Explore the Vibrant Atmosphere of Russian Market in Ho Chi Minh City

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the heart of District 1, start at Ben Thanh Market, a well-known landmark. Head northwest on Phan Boi Chau Street until you reach the intersection with Tran Hung Dao Street. Turn left onto Tran Hung Dao and continue straight. After about 1 kilometer, you will reach Vo Van Kiet Street. Turn right, and you will find the Russian Market at 328 Vo Van Kiet on your left. It’s about a 20-minute walk from Ben Thanh Market.

• Public Bus

  From Ben Thanh Market, you can take Bus number 36. Head to the bus stop near the market and board the bus heading towards Tan Son Nhat Airport. After approximately 10 stops (around 20 minutes), get off at the stop named 'Nguyen Thi Minh Khai'. From there, walk about 5 minutes to reach Russian Market. Simply head south on Vo Van Kiet Street, and you will see the market on your right.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, you can rent a bicycle from one of the rental shops around District 1. Start from the iconic Saigon Opera House and head northwest on Dong Khoi Street. When you reach the intersection with Nguyen Hue Street, continue straight onto Le Loi Street. After about 1.5 kilometers, turn left onto Tran Hung Dao and then right onto Vo Van Kiet Street. The Russian Market will be on your left after a short distance.

• Motorbike Taxi (Grab)

  For a faster option, you can book a motorbike taxi using the Grab app. Open the app and set your destination to 'Russian Market, 328 Vo Van Kiet'. The driver will pick you up from your location and take you directly to the market. The ride usually takes about 10-15 minutes depending on traffic.