Discover the Vibrant Heart of Ho Chi Minh City at Ben Thanh Market

Getting There

• Walking

  If you're in the Binh Thanh District, you can enjoy a pleasant walk to Ben Thanh Market. Head southeast on Nguyen Huu Canh Street until you reach the junction with Dien Bien Phu Street. Cross the street and continue straight onto Le Duan Street. Follow Le Duan until you reach the intersection with Le Thi Hong Gam Street, then turn left. Continue straight, and you will see Ben Thanh Market on your right. This walk should take approximately 30-40 minutes, depending on your pace.

• Bicycle

  For a quicker option, you can rent a bicycle. Many local shops in Binh Thanh District offer bicycle rentals. Start by heading southeast on Nguyen Huu Canh Street, then turn right onto Dien Bien Phu Street and follow this road until you reach Le Duan Street. Turn left on Le Duan and continue until you hit the intersection with Le Thi Hong Gam Street, where you will turn left again. Ben Thanh Market will be on your right after a short ride. The cycling route should take around 15-20 minutes.

• Public Bus

  You can take a public bus to reach Ben Thanh Market. Look for bus route 36 or 150, which operates from various points in Binh Thanh District. Board the bus and pay a fare of around 7,000 VND to 10,000 VND (approximately $0.30 to $0.40). Get off at the bus stop near Ben Thanh Market, which is located on Le Loi Street in District 1. The bus ride will take about 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic.

• Grab (Ride-Hailing Service)

  If you prefer a more comfortable option, you can use the Grab app to book a motorcycle or car ride. Open the app, set your pickup location in Binh Thanh District, and enter 'Ben Thanh Market' as your destination. The cost will vary based on the time of day and demand, but expect to pay around 25,000 VND to 50,000 VND (approximately $1 to $2). The ride will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic.