Ho Chi Minh City Book Street

A fantastic little place right in the heart of the city, Ho Chi Minh City Book Street is an absolute must for book lovers and café seekers alike. Just around the corner from the iconic Central Post Office, this peaceful tree-lined street offers a unique escape from the city’s buzz. Lined with bookshops, from local publishers to stalls with international selections, there’s something for readers of all kinds—whether you’re into romance, thrillers, or thought-provoking non-fiction. Many shops also offer stationery, postcards, and souvenirs, giving it a charming blend of local culture and creativity. There are several shaded benches and casual cafés where you can sip on a Vietnamese coffee or tea while diving into your latest read. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and you could easily spend an hour or two browsing, sitting back, or people-watching. Art installations and sculptures add to the charm, and the entire space feels thoughtfully curated and community-focused. It’s clean, pedestrian-only, and a great place to slow down. I highly recommend it for solo travelers, couples, or anyone looking for a break in a calm and creative setting. A refreshing change of pace right in the middle of District 1.

This lovely street is filled with book shops, café stops, and even souvenir stalls. While most books are in Vietnamese language, you can also find classic ones in English. This is also a great spot if you are looking for crafty postcards. There are benches all throughout, perfect for appreciating the day under the shade.

Overhyped. It’s a nice short street, only worth going because it’s directly next to the post office. Might have some nice postcards, but that’s about it. There’s a normal looking cafe (not insta worthy) , some street artist doing caricature. But really, that’s about it. Maybe i had too high expectations. The books are all in Vietnamese. The street is a nice photo point overlooking the Notre Dame. Since there’s nothing much to do in Saigon, you could put this in your itinerary. Sorry for the honest review.

Such a lovely book street. Definitely a haven for book lovers. You will defintely enjoy looking around. Some stores sells souvenir stuffs. Some stores also has stationery stuffs. I even got a Jujutsu Kaisen stickers from here. Great place to buy gifts for loved ones too. We also saw a cafe here . Definitely a must visit for book lovers.

When we visited, it was less crowded. The street is filled with book stores and souvenir shops we got a few cute stickers. This place is book heaven for book lovers. Also have few food joints. Do visit this street when in ho chi Minh City.

Such a cute and charming street! Book Street is located right next to the Saigon Central Post Office and the Notre-Dame Cathedral, so it’s super easy to find if you’re visiting those landmarks. I came on a weekday early in the morning, and it was so peaceful—not crowded at all, which made it even more enjoyable. You can just stroll, take your time, and explore the cozy bookshops, little cafés, and seating areas. Definitely worth a visit if you’re a book lover or just looking for a quiet spot in the city!

Located right next to the iconic Central Post Office, this quaint little street is a haven for book lovers. Shaded by trees, it offers a cool, relaxing atmosphere perfect for browsing. There’s a charming coffee shop where you can sit and read, plus several spots to pick up unique souvenirs. A lovely stop for a peaceful break in the heart of the city.

Being an avid reader this was a must visit place for me while being in Ho Chi Minh City and it didnt disappoint. Its situated 10-15 mins near District 1 with many attractions nearby. The street itself is not spread over more than 1 km but there are many small bookshops and cafes themed on book reading etc. Many artists are doing live art like making caricatures and drawings which are an excellet memorablia. The bookstores have many beautiful and unique souvenirs, unique bookmarks, artistic postcards, wall hangings, drawings,paintings, tote bags etc. Most of the books are in vietnamese lanaguage with exception of two bookstores (each being at end of either side of the street). But to my dismay most of the English books were sold out and shopkeepers explained that TeT holiday just ended and many people visited and bought books. Good to see book reading culture of vietnam. If you have time, spend a a quiet relaxed afternoon here..