Ben Thanh's iconic clock tower marks one of Ho Chi Minh City's most vibrant markets, where the real draw is the chaotic energy, people-watching, and eclectic mix of goods and street food rather than polished shopping.
“Eclectic Ben Thanh is the polar opposite of a sterile American supermarket.”
– Concierge
Frommer's
"The clock tower over the main entrance... is the symbol of Saigon, and the market might as well be, too." Full review
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Watch for pickpockets.
Afar Magazine
"Hiigh on the list of must-see destinations for visitors to Ho Chi Minh City." Full review
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Be sure to consult the maps at the entrances to scout out your route and arrange a meeting place for when you inevitably get lost.
Fodor's
"This bustling market is worth a visit for the people-watching opportunities alone, but there is also plenty of shopping and eating to partake in." Full review
Michelin Guide
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"Housed in a vast building crowned by a clock tower, Ben Thanh market is without doubt one of the most interesting and lively in the city, where you can buy a huge range of items." Full review
National Geographic
"Locals know to skip touristy, expensive Ben Thanh Market and check out Tan Dinh Market instead, for cheap local cuisine, fabrics, fresh fruit and vegetables and household items"
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National Geographic
"Operating in the same location as vendors of the early 17th century, the Bến Thành Market at Lê Thánh Tôn lies in the heart of Ho Chi Minh. Here, haggling is part of the shopping..."
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National Geographic
"Centrally located in District 1, Bến Thành Market is one of Ho Chi Minh City's most popular, offering goods like Vietnamese silk, handicrafts, T-shirts, souvenirs, and street-style..."
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