Saigon nightlife

Saigon’s nocturnal offerings are a lot tamer than Bangkok, but much livelier than Vietnam’s capital city. Westerners and locals tend to create separate scenes; however, this is starting to change with more venues attracting a mixed crowd. Whatever your preference it is definitely possible to have a fun night out in Saigon.

There are lots of backpacker haunts offering the usual rusty formula of pub grub, happy hour specials and a pool table. These venues provide an opportunity to mingle with other travellers and exchange useful hints and tip about travel.

Cabaret clubs and live music bars are a great place to mix with locals; however they tend to blast out Vietnamese hits which doesn’t always appeal to the Western ear.

Saigon’s cosmopolitan bar scene attracts a who’s who of Saigon. The city’s classy high end bars are frequented by the city’s elite, who are possibly the only ones who can afford the drinks. Delicious cocktails and prime people watching means it is sometimes worth the splurge.

There are some clubs in Saigon, which allow revellers to keep the candle burning into the wee hours. Clubs often attract a mixed crowd, allowing visitors to relax and socialize with locals.