These are my top Vietnam recs! I travelled to Vietnam with uni for 3.5 weeks on a study tour.
This museum is truly devastating but a MUST when visiting Ho Chi Min City. You will learn so much about the Vietnamese war and truly understand the people and culture much better.
War Remnants Museum, Ho Chi Minh City
As described in the name, this bar has a gorgeous view over the city. The lanterns and other lights really bring everything together. It is a nice night out with friends.
THE VIEW ROOFTOP BAR & EATERY, Ho Chi Minh City
The Mekong River is so unique, and is an experience that really connects you with Vietnam. We did a group tour and were able to understand the people in smaller villages better, eat some locally sourced and made food and meet locals. It was a lovely ...
Mekong Delta: Tours and Tickets - Tripadvisor
These apartments are located in a beautiful square in the city. Lots of young people are around, and the vibes are great! This apartment building holds multiple cafes in each room, it is very unique and quirky! Also a great spot to try Vietnamese cof...
THE CAFE APARTMENTS, Ho Chi Minh City - Updated 2025 Restaurant ...
Rolled ice cream in Vietnam is the absolute. best! If you are craving dessert this is definitely top of your priority list!
Kem Cuộn Mix- MUST TRY DESSERT
This street is filled with gorgeous book shops. They are all in Vietnamese so you may not be able to purchase them, but it is worth a walk around. I bought myself the cutest handmade bookmark from this street!
Ho Chi Minh City's Book Street
If you are feeling like a taste of home while away I would highly recommend this Melbourne cafe. They serve avo on toast and Vegemite toast. I love searching for aussie cafes every country I go to because they always have their own take on it and it ...
THE MELBOURNE CAFE RESTAURANT, Ho Chi Minh City
Hands down the best food I had in Vietnam. This is a Michelin star restaurant where they serve the same food to everyone. Bun cha which is amazing Vietnamese dish, fish spring rolls, rice noodles and more!
BUN CHA DAC KIM - HANG MANH, Hanoi - MICHELIN STAR RESTAURANT
The Presidential Palace of Vietnam, located in the city of Hanoi, currently is the official residence of the president of Vietnam and the seat of the presidential office. This is such a nice area to visit, amazing buildings and gardens.
Presidential Palace: A must-visit historical site in Hanoi
Cute spot to have lunch in Hanoi. You can leave a note of whatever you want where you are sitting! It is very wholesome
THE NOTE COFFEE, Hanoi
I went to this coffee shop just about every day to sit and study while eating. It is very relaxing and clean.
ALL DAY COFFEE, Hanoi - 37 Quang Trung
Hanoi Train Street is a unique experience that you must do in Vietnam. Grab yourself a coconut iced coffee also unique to Vietnam, and sit and relax. Be careful to stand clear when the train comes (you will have warnings from those around you), it is...
Hanoi Train Street
This tour was absolutely terrific! I would highly recommend as it is a fantastic and unique way of seeing the city, with a tour guide within a day.
Hanoi Jeep Tour: Food, Culture and Fun by Vietnam Army Jeep
This shop is awesome, has very trendy clothes, pins and prints!
Local Art & Gifts TiredCity
I would highly recommend going on a cruise in Ha Long Bay. There are so many options for different cruises with different activities and beaches that they stop off at. I would recommend finding one that lets you canoe in the bay and swim in a seclude...