Scenic spot introduction:

The Central Post Office in Ho Chi Minh City was the first post office built during the French colonial period. The post office is adjacent to the Notre Dame Church of Saigon. It was built by France from 1886 to 1891 and officially opened in 1892. The architectural style of the project is full of French style and harmonizes with the nearby environment. Every visitor here will mail a postcard to relatives and friends or themselves as a souvenir.

Attractions distribution:

The Central Post Office is one of the landmark buildings in Ho Chi Minh City, with a strong French style, which is reflected in the lintel sculpture at the main entrance and the partial design of the building. Walking into the lobby of the post office, Ho Chi Minh's portrait hangs high, the post office's characteristic telephone booth, old maps of Vietnam, The souvenir shop and cash machine both have a retro feel, and the waiters are warm and beautiful, making it a beautiful sight. Walking all the way inside, you will reach the real postal service area, where you can mail postcards to your relatives and friends.

Scenic spot features:

postcards, french architecture, post office, french architecture
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Travel Guide

Travel Notes of Travellers:

  • Travel Guide: Vietnam 12-Day Travel Guide 2018

travelling guideline:

There are not many options for postcards sold in the post office, and the quality varies. If you are not in a hurry, you can choose from other places (such as Pham Lao 5th Street). There are tables and chairs in the post office where you can sit and fill out the postcards. The postage for mailing to China is 10,500 VND, but since the 500 VND denomination is less, it is very likely that there will be no change after paying 11,000 VND.

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

Asia>Vietnam>Ho Chi Minh City

How to get there:

The Central Post Office is adjacent to the Red Church. It takes about 20-30 minutes to walk directly from Pham Ngu Lao Street.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Central Post Office ticket prices:

free

Scenic area opening hours:

Monday to Friday 7:30-19:00, Saturday and Sunday 8:00-18:00

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