Ben Thanh Market, Ho Chi Mihn

Address:
Quach Thi Trang Square Roundabout of Le Loi and Tran Hung Dao
Ho Chi Minh City, District 1, Vietnam

Great summary: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/B%E1%BA%BFn_Th%C3%A0nh_Market

Interesting market place! Remember to always bargain for at least 40% off and start with asking the price at 60%!

Great bargain includes:
- Tea
- Vietnamese coffee (usually comes with a dripper for free)
- Lacquerware

Tips to Ho Chi Mihn

Airline from Singapore:
Tiger Air and Jetstar

Travel Visa - Allow at least 4-6 weeks

1) Get from the embassy
2) Visa on Arrival
Use the online agent on www.Vietnam-Visa.com

Money Exchange:
There are several money exchange counters right when you arrive at the airport. The rate is usually better than Singapore.

Taxi:
Between airport and District 1 is about VND 120,000. Don't take the "taxi shuttles" or any unofficial taxi or vans, they are more expensive!
There are many van taxis in HCM and may take up to 7 passengers.

Accommodation:
For a big group, 5-7, it's recommended to try the Sommerset Serviced Apartment:
http://www.somerset.com/vietnam/ho_chi_minh_city/somerset_ho_chi_minh_city.html