Ho Chi Minh City Double-Decker Bus Ticket
Open-top double-decker hop-on hop-off bus looping past Notre-Dame, Reunification Palace & Ben Thanh Market with audio guide. Compare live prices and coupons.
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What it is
City Sightseeing's red double-decker bus runs a hop-on hop-off loop around central Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), with the main boarding point near the Saigon Opera House in District 1. Riders sit on the open upper deck for unobstructed views of the city's French colonial architecture, tree-lined boulevards, and modern skyline. A multilingual audio guide plays automatically as the bus passes each attraction, available in English, Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, French, Spanish, German, and Russian. A separate Chinatown (Cho Lon) route covers the historic Chinese quarter along Tran Hung Dao and Hai Thuong Lan Ong streets. Pass options include a 4-hour city or Chinatown pass, a 1-day combined pass (day + night), a 1-day premium pass, and a 2-day pass — giving flexibility for short layovers and multi-day visitors alike. Buses typically operate morning and evening sessions, with the night tour being especially popular for seeing the city lit up after dark.
Highlights
- Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon — striking neo-Romanesque twin-towered church built entirely from imported French materials; a centerpiece of the colonial-era city center and one of Vietnam's most photographed landmarks
- Saigon Central Post Office — designed in the late 19th century in French Gothic-Renaissance style, the interior features a grand arched ceiling and a portrait of Ho Chi Minh; still a working post office and a must-see for architecture lovers
- Reunification Palace (Independence Palace) — the historic government building where the Vietnam War ended on April 30, 1975; the preserved interiors and rooftop helipad make it one of the city's most meaningful sites
- Ben Thanh Market — Saigon's most iconic public market, a hub for street food, local produce, and souvenirs; the roundabout in front is a great spot to experience the city's legendary motorbike traffic up close
- Nguyen Hue Walking Street & Bitexco Financial Tower — the city's main pedestrian boulevard flanked by fountains and cafes, overlooked by the sail-shaped Bitexco tower and its Saigon Skydeck observation floor
- Chinatown (Cho Lon) route — a separate loop through Saigon's Chinese quarter, passing Thien Hau Pagoda, An Dong Market, and the historic shophouse streetscapes of the Hoa community
Good to know
- The night tour (typically departing around 5:00–5:30 PM) is widely considered the highlight — city lights illuminate the colonial facades and modern towers beautifully, and the heat of the day has passed; upper-deck seats fill fast so arrive early
Frequently asked
- Where do I board the hop-on hop-off double-decker bus in Ho Chi Minh City?
- The main boarding point and ticket-redemption counter is near the Saigon Opera House in District 1. If you booked through Klook or another OTA, you'll typically exchange your e-voucher there before boarding. A Grab app pin is usually available to navigate directly to the stop, which is helpful given the busy surrounding traffic.
- What is the difference between the 4-hour pass, 1-day pass, and 2-day pass?
- The 4-hour pass is valid for a single session (day or Chinatown route) and suits travelers on a tight schedule. The 1-day pass covers both the city and Chinatown routes and typically includes access to both day and night tours within a 24-hour window. The 2-day pass gives you the same full access over two calendar days — ideal if you want to explore multiple sites at a relaxed pace.
- Is there a live tour guide on board, and what languages does the audio commentary support?
- Standard passes do not include a live guide. Instead, each bus is equipped with a multilingual audio commentary system that plays automatically as you pass each landmark. Languages typically supported include English, Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin), French, Spanish, German, and Russian.