Top 08 Best Things To Do In Can Tho, Vietnam

You choose Can Tho for your next destination, you won't need to wonder what to do in this beautiful land after reading the top 08 best things to do in Can Tho in the article below. Pack your bags and go to Can Tho to explore these places.

1. Take a boat to Cai Rang Floating Market

Address: Võ Tánh St, Lê Bình ward, Cái Răng district, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam

Best time to visit: 05:00 am - 07:00 pm

Boat rental fee: 900.000 VND/ boat ~ 38 USD ( maximum 10 pax/ boat)

Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/7TSXZuQ2uzaPW5Ar8

Travel tips: Bring a raincoat & insect repellent if you plan to go to Cai Rang floating market in the rainy season.

Cai Rang Floating Market

Cai Rang Floating Market is located downstream of Can Tho River, about 600m from Cai Rang Bridge. This is one of the most well-known and biggest floating markets in the Mekong Delta region. The market starts at 4am and ends at 10am. But for the best experience, you should come here at 5-7am. During these hours, visitors can completely enjoy a vivid picture of local life and trading activities.

The attraction of tourists to Cai Rang floating market is its quintessentially local ambiance. The market gathers many boats carrying goods of many merchants. Visitors can find from fruits and vegetables to crafts and local delicacies aboard these boats. Moreover, visitors will have the opportunity to meet the locals of the West River region and discover the impressive culture. Today, although the road network has developed widely, Cai Rang Floating Market still exists and develops in association with long-standing cultural values.

With significant cultural and economic values, Cai Rang floating market was recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage on March 10, 2016 and selected as one of the 10 most impressive markets in the world with colorful boats of tropical agricultural products by the Rough Guide (UK) travel magazine.

So, visiting Cai Rang floating market will be one of the best things to do in Can Tho Vietnam and promises an unforgettable journey. Get up early and bring your camera for colorful photos here.

2. Visit Binh Thuy ancient House

Address: 144 Bùi Hữu Nghĩa St, Bình Thủy ward, Cái Răng district, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam

Entrance fee: 15,000 VND/ pax ~ 1 USD

Opening hours: 08:00 am - 12:00 pm and 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm

Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/R2RkqNmUn2gLyp6s8

Binh Thuy ancient House

Visiting Binh Thuy ancient house is one of the things to do in Can Tho if you want to have a perfect trip. Situated just 5 kilometers from the city center, Binh Thuy ancient house is the most beautiful house in the Mekong Delta. The Duong family has owned this home since it was built in 1870.

Binh Thuy ancient house is one of the few old houses with a combination of French classical architecture and traditional Vietnamese architecture left. This house also owns rare antiques from the West such as French loungers from the Louis XV period, 15th century white lanterns, etc.

In 2009, Binh Thuy Ancient House was recognized as a National architectural and artistic monument. In addition, this house was chosen as the setting of the 1992 film "L'Amant" ("Lover") based on the same-titled book by French novelist Marguerite Duras.

3. Admire the architecture at Ong Pagoda

Address: 32 Hai Bà Trưng St, Tân An, Ninh Kiều district, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam

Opening hours: 07:00 am - 17:00 pm

Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/xgJaVR3a3DRV4G3y7

Ong Pagoda

If you're seeking a serene and culturally rich experience in Can Tho, make sure to visit Ong Pagoda. Located in a central location, tourists can easily come here to visit and admire the unique architectural pagoda of the Chinese. Ong Pagoda was built in 1894 and completed over a span of two years. On June 21, 1993, Ong Pagoda was recognized as a national historical and cultural relic by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

The architecture of Ong Pagoda is distinctly Chinese, featuring enclosing walls, yin-yang tile roofs, and a spacious courtyard that bathes the interior in natural light. Materials for its construction were meticulously transported from Guangzhou. Unlike many other temples, Ong Pagoda is characterized by a single front gate and iron fence, supported by six pillars, rather than the traditional three-way gate.

Ong Can Tho Pagoda holds not only a religious significance but also a cultural and educational activity of the Chinese to maintain traditional cultural values such as wood carving and calligraphy.

Add this place to your list of things to do in Can Tho Vietnam to experience a moment of peace in the midst of the bustling city.

4. Enjoy fresh fruits in the tropical fruit garden

Some popular fruit gardens:

Ba Cong orchard: Bình Phó B, Bình Thủy ward, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam.

Phong Dien orchard: 335 Lộ Vòng Cung, Mỹ Khánh commune, Phong Điền district, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam.

Rach Ke Orchard: 396A My Nhon, My Khanh commune, Phong Dien district, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam.

Entrance fee: 50,000 - 70,000 VND/ pax (2,1 USD - 3 USD) (including enjoying fruit at the garden).

Enjoying tropical fruits at the gardens will be one of the fun things to do in Can Tho that you cannot miss. With a mild climate and fertile soil all year round, Can Tho boasts numerous delectable fruit gardens. Specifically, Con Son, Phong Dien, My Khanh, Rach Ke... are the places where many famous fruit gardens are concentrated in Can Tho.

A tropical fruit garden in Can Tho

During a trip to Can Tho fruit garden, visitors will learn about tropical plants and their cultivation and growth process. Moreover, you will directly enjoy the taste of freshly harvested fresh fruits. Additionally, you will also have the opportunity to participate in many interesting traditional activities like canoeing, fishing, and shrimp catching.

Fruit usually ripens seasonally. So, if you want the perfect experience, visit the orchards between May and August. Don't miss out on this fantastic activity, which is undoubtedly among the top best things to do in Can Tho during your journey.

5. Visit Munirensay temple

Address: 36 Đại Lộ Hòa Bình, Tân An, Ninh Kiều district, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam

Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/iEFZ8vwS7TERfL2S9

Munirensay temple

Munir Ansay Pagoda is considered the most beautiful and has the most unique architecture in Can Tho. This is also a very famous religious site of the Khmer ethnic community in Can Tho.

This temple was built in 1948 using simple bamboo materials. The pagoda attracts a large number of domestic and foreign tourists with the design of "Angkor" of Cambodia. Like other Khmer temples, the main hall always faces east because in Buddhism the East is regarded as the direction of the gods.

There are several significant festivals held at Munir Ansay pagoda each year, including Kathina festival, Donta ancestor worship festival, Ok-om-Bok (October), and Cholchonam Thomay (Lunar new year) (March 13th–15th of the Chinese calendar). These rituals are conducted with both fun and solemnity, and guests can take part in a wide variety of folk activities. With so many activities, visiting Munir Ansay Pagoda will be one of the things to do in Can Tho Vietnam.

6. Visit Can Tho rice noodle factory

Chín Của rice noodle factory: 474c/14a, KV 7, An Bình ward, Ninh Kiều district, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam

Sáu Hoài rice noodle factory: 476/14 kv7, An Bình ward, Ninh Kiều district, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam

Quê tôi rice noodle factory: 2 Lộ Yên Hạ, Lê Bình ward, Cái Răng district, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam

The profession of making noodles is maintained by many families in Cai Rang district, Can Tho as a local tradition. When coming here, visiting the noodle factory will be one of the fun things to do in Can Tho that you cannot miss.

Noodle factory in Can Tho

During the tour of the noodle factory, you will not only observe the process of noodle production but also make noodles like the locals of Can Tho. The people here are very friendly and hospitable, they will help you discover the secret to making unique noodles.

After you've explored the noodle-making process, get ready to indulge in a variety of delectable noodle dishes that Can Tho has to offer, such as the renowned Nam Vang noodle, seafood noodle, and pizza noodle. The memories you make at the noodle makers' will undoubtedly leave you with a content heart and a richer understanding of local traditions.

7. Explore Bang Lang Stork Sanctuary

Address: Thuận An, Thốt Nốt district, Cần Thơ city, Việt Nam

Opening hours: 05:00 am - 07:30 pm

Entrance fee: 20,000 VND/ pax ~ 1 USD

Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/7P7VKvQpXJCsQMTg8

Bang Lang Stork Sanctuary

Bang Lang stork garden or white stork garden is located in Thuan An ward, Can Tho and 60km from the city center. Bang Lang stork garden in Can Tho is more than 16,500m2. The sanctuary is called "Bang Lang," which translates to "Crape Myrtle" (a type of tree with summer-blooming purple blooms).

Bang Lang Stork Garden was established by a local resident named Mr. Bay Co in 1983. Since its establishment, the reserve has been maintained and preserved to this day, with a total of more than 20 different bird species, including ten different species of storks. With a variety of birds, you will have a great experience here.

8. Sunset cruise on a mystic sampan

Departure 16:00 at the Cần Thơ market hall

Duration: 2 hours

Cruise price: 2,330,000 VND ~ 97,32 USD (+ 400,000 VND/pax ~ 17 USD for snack tray and cocktail)

Sunset cruise on a mystic sampan

Watching the sunset aboard the Mystic Sampans will be our ultimate recommendation for the best things to do in Can Tho Vietnam. Visitors will be traveling on the Mekong River and seeing the majestic scenery of Can Tho. After that, you will see Can Tho bridge and stop at a green canal for a walk. Here, you will have the opportunity to get close to the area's rustic lifestyle on both sides of the river in Can Tho.

When you step on this boat, you will not only be able to watch the sunset but also experience unique Asian-European cuisine and enjoy delicious Vietnamese dishes. Spend an afternoon in Can Tho and join the sunset cruise at the Mystic Sampans.

With so many things to do in Can Tho Vietnam, you will absolutely have a wonderful experience. Auasia Travel hope you enjoy a happy and meaningful trip with your loved ones. Also, if you want to find the best hotel in Can Tho, please visit our website for more useful information.

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