Ho Chi Minh City has something to celebrate – a steaming bowl of phở, perhaps? The vibrant city has been named the fourth-best foodie city in the world by the renowned British magazine TimeOut!
This prestigious recognition places Ho Chi Minh City alongside culinary giants like Naples (Italy) and Johannesburg (South Africa).
TimeOut highlights the city’s incredible variety, from streetside stalls offering iconic dishes like bánh mì and broken rice to trendy Bib Gourmand and Michelin-starred restaurants serving innovative takes on Vietnamese classics. But it’s the ever-present phở, a fragrant noodle soup brimming with fresh herbs and spices, that truly captured the hearts (and stomachs) of those surveyed.
For food enthusiasts eager to embark on a culinary adventure in Ho Chi Minh City, getting there is a breeze. The city boasts excellent connectivity with other Vietnamese destinations. Travelers can choose from convenient bus routes, with major bus stations like Mien Dong and Mien Tay serving as arrival points for journeys from all corners of Vietnam.
Mien Dong Bus Station is the main station for travel to Vung Tau, Phan Thiet (Mui Ne), Da Lat, Nha Trang, and even Hanoi. Mien Tay Bus Station caters to southern Vietnam and the Mekong Delta, including Can Tho and Ca Mau. You can hop on a bus to Ho Chi Minh City via popular operators like Futa Bus Lines and others. To book Vietnam bus tickets at low prices, head over to redBus, Vietnam and save more on your ticket booking to and from Ho Chi Minh City. So, pack your appetite and get ready to experience the delicious magic of Ho Chi Minh City!
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