Souvenirs

Film Photography · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

1 insider tip
13

Cross to the east side of HCMC for Trốn Cà Phê – Thảo Điền.

Trốn Cà Phê – Thảo Điền

Coffee · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

07:00–17:00 daily 0902494593
1 insider tip
14

Nearby, explore lifestyle items at objoff.

objoff

Shopping · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

11:00–21:00 daily
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · objoff

This shop offers fun items and cool designs. Look for cute coffee cups and unique presents. The store has many appealing products.

15

Discover Vietnamese designers at OHQUAO Living etc.

OHQUAO Living etc.

Film Photography · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

10:00–20:00 daily 0708337556
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · OHQUAO Living etc.

This store features a good selection of local designers. It is known for a silver jewelry brand. Many cool items are available.

16

Continue your shopping at TuHu Ceramics.

TuHu Ceramics

Film Photography · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

09:00–18:00 daily +84 349 096 060
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · TuHu Ceramics

This shop sells beautiful ceramics with subtle and earthy colors. Prices are reasonable. Consider buying a unique cup.

17

Conclude your journey at Ben Thanh Market, one of the city's largest markets.

Ben Thanh Market

Landmark · District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

06:00–18:00 daily
1 insider tip

Sol Life · curator · Ben Thanh Market

This market houses thousands of stalls. You can find clothes, accessories, and fresh produce. It offers a lively atmosphere for browsing.

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