Timeline
16:49
Grab a bowl of pho or a beef stew banh mi. The second and third floors are air-conditioned and a reliable local favorite.
17:19
Walk to Bach Dang Wharf Park. This spot stretches along the river and offers an unobstructed view west toward the water.
17:49
Find a seat by the railing. The sun sets toward the WSW, painting the river in golden light around 17:19.
18:34
End the evening at Alibi. It is a cosy bar with sofas lining the walls and a mix of locals and expats.
Local tip
Bach Dang Wharf Park is the closest viewing spot to the anchor and aligns with the sunset direction. Alibi is a short walk away for a drink after the sun goes down.
Check before you go
- Bach Dang Wharf Park is an open public space with no closing time.
- Alibi has a cosy atmosphere and good service, but no specific opening hours are listed, so check locally.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ho Chi Minh City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).