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DIALING CODE
+84 (4)
CURRENCY
VND10,000 = PHP19.68/
US$0.48
TOUCHDOWN
The Noi Bai International
Airport is located 45km away from the
city center. Transportation services like
public taxis, mini and public buses are
available at the arrivals level.
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SEE &DO
Visit Hoa Lo Prison. Built by
the French to contain political prisoners,
it was dubbed the “Hanoi Hilton” by
American pilots imprisoned there from
1964
to 1973. It has since been converted
into a museum and memorial. Discover
Vietnam’s folk history at Thanh Chuong
Viet Palace.
SLEEP
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi for
a luxe experience. For the adventurous, try
Vietnam Backpackers’ Hostel.
MUST-TRY
Go to a concert at the Hanoi
Opera House right in the center of the city.
EAT
Try fried fish at Cha Ca La Vong, one
of Hanoi’s oldest restaurants. They’ve been
serving just one dish for over 100 years.
SHOP
Hang Gai Street for silk and
handicrafts, and Tan My Design for a range
of products from top local designers.
DIALING CODE
+84 (8)
CURRENCY
VND10,000 = PHP19.68/
US$0.48
TOUCHDOWN
Tan Son Nhat
International Airport is a 30-minute
drive away from District 1. A taxi ride
costs about VND80,000 (PHP157). You
can also hire a motorbike and driver for
VND20,000 (PHP39).
SEE &DO
Visit the Cu Chi tunnel and
War Remnants Museum. It paints a vivid
picture of Vietnam’s history. Bargain at the
Ben Thanh Market and Saigon Square.
At night, watch the Water Puppet Show
at the Rong Vang Theatre. Drink in the
HCMC skyline view at Chill Sky Bar on the
rooftop of AB Tower.
SLEEP
Grand Silverland Hotel & Spa
is close to Ben Thanh Market.
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silverland-spa.hotel-rn.com
EAT
Nhà Hàng Ngon at 60C Pasteur Street
serves the best fresh and fried spring rolls.
MUST-TRY
Vietnam is the second biggest
exporter of coffee in the world. Buy the
coffee filter or Trung Nguyen Coffee.
INSIDERTIP
Try the stir-fried catfish with
veggies and vermicelli at Cha cá Lã Vong, 3
Ho Xuan Huong Street, District 3. Yum!
Nguyen
Hung Son
sales &marketing
manager
Jino
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HOCHIMINHCITY
VIETNAM
HANOI
Every first Friday , the Press Club
Hanoi holds a Terrace Party.
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