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Quick overview

  • Ticket options: Choose from standard Saigon Skydeck entry, Ao Dai Museum combos, Water Puppet Show bundles, or Cu Chi Tunnels guided tour combos. Some variants also include VR games, transfers, or guided experiences.
  • Access levels: Most tickets include entry to the enclosed 49th-floor Saigon Skydeck with panoramic city views. Combo tickets may add museum or cultural attraction access.
  • Unique experiences: Enjoy 360° Ho Chi Minh City views, VR skydiving games, interactive displays, and photo spots. Select upgrades include water puppet shows or Cu Chi Tunnels tours.
  • Queues & access: Mobile QR tickets help skip ticket-counter lines, though security screening still applies before elevator access.
  • When to book: Many visitors book a few days ahead, but sunset hours and weekends can sell out faster.
  • Good to know: Most visits last 30–60 minutes, and tickets are generally single-entry.
  • Best upgrade: Choose a Skydeck + Water Puppet Show or Cu Chi Tunnels combo for a more immersive city experience.

Levels at the Saigon Skydeck

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Overview

Saigon Skydeck features the 49th-floor indoor observatory and select higher-floor lounge experiences on combo tickets, offering 360° skyline views over Ho Chi Minh City.

Quick facts

  • Total height: 262.5 m (861 ft)
  • Main public level: 49th floor
  • Elevator access: Yes
  • Stairs: Not accessible to visitors
  • Typical visit: 30–60 min
  • Time to reach: About 1–2 min by elevator (+ security queue)

Ground Floor Lobby

  • Height: 0 m
  • Access method: Open lobby + elevator access
  • Time to reach: Entry point; about 5–10 min for ticket scan and security
  • What to see: Bitexco Financial Tower entrance, ticket counters, QR scanning area, cafés, and retail spaces.
  • The view: Street-level perspective of Ho Chi Minh City’s modern skyline district.
  • Access: Included with all tickets

Saigon Skydeck (49th Floor)

  • Height: 178 m / 584 ft
  • Access method: High-speed elevator
  • Time to reach: About 1–2 min by elevator (+ avg queue time)
  • What to see: 360° panoramic skyline views, interactive displays, telescopes, VR games, and Ao Dai cultural exhibits.
  • The view: Best for sweeping Saigon River views, sunset cityscapes, and landmark spotting across Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Access: Base ticket

Upper-floor Café & Lounge Spaces

  • Height: Above 178 m / 584 ft
  • Access method: Elevator access via select combo experiences
  • Time to reach: About 2–5 additional min depending on venue access
  • What to see: Rooftop-style seating, drinks, evening ambiance, and elevated skyline perspectives beyond the main observatory.
  • The view: Ideal for nighttime city lights and a more relaxed skyline experience after sunset.
  • Access: Combo or upgrade ticket only

What to expect at Saigon Skydeck

Enter via the dedicated Skydeck entrance

Arrive at Bitexco Financial Tower on Ho Tung Mau Street in District 1. Look for the Saigon Skydeck entrance and show your mobile ticket or voucher; check-in and security take around 5–10 minutes.

Ride the high-speed elevator to level 49

Staff direct you to high-speed elevators dedicated to visitors. In under 45 seconds, you travel to the 49th floor as District 1 and the Saigon River recede below.

Explore the indoor 360° viewing gallery

Step into the circular, air-conditioned observation hall with floor-to-ceiling glass. Wander the 360° walkway with free telescopes and touchscreens.

Soak in Saigon’s skyline and sunset views

Take your time circling the deck to see Saigon from every angle. Spot landmarks like Ben Thanh Market, Nguyen Hue Walking Street, and Notre Dame Cathedral.

Add drinks or tours as optional upgrades

Depending on your ticket, options may include a drink at the EON Café or inclusion in broader city tours.

Head back down and continue your evening

Follow signs back to the elevators for a quick descent and visit nearby attractions like Ben Thanh Market and Nguyen Hue.

Things to know before booking your Saigon Skydeck tickets

Booking window

• Saigon Skydeck tickets are generally date-specific with flexible entry during operating hours rather than fixed timed admission.

• Combo tours involving Cu Chi Tunnels or evening performances should be booked earlier, especially on weekends and holiday periods.

Entry & routing

• Entry is through Bitexco Financial Tower, where mobile QR vouchers can be scanned directly at the entrance.

• Guided combo tours may include hotel transfers or separate meeting points depending on the experience selected.

Access levels

• Standard tickets include access to the 49th-floor indoor observatory only.

• Select combo tickets additionally include Ao Dai Museum entry, VR experiences, guided tours, or cultural performances outside the tower.

Which Observation deck ticket is best for you

Ticket typeEntrance usedLines skippedFloors includedAccess modeGuideWhy pick thisPrice fromRecommended experience

Landmark 81 Skyview Tickets

Landmark 81 main lobby

Ticket counter

Indoor Skyview deck

High-speed elevator

Self-guided

• Includes VR game access • Tallest skyline views in Vietnam

₫413,185

[Combo (Save 5%) : Landmark 81 Saigon Skyview Tickets + Golden Dragon Water Puppe]

Saigon Skydeck Tickets

Bitexco Tower entrance

Ticket counter

49th-floor Skydeck

Elevator access

Self-guided

• Classic central skyline views • Includes Ao Dai Museum access

₫240,000

Water Puppet Show Tickets

Theater entrance

Standard entry queue

Theater seating

Seated performance

Self-guided

• Traditional Vietnamese art form • Evening cultural experience

₫343,061

Landmark 81 + Puppet Show Combo

Separate venue entries

Ticket counter

Skyview + theater

Elevator + theater entry

Self-guided

• Skyline + cultural combo • Includes VR skydiving access

₫718,434

Cu Chi Tunnels + Landmark 81

Tour pickup/check-in

Tour coordination

Tunnels + Skyview

Transfers + elevator

Guided tour

• Covers history + skyline • Includes hotel transfers

₫1,450,000

Cu Chi Tunnels + Saigon Skydeck

Tour pickup/check-in

Tour coordination

Tunnels + Skydeck

Transfers + elevator

Guided tour

• Combines city + wartime history • Includes Ao Dai Museum entry

₫611,705

Saigon Skydeck + Puppet Show

Separate venue entries

Ticket counter

Skydeck + theater

Elevator + theater entry

Self-guided

• Easy evening combo plan • Great for culture + views

₫553,908

Highlights at Saigon Skydeck

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Inside Saigon Skydeck

Where: Level 49, Bitexco Financial Tower

This circular, air-conditioned deck offers uninterrupted views from 178 meters above Ho Chi Minh City.

Glass-walled 360° city panorama

Where: Level 49 perimeter

Floor-to-ceiling glass reveals 360° views over the Saigon River and central District 1.

Interactive telescopes and touchscreens

Where: Level 49 along the windows

Telescopes and interactive screens help zoom into details of the city.

Ao Dai and city history gallery

Where: Level 49 inner exhibition area

Mannequins display traditional Vietnamese Ao Dai with historical captions.

High-speed elevator ascent

Where: From ground-floor Skydeck lobby to Level 49

A high-speed elevator delivers you to level 49 in under 45 seconds.

Views from the top at Saigon Skydeck

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Saigon River

Best viewed from: Level 49 – east-facing windows

Looking east, trace the Saigon River curving around District 1.

Image gallery showing Ben Thanh Market
Image gallery showing Nguyen Hue Walking Street
Image gallery showing Saigon Opera House
Image gallery showing Notre-Dame Cathedral

Plan your visit to Saigon Skydeck

Saigon Skydeck is usually open daily from 9am–9:30pm inside Bitexco Financial Tower. Entry is flexible during operating hours.

  • Last entry: About 30–45 min before closing
  • Typical visit: About 30–60 min
  • Sunset hours: Around 5pm–7pm are busiest

Best time to visit

Visit on weekday afternoons for shorter elevator queues and clearer daytime views. Arrive before sunset for both daylight and illuminated city skyline views over Ho Chi Minh City.

Saigon Skydeck occupies the 49th floor of Bitexco Financial Tower in District 1, beside the Saigon River and near Nguyen Hue Walking Street.

Address: 2 Hai Trieu Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Getting there

  • By bus: Routes 03, 19, 45, 93 (nearest stop: Ham Nghi Boulevard)
  • By taxi/car: About 10–15 min from Ben Thanh Market
  • By walk: About 5 min from Nguyen Hue Walking Street
  • Parking: Paid parking available inside Bitexco Financial Tower
  • Main Lobby Entrance (Bitexco Financial Tower): Used for standard Saigon Skydeck entry tickets. Scan your mobile QR voucher directly at the entrance before proceeding to security and elevator access.
  • Tour & Combo Check-in Area: Used for guided tours, Water Puppet Show combos, or Cu Chi Tunnels experiences. Some variants include separate host assistance or hotel pickup instructions.
  • Security screening: All visitors and bags undergo mandatory security checks before entering the high-speed elevator area.
  • Ticket redemption: Most online tickets support direct mobile scanning; some combo tours may require voucher validation with the host or operator before entry.
  • Restrooms: Available on visitor floors inside Bitexco Financial Tower.
  • Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi available throughout the attraction.
  • Gift shop: Souvenir counters near the exit offer skyline-themed gifts and local items.
  • Dining: Cafés and restaurants are located within Bitexco Financial Tower; select combo tickets include drinks or lounge access.
  • Photo spots: Interactive displays and skyline photo areas are available on the observation floor.

Stroller/Wheelchair access

Elevators support wheelchairs and strollers. Large luggage is discouraged during peak hours.

Saigon Skydeck is wheelchair accessible via high-speed elevators from the main lobby. Accessible restrooms are available inside the tower.

  • Service animals are generally permitted with prior confirmation.
  • Staff assistance is available at the entrance if needed.
  • The indoor observatory layout supports smooth movement for wheelchairs and strollers.
  • Seating areas are available throughout the deck for short breaks.
  • Photography: Personal photography is allowed throughout the observatory. Professional filming may require prior approval.
  • Smoking: Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside Bitexco Financial Tower or the Skydeck.
  • Prohibited items: Large luggage, dangerous objects, outside alcohol, and drones are not allowed.
  • Food & drinks: Outside food may be restricted in observatory areas.
  • Security: All visitors and bags pass through mandatory security screening before elevator access.
  • Re-entry: Tickets are typically single-entry only.

Saigon Skydeck visitors can access cafés and dining venues inside Bitexco Financial Tower, with select combo tickets including drinks or lounge experiences on higher floors.

  • Serves: Vietnamese dishes, coffee, cocktails, and light snacks
  • Best for: Sunset drinks and nighttime skyline views
  • Timings: Most venues operate from late morning until evening

Pick up skyline-themed souvenirs, local crafts, postcards, and Vietnamese gifts from retail counters near the Skydeck exit and lower lobby floors.

  • Location: Near the observatory exit and main lobby
  • Best buys: City skyline memorabilia, magnets, apparel, and local keepsakes

Visitor tips & guidelines

  • See three lighting moods in one visit: start circling the 49th-floor windows about 60 minutes before sunset.

  • Skip crowded corners and prioritize clearer views for photography.

  • Use free telescopes to enhance details and block reflections for night photography.

  • Plan your visit to optimize both daylight and nighttime experiences.

Frequently asked questions about Saigon Skydeck tickets

Yes. A standard ticket takes you by elevator to the 49th-floor Skydeck, which is the main public observation level.