When I was in this city, I could not safely cross the road, because of reckless ever crowded motorists.

I was there for only a few days last March. I was attending a conference and didn't have much time for sightseeing and shopping. However, I really enjoyed walking around the parts of the city near the conference hotel. The city is still full of old architecture much of which probably won't survive this decade. There are lots of shops catering to the tourist crowd and the prices are quite high - as one might expect near the big hotels. Bargaining is expected and I did buy a few items that I really like including a miniature table-top laquered screen with six sections, each of which portrays a different young woman in traditional dress. Viet Nam is famous for lacquer, but you really have to watch the quality.

HCM city is best with me, i have never seen any cities like HCM city before, that is a bustling city and really good entertainment city,and motobikes are also huge in the world.I like this city anywaay.

Became a hellhole after the US left in 1975...

my money was stolen when I visited the city 2 years ago

The people are friendly, thoughtful and gracious. The architecture is truly elegant-high ceilings, doorways. And the food...simply divine. A very classy place. And such unique heritage. The people are stunningly gorgeous. I had such a great time there. They know how to have innocent fun.

Ho Chi Minh City was okay, but I think Hanoi gives a much better feel for what Vietnam is really like. HCM is a little to much like every other city to really know where you are. Hanoi is also more laid back and attractive