Best Places To Go For Christmas In Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) This 2023

The end of the year is always a time when Saigon becomes the most glamorous and vibrant, especially during major celebrations like Christmas. On this occasion, Saigon transforms into a dazzling and lively painting, drawn with sparkling lights and the warm, festive atmosphere of the season of love. If you're looking for entertaining places to capture memorable moments during the holidays, CHUS will suggest the best places to go for Christmas; all are attractive locations right in the center of Saigon.

1. Pham The Hien religious neighborhood:

Pham The Hien religious neighborhood, located in District 8, is one of the ideal destinations for those who want to experience the warm and crowded atmosphere of Christmas. Known for its traditional beauty and sacred atmosphere, this religious neighborhood opens a special door for those who want to enjoy Christmas with a strong Vietnamese cultural flavor. Religious structures and local homes are adorned with multicolored lights, Christmas trees and large nativity scenes, creating a warm Christmas season with the religious and cultural traditions of Vietnam. If you want to know what a typical Christmas atmosphere at a religious neighborhood in Vietnam looks like, Pham The Hien street is definitely one of the best places to go for Christmas! 

Location: Pham The Hien Street, District 8, Ho Chi Minh City

Price: Free

2. Blue Dream Bread Saigon:

Blue Dream Bread is a bakery and coffee shop with a classic European style. Stepping inside, you will be immediately impressed by the classical ambiance combined with the enticing aroma of baking ingredients and coffee, creating a warm space.

During Christmas, the coffee shop is beautifully decorated with charming ornaments, bringing a heavenly Christmas atmosphere. There are plenty of picturesque corners for you to unleash your creativity and capture sparkling Christmas photos. If you're looking for a coffee shop where you can enjoy both drinks and delicious pastries, and also take Instagram-worthy Christmas pictures with a European touch, Blue Dream Bread is a place you can't miss.

Location: Alley 67 - 67C Dinh Cong Trang, Tan Dinh, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Operating Hours: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM.

Drink Price: 45,000 VND - 70,000 VND

Pastry Price: Starting from 63,000 VND

Blue Dream Bread bakery cafe (Source: Internet)

3. Young Tea & Coffee: 

Young Tea is a cafe that offers various interesting and diverse workshops. During Christmas, Young Tea is adorned with different Christmas concepts and color schemes for you to choose from. What makes it even more special is that the shop has an artificial snow machine to create stunning photos.

Moreover, the reason CHUS selected Young Tea as a recommended Christmas destination is because of its workshop model. The cafe offers a variety of engaging activities such as making clay mirrors, customizing phone cases, decorating plant pots, painting statues, and more. During Christmas, there are additional workshops for decorating Christmas trees, allowing you to unleash your creativity and craft your own unique Christmas tree. Young Tea is an ideal place for a romantic date with your significant other or a fun gathering with friends.

Location: Y12 Hong Linh, Ward 15, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City

Operating Hours: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM.

Drink Prices: Starting from 40,000 VND.

Christmas Tree Workshop Price: 139,000 VND per tree.

Young Tea & Coffee shop (Source: Internet)

4. Snow Town Saigon:

In the heart of Saigon, Snow Town is another name that adds to the list of best places to go for Christmas in Ho Chi Minh city. Activities such as snow sliding, snow building, and various other snow games make Snow Town a fun and entertaining destination for all ages, especially children.

Experiencing "snow in the sky of Saigon" is not just an opportunity to relax but also a chance to connect, share joy, and enjoy special moments with loved ones during this festive season.

Location: CBD Premium Apartment, 3rd Floor, Building, 125 Dong Van Cong, Thanh My Loi Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City

Operating Hours: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Ticket Price: Monday to Friday: 160,000 VND/Person; Weekends and Holidays: 180,000 VND/Person

Note: Weekdays have no time limit for playing; however, on weekends and holidays, there is a time limit of 2 hours.

Snow Town Saigon (Source: Internet)

5. HOZO - HCMC International Music Festival:

HOZO - an international music festival in Ho Chi Minh City, creates a unique and diverse musical space with the participation of many renowned artists from both Vietnam and around the world. With the resounding success of previous years, HOZO continues to excite fans this year with the presence of DJ Don Diablo - ranked 9th among the world's top DJs. HOZO promises to bring a grand international stage with the latest modern technologies right in the heart of the city.

If you want a lively, memorable, and passionate Christmas season filled with the heat of music, then you must join the HOZO festival this year. It’s undoubtedly among the best places to go for Christmas in Saigon this 2023.

Location: Nguyen Hue Walking Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Date: December 22th - December 24th 2023

Ticket Price: Free 

HOZO - HCMC International Music Festival (Source: Internet)

6. Other Christmas destinations in Saigon

Apart from the exciting places mentioned above, there are still many other delightful Christmas destinations in Saigon waiting for you to visit. Just step out on Christmas Day, and you'll easily spot beautifully decorated light displays, full of vibrant colors everywhere. Churches become especially fascinating places to visit during the Christmas season. Some notable names could be churches like Tan Dinh Church (289 Hai Ba Trung Street, Ward 8, District 3), Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon (01 Cong xa Paris, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1), and more.

CONCLUSION

Above are the best places to go for Christmas that CHUS has carefully searched and selected, hoping that you will enjoy a joyful and memorable Christmas season with your loved ones. CHUS wishes you a warm and joyous Christmas season!