Ben Thanh Market - Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

Built in 1870, the bustling city market, Ben Thanh, is packed with stalls where tourists can buy inexpensive souvenirs and handicrafts from local artisans. Locals come here for everyday goods such as coffee or clothes. To purchase goods at a bargain price, you need to bargain with sellers before buying. Ben Thanh Market is a great place to try delicious Vietnamese street food. At night, the covered pavilions of the market are closed, but restaurants and street stalls remain open for the crowd of evening shoppers. Address: Ben Thanh Market, Lê Lợi, Bến Thành, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. #bucketlistreboot #vietnam