Ever wonder what to do in Saigon during the rainy days when you have just landed in this irrepressible city? Even worse, you are being disappointed and depressed about your decision to visit here. For this case, let this feeling go and start looking for stimulating activities to respond the Saigon’s bad weather.
Joining a Pottery Class
Vietnam is renowned for the most exquisite handicrafts in the world; therefore while you find it difficult to experience outdoor activities in the rainy and gloomy days in Saigon, it seems that attending a pottery class is a good choice which enables you to learn how to create art works with clay as well as the locals’ culture. A suggestion on this case is Overland Club in Phu Nhuan District with nice workshops between VND190,000 and 250,000, one of which allows you to learn for 90 or 180 minutes. This class will include pottery materials, baking and glazing. In the case that pottery-making is not your hobby or favorite, a visit to art galleries and craft centers is also deemed quite great when it rains in Saigon.
- Address: 54B Nguyen Thi Huynh, Ward 11, Phu Nhuan District
- Opening hours: 9:00AM – 9:00PM (Tuesday to Friday), 9:00AM – 5:00PM (Saturday to Sunday)
- Tel: (84) 8 3842 3986
Admiring Panoramic Views Of Saigon At Bitexco Financial Tower
Situated at the heart of Saigon downtown, Bitexco Financial Tower reaches an altitude of 262 meters, so you are able to enjoy panoramic views of the whole city from its Sky Deck. When lifting up on Deck, you will be taken by an English-speaking guide and try your hand at using touchscreen fact boxes which provide information about the city’s attractions from above. You are advisable to take the binoculars for a closer look. It is possible to state that wonderful views are also admired from the 50th and 51st floors as well as restaurants and bars of the building at night.
- Address: 36 Ho Tung Mau Street, District 1
- Opening hours: 09:30AM – 9:30PM
Learning How to Cook a Vietnamese Meal
It is not denied that Vietnamese food is among the elaborate cuisines in the world due to the country’s history full of turbulence. In other word, the domination of the other countries as well as influences of their culture made for a unique cuisine which is also one of the Vietnam’s fascinating points. However, despite being a mix of French, Chinese, American, Indian and Russian cuisines, Vietnam’s bears distinctive features which you never find anywhere else. That is the reason why you should attend a cooking class that lets you learn more how to prepare a Vietnamese meal, especially in the rainy days. Just ask your hotels and the staff will recommend the best cooking classes in Saigon to you.
Enjoying a Performance at Saigon Opera House
Established in 1897, Saigon Opera House is depicted as a beautiful French colonial architecture structure at the intersection of Dong Khoi and Le Loi Streets in District 1. The place accommodates up to 800 viewers and regularly host performances of opera, musical concerts, ballet, and Vietnamese traditional dance and plays. It is within walking distance of Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office. You will get the ticket at the box office from 9:00AM to 4:30PM every day.
Shopping at a Mall
Saigon is dotted with dozens of shopping malls, and while there is nothing to do in the rainy days, shopping could not be better. Do not get worried about locations of those malls since most of them are situated around famous landmarks, such as Saigon Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Reunification Palace. No need to buy anything. Instead, you simply roam around to see how different the shopping malls in Vietnam and those in your countries are. If something attracts you, I bet that it must be a good deal.
Going for a Spa Session
After a trip of sightseeing, you certainly need a spa session to relax and recover your energy. And when it rains and there is nothing to do, you should think of this activity if you had had an eventful day before. Let’s try some services like body massages, fitness classes, nutrition therapy, hairstyling, pedicures, facials, and manicures.
