This December, Ho Chi Minh City’s Notre-Dame Cathedral showcases a stunning holiday illumination with over a thousand kilometers of LED lights, enhancing its festive appeal until January 5, 2026. The display transforms the cathedral into a vibrant attraction while ongoing restorations address structural needs, continuing its legacy as a cherished Christmas landmark.
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Museums in Ho Chi Minh City set to welcome 4 million visitors in 2025
With 25 museums currently in operation, Ho Chi Minh City is projected to welcome around four million visitors in 2025, placing growing pressure on cultural institutions to sharpen their identities and enhance service quality. Speaking at the Citywide Cultural Heritage Conference on November 24 at the Ton Duc Thang Museum, Nguyen Minh Nhut, Deputy Director of theContinue reading “Museums in Ho Chi Minh City set to welcome 4 million visitors in 2025”
Vietnam Fine Arts Museum Launches First-Ever Nighttime Art Experience
On October 31, 2025, the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum (VNFAM) officially launched its newest cultural tourism initiative, “Museum Night” – marking the first-ever nighttime art experience in the museum’s history. This pioneering program opens a new cultural space for both Hanoians and international visitors, enriching the capital’s growing portfolio of nighttime tourism experiences and culturalContinue reading “Vietnam Fine Arts Museum Launches First-Ever Nighttime Art Experience”
Vietnam Honored as Asia’s Best Culinary Destination 2025
Italy, October 23, 2025 — Vietnam continues to affirm its global culinary reputation, winning top honors at the 6th World Culinary Awards. The country was officially named “Asia’s Best Culinary Destination 2025”, while the capital city Hanoi received the title “Asia’s Best Emerging Culinary City Destination 2025.” These achievements reaffirm Vietnam’s growing status as oneContinue reading “Vietnam Honored as Asia’s Best Culinary Destination 2025”
Ho Chi Minh City’s Metro Line 1 in the Top 100 Greatest Places of 2025 by Time Magazine
In a proud moment for Vietnam, TIME Magazine has named Ho Chi Minh City’s Metro Line 1 as one of the World’s 100 Greatest Places to Visit in 2025—the only Vietnamese destination to make the prestigious list. This marks the seventh year that TIME has published its list of ideal destinations, evaluated based on criteriaContinue reading “Ho Chi Minh City’s Metro Line 1 in the Top 100 Greatest Places of 2025 by Time Magazine”
Aussies Flock to Vietnam to Escape Winter
Between June and August, during Australia’s winter months, Vietnamese tourism sees a surge in Australian visitors Tourism has been a strong foundation for promoting cultural exchange and economic development among countries in recent years. Although Vietnam and Australia are located in two different hemispheres, the two countries have interesting similarities in creating a special attractionContinue reading “Aussies Flock to Vietnam to Escape Winter”
Unfold the story behind culinary entrepreneurship with RMIT University Vietnam
On Wednesday, July 03, 2024, RMIT University Vietnam successfully hosted an insightful discussion on culinary entrepreneurship, capturing the vibrant atmosphere following the recent release of MICHELIN Guide Vietnam 2024.
Michelin Guide reveals the 2024 Bib Gourmand for Ha Noi and Ho Chi Minh City
The 2024 Michelin Awards revealed 42 Bib Gourmand recipients in Ha Noi and Ho Chi Minh City, including 5 new eateries in Ha Noi and 8 in Ho Chi Minh City. The complete restaurant selection will be announced on June 27th.
The 2024 Promotion Program for Vietnam- Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Will Be Organised in Australia
Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism, the Vietnamese Embassy in Australia and the Consulate General of Vietnam in Sydney will organise the Vietnam – Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Promotion Program event in 02 Australian states including New South Wales and Victoria state from May 13-17, 2024. The program aims to offer up-to-date insightsContinue reading “The 2024 Promotion Program for Vietnam- Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Will Be Organised in Australia”
Ho Chi Minh City Lights Up River Festival with Spectacular Fireworks Show
Ho Chi Minh City intends to showcase low-level fireworks at three different locations during the opening night of the second River Festival on May 31st. “The addition of the opening night fireworks display is a fresh highlight for this year’s river festival,” revealed Ms. Nguyen Thi Anh Hoa, Director of Ho Chi Minh City DepartmentContinue reading “Ho Chi Minh City Lights Up River Festival with Spectacular Fireworks Show”
Australian Hospitality Alumni Network Vietnam 