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Top 3 tours in Ho Chi Minh City
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The 10 Tastings of Ho Chi Minh City: Street Food
470 reviews
3 hours | Food tours | Ho Chi Minh City
Ready to taste the best food in Ho Chi Minh City? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Ho Chi Minh City.
Embark on a Cu Chi tunnels day trip outside of Ho Chi Minh City where many treasures, insights, and stories are waiting. Let a local host show you around and experience this cultural attraction from a local perspective. Give yourself the gift of a Cu Chi tunnels day trip with a local - it’s a must-do!
Want to see the best of Ho Chi Minh City? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Ho Chi Minh City!
"Took a 5 hour tour of Ho Chi Minh with Huyen. I had given her a few sights I was interested in seeing and then she filled in the rest of the time. She was on time, professional, good English, and full of history. Huyen was amazing! She was a pleasure to spend the day with! "
MarlaAbout local HUYENHo Chi Minh City, October 21, 2025
5.0
Yummy food and knowledgable guide!
"Elise was most accommodating. Walking in the heat is hard for me at 73. Elise was kind and patient. Not only did we learn about the local food and how to eat it.,,,,we learned things about the culture we never could have picked up on our own. I highly recommend her, you won\u2019t be sorry! Thanks Elise you have my best wishes!"
LeeAbout local EliseHo Chi Minh City, October 20, 2025
5.0
Getting to know the real Ho Chi Minh City
"What a special afternoon spent with Huyen, exploring Districts 5 and 6! We walked through neighborhoods and markets where the locals live and shop. Huyen was hugely enthusiastic and entertaining while she imparted so much information on Saigon\u2019s history, culture and economy. We were never bored. We visited the Ba Thien Hau Temple and, once again, Huyen was informative and entertaining while she walked us through the temple. It wasn\u2019t crowded and it was truly a special experience. When we were done, Huyen used her app to get us a taxi directly back to our hotel. We would recommend this tour for anyone who wants to really get off the beaten trail. And we would definitely book Huyen again. She was fabulous."
RebeccaAbout local HUYENHo Chi Minh City, October 19, 2025
Enjoy the Best of the Ho Chi Minh City Like a Local
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Private & Personalized Tours in Ho Chi Minh City with a Local
When you hit the road and land in a new city like Ho Chi Minh City, there's an exciting way to dive into its soul: personalized local tours. Forget the typical touristy routes – these tours are like having a local friend show you around all the cool spots.
Imagine having someone who lives and breathes Ho Chi Minh City spill its secrets. That's what local guides bring to the table. They know the hidden alleys, the best bites, and stories that never made it to the guidebooks. Whether you're into munching through food tours, wandering the city's streets, or going off the beaten path, a local guide hooks you up with a private tour that's authentically Ho Chi Minh City.
The best part? These tours are all about you. No herding in big groups or rushing through places you're not interested in. With private tours, you're the boss. Whether it's snapping pics at iconic landmarks, diving into history, or checking out the art scene, the tour is tuned to your vibes at your tempo.
But it doesn't stop at city limits. Day trips let you escape the urban jungle and explore nearby wonders. And if you're just setting foot in Ho Chi Minh City, kickstart tours give you a taste of everything. Think of it as a crash course in Ho Chi Minh City awesomeness, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.
So, next time you're in Ho Chi Minh City, ditch the ordinary. Grab a local tour and unlock the city's real magic – the stories, flavors, and places that make it uniquely Ho Chi Minh City. Get ready to explore like a local!
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5.0
Great Guide!
"Huyen was not only personable and lovely she was also super knowledgeable and hilariously funny. A great combination in a tour guide."
DaliahAbout local HUYENHo Chi Minh City, October 18, 2025
5.0
Best sightseeing & history tour Saigon
"We had a fantastic sightseeing tour with Thien, 4 hours private tour on foot through Ho Chi Minh City/Saigon. We saw many historical places and hidden gems, we would not ever had found ourselves. Thien gave us a great introduction to Vietnamese traditions and culture but especially deep insights about the history of the country. Thien is a great story teller. We highly recommend \"Highlights & Hidden Gems of Ho Chi Minh City\" with Thien \u2764\uFE0F\uD83D\uDE00. Best, Tine & Carsten"
Carsten BojeAbout local ThienHo Chi Minh City, October 14, 2025
5.0
Highly recommend!
"Huyen provided my family with the most amazing, memorable and authentic experience at the Cu Chi Tunnels. We shared laughter, knowledge and reflection throughout the tour. Huyen\u2019s humour, care and encouragement made this a unique experience we will always cherish. "
MaiAbout local HUYENHo Chi Minh City, October 8, 2025
5.0
Highlight of our trip
"Elise was very knowledgeable about the city, culture, history and cuisine. The food was incredible and the experience will not be forgotten. The venues that Elise took us to were of the upmost quality and cleanliness. Opens your eyes to real Vietnamese food of the locals. "
MaurizioAbout local EliseHo Chi Minh City, October 6, 2025
5.0
What a great day !
"We had the pleasure of spending a few hours with Hieu. He is extremely open and easy to talk to. We had some great conversations and he was full of knowledge. We would highly recommend booking a tour with him\u2026 you won\u2019t regret it! "
JulieAbout local Spring or HieuHo Chi Minh City, October 4, 2025
5.0
Amazing day in Ho Chi Ming City with Huyen
"We had a great 3 hr walking tour with Huyen today. What a delightful person to spend the morning with. She showed us many aspects of the city and really listened to our brief of what we wanted to see. Don\u2019t hesitate book a walking tour with Huyen"
JoanneAbout local HUYENHo Chi Minh City, October 2, 2025
5.0
Best tour of the Delta
"Thien was an amazing tour guide. We learned so much not just about the region but the history of Vietnam. She took us to some off-the-beaten-path spots where we met some of the best people and had some of the most memorable moments on our trip to Vietnam. Thien is an encyclopedia of knowledge on Vietnam so the whole day felt like a crash course in Vietnam studies. Cannot recommend her tour enough!"
JohnAbout local ThienHo Chi Minh City, September 20, 2025
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