Evening · Saigon River
Saigon River dinner cruise
Du thuyền ăn tối trên sông Sài Gòn
Is it worth visiting? Worth it if you want an easy, relaxed evening: two hours on the river with dinner and the lit-up skyline. The food is buffet or set menus rather than the city's best, so treat it as a view with dinner. Book ahead for weekends and holidays.
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Current status
Dinner cruises usually board around 6:30–7:00 pm and return around 9:00–9:30 pm. Buffet cruises start at about 500,000 dong per person, with higher decks and fine-dining boats costing more; drinks and VAT are often extra (Vietnambooking, MIA.vn).
At a glance
- Times
- Board around 6:30–7:00 pm, back around 9:00–9:30 pm
- Price
- From about 500,000 dong per person (buffet); more for upper decks and fine dining
- Time needed
- About 2.5 hours
- Often extra
- Drinks, VAT, service charge
Why go
- The best way to see the skyline at night, including Landmark 81 and the Thu Thiem bridges.
- Buffet or set-menu dinner on board, often with live music.
- A calm break from motorbike traffic, good for families and couples.
How to get there
- Piers are in District 1 (around Bach Dang) and District 4 (near Nha Rong wharf); your ticket names the exact pier.
- Ride-hailing is easiest; arrive 30 minutes before departure.
- On a budget, the river bus from Bach Dang pier gives similar views for a fraction of the price (no dinner).
Local tips
- Check exactly what is included: drinks, VAT and transfers vary a lot between boats.
- Ask for an upper or outdoor deck for the best views.
- Bring a light layer: it can be windy on deck.
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Du thuyền ăn tối trên sông Sài Gòn
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Last checked: 30 October 2026. Sources: Vietnambooking · MIA.vn. Hours and access can change, so check on the day.