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My Tho

Tien Giang 5m⚡ Easy
Best Time
November to April
Difficulty
Easy
Safety
★★★★★
Solo Friendly
Family
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About My Tho

Mỹ Tho is the bustling capital of Tiền Giang Province and the historic gateway to the Mekong Delta. Situated along the Tien River, the city is famous for its vibrant floating fruit orchards, traditional coconut candy workshops on local islets (like Thoi Son), and historical landmarks like the Vinh Trang Pagoda. It represents the quintessential Mekong Delta charm.

💡Why Visit?

Take a hand-rowed sampan cruise through narrow coconut canals, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, and taste fresh tropical fruits.

Best For
familysolo travellercouple
Languages
Vietnamese
#mekong-delta#river-boating#historic-pagodas#coconut-candy#floating-lifestyle
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3 Days

Quick Facts

RegionTien Giang
CountryVietnam
Altitude5m
DifficultyEasy
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget Stay₫180,000*/night
Budget Food₫100,000*/day
PermitNot Required
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Activities

Sampan Cruise through Thoi Son Canal

Includes rowing boat and fruit tasting

Time

3 hours

Cost

₫150k*–₫250k*

Effort

Easy

Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda

Massive historic temple

Time

1.5 hours

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

Explore My Tho Central Market

Authentic delta market

Time

2 hours

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Jun · Rain

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 31°C annually. Avoid travel in Sep, Oct due to heavy rainfall.

Temperature range (°C)
Jun
🌧️Rain
🌡️
Temperature25° – 31°C
💧
Rainfall239mm
💡Okay
💡Moderate — expect frequent rain
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

⚠️ Avoid travelling in Sep, Oct due to extreme conditions.

Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo

When to Visit

💸Best Value
SepOct
Crowds Low Prices Low

Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.

🔥Peak Season
DecJanFebMarApr
Crowds Medium Prices Medium

Busiest months — book stays & transport early.

🌙Off Season
JunJulAugSep
Crowds Low Prices Low

Quietest window with the lowest prices.

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
75 km · 1.5 hours by road
Nearest Railway Station
Saigon Railway Station
75 km · 1.5 hours by road
Nearest Bus Stand
My Tho Bus Station
3 km · 10 minutes

Drive south from HCMC along the National Highway 1A or the HCMC-Trung Luong Expressway.

Local Transport

Cab / Taxi
₫1,100,000* – ₫1,600,000*/day
Local Bus
Local city buses connecting to rural districts
Walking

Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
₫180,000*/night
  • Delta homestay
  • Local Nha Nghi
🏨 Premium
₫500,000*/night
  • Standard city hotel
  • Orchard bungalow
✨ Luxury
₫1,500,000*/night
  • Mekong Riverside Resort
  • Island eco-lodge

Local Cuisine

⭐ Hu Tieu My Tho (My Tho Pork Noodle Soup)local
⭐ Fried Elephant Ear Fish (Ca Tai Tuong Chien Xu)restaurant
Thoi Son Coconut Candylocal

Travel Tips

  • Hu Tieu My Tho is a legendary dish; look for local roadside eateries rather than tourist-heavy restaurants for the most authentic flavor.
  • Take a public boat from 30/4 Pier in My Tho to visit the four islets (Dragon, Unicorn, Tortoise, Phoenix).
Things to carry
Sun hat and sunglassesInsect repellentComfortable slip-on shoes for temple visits
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