Ho Thi Ky Flower Market is an exciting tourist attraction in Ho Chi Minh City that is lesser-known to foreign tourists. It is a perfect place to learn about the local life and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of this lively city. A visit to this unique night market will be an unforgettable experience during your trip to Vietnam.
1. Where is Ho Thi Ky Flower Market? How to get there?
- Address: 52 Ho Thi Ky, Ward 1, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (inside Le Hong Phong apartment complex)
- Opening hours: all day, busiest from midnight to 3 am
Established in 1987, Ho Thi Ky Flower Market is considered an attractive tourist destination for both local and international travelers. This place is also known as "Little Da Lat," as it has a diverse range of fresh flowers of different colors, styles, and scents.
Because this is a wholesale market, the prices of flowers here are quite reasonable. The market sells not only flowers but also a full range of floral tools, supplies, and accessories. On special occasions such as Valentine's Day (February 14), International Women's Day (March 8), Vietnamese Women's Day (October 20), and Lunar New Year, Ho Thi Ky Market is even more crowded and bustling.
Ho Thi Ky Flower Market is located about 4 kilometers away from the city center. To get here, you can choose from many different means of transportation such as taxis, motorbikes, buses, and so on. If you prefer the bus, there are five bus routes to choose from: 27, 14, 53.
2. The most attractive features of Ho Thi Ky Night Market
2.1. Countless fresh fragrant flowers
Wandering around this night market in Ho Chi Minh City, you can not only enjoy the charm of a variety of flowers but also immerse yourself in the fragrant and appealing scents that can relieve you from all stress. Coming to Ho Thi Ky Flower Market, you will feel like walking through a colorful flower garden in Da Lat.
The market caters to both local residents and wholesalers, offering a wide range of fresh-cut flowers, potted plants, and other floral products. Some of the most common flowers here include roses, lilies, chrysanthemums, marigolds, gerberas, auspicious flowers, orchids, sunflowers, and carnations, among others.
Most of the flowers here are from the Da Lat, Hanoi, or the Mekong Delta region. The prices of flowers here are relatively reasonable, only from VND 3,000 - 5,000 each.
As Ho Thi Ky Flower Market is a paradise for flower lovers, you should not miss out on the chance to take photos in the peaceful and romantic atmosphere of this place. Also, you can buy some flowers or bouquets as gifts for your loved ones.
2.2. Plenty of mouth-watering street foods
Coming to Ho Thi Ky Flower Market in Ho Chi Minh City, you also have an opportunity to try flavorful dishes at around 100 street food vendors and stalls. Below are some must-try dishes for tourists here:
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Nhat Quynh mixed rice paper
Mixed rice paper is one of the specialties of Saigon, so it is not strange that you can find the dish at Ho Thi Ky Flower Market. What makes Nhat Quynh mixed rice paper special is the variety of sauces used, such as tamarind sauce, satay sauce, and scallion sauce.
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Co Thao beef hotpot
Those who love hotpot, especially beef hotpot, must come to this stall at Ho Thi Ky street food market. The hotpot here usually has beef tendon, meatballs, beef briskets, as well as noodles, mushrooms, tofu, and fresh vegetables. Don’t forget to dip the beef into a special sauce called chao (fermented tofu sauce) when enjoying beef hotpot.
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Ho Thi Ky crab soup
Vietnamese crab soup is a popular street food in Saigon. It is a hearty soup that contains boiled quail eggs, mushrooms, and crab, topped with coriander and green onions. Crab soup is a highly recommended dish after you stroll around the market at midnight, as the hot broth will warm your stomach and fill your soul under the cool weather.
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Thai vermicelli
This dish is like a Vietnamese version of tom yum in Thailand. Thai vermicelli is specially prepared with a rich broth that is stewed from bones and meat, bringing a special sweet and sour taste. Toppings are diverse, often beef, squid, and shrimp. Vegetables that go with this dish are water spinach, mushrooms, and bean sprouts.
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3. Tips for buying flowers at Ho Thi Ky Flower Market
Below are some recommended tips for buying flowers at Ho Thi Ky Flower Market:
- Research before you go: You can familiarize yourself with the types of flowers you want to buy before visiting the market. This will help you make better decisions and communicate effectively with local vendors.
- Shop early to have the finest commodities: You can visit this place in the early morning when fresh flowers are just delivered.
- Check for quality: When choosing the flowers, you should pick ones that have strong stems and leaves.
- Bargain: Don't be afraid to bargain, sometimes you will get even better prices
- Ask questions: If you are unsure about a particular type of flowers, ask the vendor for more details, including how to take care of them
4. Places to visit near Ho Thi Ky Street Food Market
There are several tourist attractions you can visit near Ho Thi Ky Flower Market:
- Southern Women's Museum: This is a cultural museum that introduces visitors to the customs and contributions of women throughout Vietnam’s history.
Address: 200 - 202 Vo Thi Sau, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3
- Independence Palace: Once the residence and office of South Vietnam’s President Nguyen Van Thieu, the Independence Palace is one of the best places to visit in Ho Chi Minh City
Address: 135 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1
- Turtle Lake: If you are fond of the local coffee and street food, you cannot miss out on the area around Turtle Lake
Address: Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3
Another well-known market in Ho Chi Minh City is Ben Thanh Market, where you can try the local food and buy souvenirs. Additionally, your trip to Saigon would not be complete without visiting Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, Landmark 81 Vietnam, Jade Emperor Pagoda, War Remnants Museum, and so on.
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Ho Thi Ky Flower Market has become a must-visit place for tourists to explore the local life in Ho Chi Minh City, one of the most bustling destinations in the S-shaped country. From buying fresh flowers to enjoying delectable dishes, everything can be found in this stunning market. Don't forget to add this market to your bucket list on the upcoming trip to Vietnam!
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