Saigon is Vietnam’s largest business center, it’s also a goldmine for the country’s best food.
A true melting pot where culture from around the world blends into one flavour, Saigon cuisine is unique and like no other. The next time you visit the city, be sure to stop by one of these street food stores to satisfy your hunger and give your taste buds an experience like never before.
The Saigon street food tour by motorbike was ranked number 14 of the world’s 25 best food-friendly activities in 2022, as announced by TripAdvisor.
Earlier, TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel platform, announced the 25 best things to do for travelers around the world, according to the Travelers Who Love Things (Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award). In addition, the Saigon street food tour by motorbike is number 14 of the 25 best activities in the world suitable for foodies.
According to Tripadvisor, there is no better way to get into the swing of Saigon than on a motorbike. Enjoy the ride through the busy streets full of rushing people and transports, then head into the alleys filled with food smell to enjoy countless typical street foods of Saigon, the intersection of different cultures, an international meeting with a combination of unique local points and modern world style.
Saigon is not only known as the business and financial center of Vietnam, it is also an ideal destination for foodies. When tourists come to Saigon, they will immerse themselves in many different cultural identities from different regions. In particular, the unmissable culinary culture should be mentioned, especially the tempting Saigon street food. The dishes that tourists must try upon arrival in Saigon are Cam Tam Saigon (broken rice), sui cao (ravioli soup), Hu tieu Nam Vang (Nam Vang noodle soup), banh trang tron (rice paper mix), pha lau (lance), bot chien (fried dough), chuoi nep nuong (fried sticky banana), bo la lot (marinated beef rolled with laksa leaves), crab soup, fish nuggets…
Vietnamese food is now making its way onto the international scene due to its healthier take on various dishes. (Photo: wuestenigel/Flickr)
Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards is an annual award chosen by millions of travelers around the world. In addition to drawing votes from all over the world, the prizes will be distributed among destinations according to Asia, Europe, America, Central America, South America, the South Pacific and categories such as the best outdoor activities, exclusive experiences, wine tasting, bike tours, luxury travel, extreme expeditions, best food destinations…, according to the Tourism Information Technology Center.
