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16:49
Grab an early drink or appetizer at this top-ranked seafood restaurant. It is one of the few places in the city with such high acclaim, but reservations are essential. Arriving an hour before sunset lets you secure a table and enjoy the ambiance before the evening rush.
17:19
Walk six minutes north to Bach Dang Wharf Park. This spot stretches along the Saigon River and offers an unobstructed view of the water. It is the perfect place to wait for the sun to dip below the horizon toward the WSW.
17:49
Watch the sunset. The sky will turn golden around 17:19, culminating in the sun setting at 17:49. The river reflects the fading light, providing a calm end to the day's sightseeing.
18:19
Head to Quan An Ngon for dinner. Located just two minutes from the museum area, this restaurant sits in an atmospheric old French villa. It serves a wide range of Vietnamese dishes, making it an easy and elegant stop after the park.
19:19
End the night at the Rex Hotel Rooftop. A three-minute walk away, this spot serves buffet dinner early on, then transitions into drinks and music. You can enjoy live acts, from Filipino bands playing FM classics to Vietnamese groups playing Latin and flamenco, as the city lights up below.
Local tip
The Rex Hotel Rooftop is busy. If you want a specific table or seat, arrive early for the buffet transition or book ahead if possible. For dinner, Quan An Ngon is popular, so be prepared for a short wait if you arrive exactly at opening.
Check before you go
- Anan Saigon requires reservations. Book well in advance.
- Quan An Ngon mains start from 45,000 dong.
- The Rex Hotel Rooftop serves a buffet dinner at dinner hour, which gradually gives way to drinks and music.
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