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Saigon Central Post Office
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon to avoid midday heat and large tour groups; soft light through stained glass is best for photos.
Budget tips
Entry to the building is free; posting a postcard costs only a few thousand VND for local stamps and a small international fee. Buy stamps at the counter to avoid higher prices from nearby vendors.
Recommended for
Architecture lovers, History buffs, Photography enthusiasts, Casual travelers
Plan your visit
30-45 min
About
Rychlá fakta: Step inside and a hush falls under soaring vaulted ceilings, where ornate ironwork and a vintage telephone bank make every corner feel like a movie set. Colorful colonial-era maps and a grand arched clock preside over bustling counters that still dispatch mail, while photographers and couples line up for the perfect postcard shot.
Hlavní zajímavosti: Most guidebooks credit Gustave Eiffel; however, the original blueprints actually bear the name Alfred Foulhoux, a little-known authorship twist that architecture buffs love to whisper about. Step inside and the air smells faintly of ink and waxed wood; two massive maps dated 1892 stretch across the back wall, while the clack of vintage typewriters and the shine of green-painted counters under a gilt clock make the whole place feel like a living postcard.
Insider tips
- Wear lightweight, respectful clothing as the building is partly a functioning postal office.
- Stand under the central vaulted ceiling for the best wide-angle photos, then move to the painted maps along the walls for detail shots.
- Visit before 9:30am or after 4pm to dodge large tour groups and noisy crowds.
- Buy local stamps at the counter and ask staff to hand-cancel the postmark for an authentic souvenir.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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