SAIGON
Saigon’s best days out.
The 15 most popular show tours, with prices, run times and the operator behind each one. The trips worth building a day around, and what each one actually gets you.
See the À Ố Show bamboo circus at Saigon Opera House in Ho Chi Minh City: 17-instrument folk music, acrobatics, 1-hour show.
Most Popular“It made a Change from the hustle bustle of the city. Great show”
Watch Vietnam’s water puppets then enjoy a Saigon River dinner cruise with pickup in District 1 for $68.
“The guide I think was only starting out, his English wasn't too great so there was a little language barrier/struggle but he did really try. The water puppet show was fantastic to watch! The dinner cruise was a bit of a let down. The food was mediocre/poor, it was buffet style so some of it…”
Night cruise plus Vietnam’s water puppet show in Ho Chi Minh City, with hotel pickup and dinner on the Saigon River for $82.
“Ming was a fantastic guide. Although the heavy traffic caused a lot of delay”
Saigon water puppet show plus dinner cruise. District 1 pickup, Vietnamese or Western dinner, and Saigon River night lights in one 4-hour outing.
“Fantastic show piece for Ho Chi Minh. The pick up was brilliant in an air conditioning vehicle comms were brilliant. Tom & driver Jerry were professional. The puppet show was a gem. The river cruise and meal was fantastic, it was a real top trip for our final night in Vietnam”
Skip-the-line tickets for the Golden Dragon water puppet show in Ho Chi Minh City, a family-friendly 50-minute cultural night with live music.
“The whole show was simply delightful recommend anyone to go its only 50 mins extraordinary talent. The kids loved it the most it was lovely to see this. Traditional music all in Vietnamese but it did not matter at all”
45-minute Vietnamese water puppet show in Ho Chi Minh at Golden Dragon Theater with live singing, orchestra music, and folk tales.
“Was good show but charging 85% more just to be misdle man for the show is not ok. Show costs 350k which is 11.5€ and gyg charge 20€ but i sont get any asditional service for that so, not worth it. Just go there and buy ticket.”
A guided evening in Ho Chi Minh City: water puppets, then a Saigon River dinner cruise with music, city lights, and buffet food.
“We had Kieran as a guide and he was excellent. This was a last minute booking so we were on a little different boat for dinner than they usually take but I am glad it worked out that way. We started out with the water puppet show which waRead more”
Private water puppet show and Saigon River dinner cruise with pickup, guide, and Vietnamese performances, plus WiFi and AC transport.
“Great Evening, the water puppets are amazing and dinner was great! The operator did have to substitute the cruise portion of the tour for an motorbike tour, but the tour and food were both amazing and I think that by being on shore I was able to see much more of HCMC”
Saigon night cruise with Vietnamese entertainment, plus Golden Dragon water puppets or Yuri spa massage and a set dinner. 5–6 hours.
“When I booked the trip I just wanted the water puppets and dinner. I could not figure out what the difference between the 2 experience offered so I took the shorter/cheaper one. When I got the confirmation it showed all 3 experiences. WhRead more”
Bamboo circus plus a Saigon River dinner cruise in Ho Chi Minh City, with pickup, English guide, and skyline views for about 4 hours.
“I had a very terrible experience of booking for dinner cruise in Ho Chi Minh city.Viator charged me $125 SGD for a dinner cruise which costs less than half and there was no option given to cancel.I was also asked by tour guide that I will have tRead more”
Golden Dragon water puppet show in Ho Chi Minh City: 45 minutes of Teu the narrator, folk scenes, and lively music.
“A pretty simple show. It’d be good if you have Young kids. Though it is interesting how the puppeteers maneuver, the puppets underwater. They must be holding their breath or something, which is incredible.”
Skip the lines for the A O Show in Ho Chi Minh City with 6 pm hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and a one-hour ticketed performance.
“The show is very good. The local operator was efficient, getting in contact promptly to solve a problem.”
Mystic Night Show in Ho Chi Minh City turns a Vietnamese folktale into 90 minutes of magic, comedy, and audience tricks for $44.
“It was an amazing show. A great combination of magic tricks, comedies and storytelling. I was well entertained and enjoyed the performance. This is a good way to spend your Friday night in HCMC.”
See Ho Chi Minh City’s traditional water puppets, then cruise the Saigon River at night with dinner and a great city view.
“The water puppet show is a must when in Saigon! So traditional and charming! Luc was an awesome tour guide who made us feel safe and was very knowledgeable and kind. The dinner cruise was nice...so much traditional food!”
Ho Chi Minh’s Chào Show blends rare traditional instruments, a 9-dish set dinner, and 3D surround sound with hotel pickup for a smooth night out.
“Tour was amazing. Vi is a great guide - knowledgeable, friendly and funny. Food was great too. The only time in our Vietnam trip, we had good vegetarian meal. Thank you!!”
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