The largest airport in terms of area, 1,977 acres worth of land, Ho Chi Minh City airport is indeed Vietnam's biggest international airport. Officially, Ho Chi Minh City airport is known as 'Tan - Son - Nhat international airport', and is located just 6 kilometers north to District 1, the city's center.
Currently the airport manages with two terminal buildings. One reserved for Domestic flights, while the other for International flights. The latter, new international terminal, was opened in 2007 to extend Ho Chi Minh city airport' coverage area. This was primarily done to manage the large number of passengers travelling via the airport. According to the data, annually about 8 to 10 million passengers pass through the airport.
Transportation
Behold! Travelling has never been so easy as it is now. What is the secret you ask? Well, it is obviously car hire. Think about how you're visiting Ho Chi Minh, one enchanting shiny day, and how you just landed at the airport. It promises a beautiful entrance, but the only thing making you reluctant is your indecisiveness over what to choose: a taxi, bus, local trains or a rented car. Soon you think about your budget, but before that your comfort. And here is where rented cars come in handy. Not only are rented cars affordable, they are also categorized according to your trips' need.
What does the city offer?
What doesn't it offer? With recreational activities spread out throughout the city, Ho Chi Minh offers you the best time of your life. Here are a few places you can start that promising journey at:
- Paintball Saigon - Some sports have a universal bond. Paintball is one. For those who crave excitement, this two field exhilarating paintball experience is a must visit. There are also restaurants and bar to make up for the exercise this place is going to make you do.
- A O Show - Culture is almost perfectly reflected in the arts. With unique bamboo crique, theatrical visual dramas and acrobatic acts, this show charmingly depicts the beauty of Vietnam.
- War Remnants Museum - The place has already dealt with more than 500,000 visitors a year, and you might just be one of them. A very intriguing display of war weapons and machinery.
- Ho Chi Minh Square - Most people come here for the peace this place offers. It is bordered by the City Hall, Vietnamese restaurants and the iconic Rex Hotel.
