1. Overview 

Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, is the largest economic, political, and cultural center in southern Vietnam. Saigonis also a major tourist center, with famous destinations ranging from bustling neighborhoods to ancient relics. In addition, Saigon is also the busiest “shopping paradise” in Vietnam. For people living and working in Saigon, shopping centers have become familiar places that everyone must visit several times a week. Along with large markets, shopping centers are always busy, day or night.

Saigon Mall is a type of modern business organization with many amenities, including shops, service establishments, halls, meeting rooms, offices for rent, etc. All are built on a standard scale. large scale and concentratedly arranged in one or several adjacent architectural works. Inside the Saigon Mall  are many areas such as restaurants, fashion stores, household appliances, cosmetics, jewelry, entertainment areas, cinemas, etc., providing a series of entertainment and shopping experiences complete for customers. In particular, this location is the convergence of many large and reputable brands, so the quality of products and services is always highly appreciated. When coming here, guests can shop for goods ranging from high-end to daily essential items. This is also an ideal meeting place to meet relatives, chat, have fun, etc.

2. Explore The Top 10 Most Famous Saigon Malls For Shopping

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2.1. Vincom Center Landmark 81

Landmark 81 is the tallest building in Vietnam and the 14th-tallest building in the world. The building has 81 floors and is 461 meters high. It is part of a complex that includes residential apartments, hotels, offices, restaurants, bars, and shopping malls.

Located about 5 km from Ben Thanh Market, Vincom Center Landmark 81 is one of the most popular shopping centers in Ho Chi Minh City, with 1 basement and 5 floors above, with a total area of up to 59,000 m2. The shopping center sells items from more than 100 high-end domestic and international brands. Not only is it a place to shop, but visitors here can also enjoy delicious food, relax, and participate in interesting games. The shopping center has the largest ice skating rink in Vietnam, a cinema with the largest IMAX screen… The complex also has a park, swimming pool, and observatory on the 79th floor with beautiful views of the city and river Saigon, price: 8 USD/person.

  • Address: Vincom Landmark 81 skyscraper, 772 Dien Bien Phu Street, Ward 22, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Open: 09:30 A.M.–10:00 P.M.
  • Tel: (+84) 902 873 359

2.2. Bitexco Tower

Bitexco Tower is a skyscraper located in the city’s central business district. The tower has 68 floors and is 262 meters high, becoming the 4th tallest building in Vietnam.

Although only 4 of the 68 floors of the Bitexco Financial Tower are shopping and dining areas, there is still a food court on the 4th floor with countless delicious food options priced around 1.58 USD, a cinema spacious, comfortable on the 5th floor, fashion, sports, cosmetics, and clinic stores on the 1st floor. Fashion and accessory stores here are not as many as other shopping centers, but the wet area Branded food, restaurants, and cafes here offer plenty of choice and a cozy atmosphere, making it the perfect location for business meetings.

The highlight of the tower is the Saigon Skydeck and the 40m long Helicopter Park, on the 52nd floor of the tower. For a panoramic view of the city, visit the glass-walled observatory on the 49th floor, 262 m above the ground.  Admission is about 7.88 USD for adults and 11.82 USD for children under 12 years old.   

  • Address: 2 Hai Trieu, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
  • Open: 9:30 A.M.- 9:30 P.M.
  • Tel: (+84) 28 3915 6868

2.3. Van Hanh Mall

Located about 5 km from the center of District 1, Van Hanh Mall is a favorite shopping, dining, and entertainment destination for many people in Saigon. Opened in January 2018 with one basement and seven ground floors, total floor area up to 55,000 m2.

With the largest shopping space in District 10, Van Hanh Mall is where you will find fashion items from more than 200 brands and has more than 50 restaurant and cafe brands. Finding parking in any shopping mall in Saigon is always an uphill battle – sometimes motorcyclists have to park outdoors if there is no space in the basement parking, but Van Hanh’s park runs from the basement to the 5th floor, spacious enough to live in. 3,000 bicycles and 350 cars.

  • Address: 11 Su Van Hanh, Ward 12, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
  • Open: 9.30 A.M.-10:00 P.M.
  • Tel: (+84) 28 3862 5588

2.4. Saigon Square

Saigon Square is located in two prime locations right in the heart of District 1: Nam Ky Khoi Nghia and Hai Ba Trung. People often compare Saigon Square to a “high-end market” because the items here are of relatively high quality, and the consumers are mainly young people addicted to shopping and foreign tourists.

The name “market” comes from the fact that the clothes and items sold here are classified into each stall, like in a market. There are nearly 350 vendors offering a variety of goods in Saigon Square: clothes, shoes, bags, sunglasses, watches, and countless other products that no mall or store outside can provide.

  • Address: 81 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
  • Open: 9:00 A.M. – 9:00 P.M.

2.5. Saigon Centre – Takashimaya Mall

Saigon Centre is one of the best shopping malls in Saigon and one of the most loved by locals and tourists. The center can be found in district 1, has seven floors, and covers an area of over 50,000 square meters. Located in a super expensive location of Saigon city with eye-catching architecture and decoration from outside to inside making this shopping center hot as a tourist attraction.

Saigon Centre also known as Takashimaya, is the first Japanese department store in Saigon, Takashimaya features many global products and luxurious, high-end architecture. The mall’s architectural splendor is reflected in its rows of shops.

Here, shoppers can access luxury cosmetics, fashion, and entertainment brands from around the world.

The upper floors of the Takashimaya Department Store are dedicated to a large food court – mainly consisting of Japanese and Vietnamese stores. A comfortable, luxurious, and dignified shopping mall, Takashimaya Mall is the perfect place for those looking to enjoy some shopping in Saigon.

  • Address: 92-94 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
  • Open: 9:30 A.M. – 9:30 P.M.
  • Tel: (+84) 28 3821 1819

2.6. Crescent Mall

Crescent Mall is located about 10 kilometers from District 1, next to the famous Crescent Lake and Starlight Bridge. This is the first large shopping center in Saigon that meets international standards in Vietnam with a unique, luxurious circular design.

Crescent Mall is one of the most modern shopping centers in Ho Chi Minh City. It is part of a complex that includes residential buildings, offices, hotels, restaurants, bars, and a lake. The shopping center has six floors and covers an area of more than 45.000 m2, with a 2.000 m2 food court with many restaurants and cafes, about 1.300 m2 for entertainment areas, and the most modern cinema system in Vietnam.

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There are enough fashion items from both domestic and foreign companies here. In addition, there are books, jewelry, cosmetics, utensils, and other items. Food courts, cinemas, game areas, and children’s playgrounds are all features of the shopping center. The complex also features a park, fountain, and starlight bridge that provide a relaxing and scenic atmosphere.

  • Address: Crescent Mall, 101 Ton Dat Tien, Tan Phu Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City
  • Open: 10 A.M. – 10 P.M.
  • Tel: (+84) 28 5413 3333

2.7. Vincom Mega Mall Thao Dien

Located around 9 km from the center of District 1, Vincom Mega Mall Thao Dien is not a large shopping center but is a great place for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Vincom Mega Mall Thao Dien is one of the largest and most modern shopping centers in Saigon, located in District 2. There are six floors of shopping, dining, and entertainment, including a cinema, skating rink, bowling alley, and a children’s playground.

There are also many shops for clothing, accessories, cosmetics, electronics, and souvenirs. If you’re feeling hungry, you can choose from a variety of restaurants and cafes serving Vietnamese, Asian, and Western cuisine. In addition, you can also try ice skating at the first ice skating rink in Saigon and watch movies at Vietnam’s first cinema complex with international standards at the shopping center. 

  • Address: 161 Hanoi Highway, Thao Dien Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
  • Open: 9:30 A.M – 10:00 P.M.
  • Tel: (+84) 0384 308 271 

2.8. Aeon Mall Tan Phu Celadon

Aeon Mall Tan Phu Celadon  is one of the largest shopping centers in Saigon, located in Tan Phu District, about 12 km from the city center. Launched in early 2011, Aeon Mall Tan Phu once caused a shopping fever for Saigon people. This is one of the best shopping centers in Saigon, with Japanese-style shopping. With a team of professional staff and attentive service, you will have enjoyable shopping experiences here. 

When coming to Aeon Mall, you will experience many interesting services, from shopping to entertainment, etc. Aeon Mall Tan Phu has more than 120 booths, divided into many different areas to suit customers entertainment and shopping needs of customers when visiting. And yet, Aeon Mall Tan Phu also attracts many young people because of its youthful, dynamic decoration, which is no less luxurious.

  • Address: 30 Tan Thang Street, Son Ky Ward, Tan Phu District, Ho Chi Minh City
  • Open: 8:00 A.M – 10:00 P.M.
  • Tel: (+84) 28 6288 7733

2.9. Saigon Garden

What makes Saigon Garden different from other commercial centers is its modern architecture and closeness to nature. Located next to the famous Nguyen Hue walking street, it is always crowded with domestic and foreign tourists.  Saigon Garden is one of the most stylish shopping malls in Saigon. It is beautifully designed in the style of green architecture. Inspired by the airy garden, the entire house is surrounded by many green trees.

The ground-floor area is the main shopping place in Saigon Garden, with the appearance of global brands. That helps customers easily choose their favorite items to shop for.  This place is designed like a small street with many restaurants and Western European fashion stores on both sides. The 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors are restaurants with many delicious dishes and drinks from Japan, Korea, Vietnam, and Thailand. Especially the vegetarian restaurant serves extremely delicious vegetarian dishes with eye-catching decoration. From the 4th floor, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Nguyen Hue Walking Street.

  • Address: 99 Nguyen Hue, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 
  • Open: 8:00 A.M – 10:00 P.M.

2.10. SC Vivo City

SC Vivo City is located in the southern urban area of Saigon, about 7 km from the city center. With a scale of 5 floors and 1 basement, the total area of the central area is up to 41,000 m2. SC Vivo City was ranked by CNN Travel as one of the “World’s Top 10 Shopping Destinations” in 2011. The shopping center has more than 200 stores, from international brands to local favorites. 

The mall also has a cinema complex, a bowling alley, a children’s playground, and a food court with more than 40 options. You can also enjoy a number of cultural events and exhibitions in the mall’s lobby. This Ho Chi Minh shopping center brings a new combination of Vietnamese and Singaporean cultures.

  • Address: 1058 Nguyen Van Linh, Tan Phong Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City
  • Open: 10 a.m. – 0 p.m.
  • Tell: (+84) 28 3776 1018

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3. Conclusion

Above are the top 10 shopping centers in Saigon that Metta Voyage shares with you. Each shopping center has its own unique features and attractions that will make your shopping experience enjoyable and memorable. We hope you will have good experiences when coming to these shopping centers. Don’t forget to visit our blog to see many other exciting travel experiences.

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