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 Traveller's Tales: Entertainment suggestions in Vietnam
Sample the happening nightlife near in Vietnam. You may read about their entertainment tips and guides. Find out about entertainment centres, recreation, theatre, arts and night life. Also, you might want to read our
Central Vietnam city guide,
Halong Bay city guide,
Hanoi city guide,
Ho Chi Minh city guide,
Phan Thiet city guide,
and Hoi An city guide.
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| M Huang |
31 December 2003 |
Stayed at Lucky Hotel - Hanoi, Vietnam.
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Hanoi is extremely noisy, and crossing the road is a real hazard. One has to be brave, walk slowly (the motorbikes will avoid you) and keep going. Halong bay is a must, but in the winter months, one day trip is sufficient (too cold to stay overnight on the boat). Can be very misty especially in Feb and March (but even in late December, it was also misty). We enjoyed the water puppet show. Must buy ticket early in the day (for the cheaper 10000 dong) to get seats as far forward as possible (instead of the more expensive 20000 dong). Shops are more expensive (but more choices and perhaps better quality) than in Hoi An. Lanterns and custom-made clothes are better bought in Hoi An.
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| D Gibb smith |
29 December 2003 |
Stayed at Hanoi Horison Hotel - Hanoi, Vietnam.
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Hanoi is a fantastic city. If you plan on seeing the Water Puppet show, it's 1st come 1st serve so go get your tickets early in the morning or a day before for the show you wish (only 100 seat capacity). We waited too late & missed out. Taxis from hotels are safe and charge US$5/hour for sightseeing. FYI: museums are closed on Monday's and most touristy things close from 11:30-1:30 for lunch so plan accordingly. Tablecloth & bed linens are the cheapest I've ever seen, quality beautiful & are sold all over the old quarter. Artwork is wonderful, but not cheap anymore (this is my 2nd visit after 4 years) and most works ranged around US$1500+.
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| I Edwardes |
14 December 2003 |
Stayed at Bong Sen Hotel - Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam.
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With some apprehension I boarded the early morning flight from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City. Having heard the traveler’s tales and read the guide books I was convinced I would be met by surly, anti-Western officials, hassled by the police, have my pockets picked and be swindled out of all my money within minutes of landing.
The reality of my experience was quite different. I found the Vietnamese people very kind, courteous and friendly and never lost anything more than perspiration and calories while exploring the city alone on foot.
Even if you are not a museum enthusiast I would recommend a visit to The War Remnants Museum, but be warned there are people who might find some of the photos and displays a bit upsetting. If that is the case, do not go into the exhibition rooms, instead wonder around the open-air displays.
Vietnamese History Museum and the Ho Chi Minh City Museum are housed in architecturally interesting buildings. The displays are quite small but in most cases have explanations in English and French. An hour in each will give you a fairly comprehensive history of the country.
For those who like more lively action try to visit D Dong Khoi on a Saturday or Sunday night. The road is packed with young people riding their mopeds around and around the block. It is a time and a place to be seen. There are plenty of good restaurants and cafe in this area too. Meter taxis can be easily found near the Bong Sen hotel.
Remember there is an art to crossing the road. The trick is to be alert, step out and walk slowly, the bikes will then flow around you. If you try to run you stand more chance of being hit. If in doubt tag onto one of the locals and follow them as they glide through the endless stream of motorbikes.
Ho Chi Minh City is an interesting place with friendly people and good food. If you take the same personal safety precautions as you would in any other metropolis you should have a trouble free visit. Be streetwise, relax then enjoy the delights of this quaint, colourful, laid back city.
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| P Turco |
28 July 2003 |
Stayed at Hanoi Hotel - Hanoi, Vietnam.
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Definitely check out Bobby Chinn restaurant at 1 Ba Trieu St, near the Opera House across from Hoan Kiem Lake. Food is top notch & ambience is hip & happening. Entertainment on Saturday nite was eclectic & excellent--rock & roll, modern Vietnamese music & singing & contemporary performance dance. The place to be seen in Hanoi.
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| L Baratta |
01 July 2003 |
Stayed at Lucky Hotel - Hanoi, Vietnam.
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Within a 5-minute walk from the hotel (to the left leaving out the front door, first left) there are many excellent cafes along the road leading to the old church. Also highly recommend Nam Phuong Vietnamese Restaurant, which is a short taxi ride away. The Jazz Bar (a short walk from the hotel, ask front desk for directions) has nightly live entertainment with music quality that surprises most first time visitors.
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| K Takeshige |
13 June 2003 |
Stayed at Novotel Garden Plaza Saigon - Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam.
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Galaxy : Night club
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| V Sharpe |
29 April 2003 |
Stayed at Nha Trang Lodge Hotel - Nha Trang, Vietnam.
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Nha Trang is great, beach is lovely, you do get hassled a bit on the beach but par for the course really. Once the "vendors" get to know you and you've bought a couple of necklaces they tend to leave you alone. Some good bars and restaurants, not manic night-life but lively enough if you want it. Definitely worth a visit if you have time.
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| T Sarro |
24 March 2003 |
Stayed at Rex Hotel Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam.
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The little Ciao Cafe is just a block away from the Rex, at 72 Nguyen Hue St. The gelato is perhaps not as good as in Rome, but is certainly refreshing in the Saigon heat! Nice if you want to get out of the hotel without going too far.
The main Post Office is worth seeing, and is an easy walk from the hotel. Plan on writing a postcard or two there, just to get the full effect. By the way, there is an ATM machine right across the street from the front of the cathedral, inside the HSBC bank.
If you can't see them in Hanoi, the water puppets are a must see. There are frequent shows at the History Museum of Vietnam, in the Botanic Garden.
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| A Nguyen |
19 March 2003 |
Stayed at New World Hotel Saigon - Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam.
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There are several restaurants close to new Sheraton hotel that are very good. In fact, one particular one had a show that featured traditional music/dances. Unfortunately, I cannot remember the name.
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| T Rameshan |
06 March 2003 |
Stayed at New World Hotel Saigon - Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam.
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Best Nightclub is Catwalk, Apocyptus Bar are best in town. Riverside is best place to go for a walk. Amigo steak house for food. Nice beaches are just about an hour drive from Ho Chi Minh. I was suppose to leave on the 3rd but I extented it up to 7th.
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