My Tho
Mỹ Tho
My Tho
Mỹ Tho
Gateway to the Mekong Delta: fruit orchards, river canals, and the authentic lifestyle of Southern Vietnam.
Tien Giang Province
Administrative Center
Mekong Delta
My Tho is a city with a rich trading history, located 70 km from Ho Chi Minh City. Historically, it serves as the main gateway to Vietnam's famous "rice bowl." This place attracts travelers with the opportunity to see the life of the Mekong Delta, visit fruit plantations on the islands, and enjoy a peaceful pace of life away from the hustle and bustle of the capital.
Key Data
- Population
~270,700
- Area
N/A
- From HCMC
70–80 km, 2 hrs
- Best Season
November — April
- Prices
Low
- English
Basic
- Climate
Tropical (28–30°C)
- Love eco-tourism and nature
- Want to see authentic fruit orchards
- Are traveling through the Mekong Delta
- Are looking for a peaceful pace of life
- Are looking for a beach holiday
- Expect luxury service and upscale hotels
- Are afraid of a humid climate and brief showers
Dry season with the most comfortable conditions for visiting islands and walking along the canals.
Main Highlights
My Tho offers an immersion into the atmosphere of the delta through temples, markets, and boat trips between the islands.
Vinh Trang Pagoda
in the cityThoi Son Island
by waterCanal Boat Tour
by waterAreas and Overnight Stays
Choose between the comfort of city guesthouses and the atmosphere of river lodges for total immersion.
City Center
- Close to markets and restaurants
- Convenient for a short stopover
River Lodges
- Fans of solitude and nature
- Those looking for peace and quiet
Local Cuisine
Local culinary traditions are closely tied to the gifts of the Mekong and tropical horticulture.
My Tho Hu Tieu (Hủ tiếu Mỹ Tho)
everywhereCoconut Candies
on the islandsOn Site
- Getting there
Bus from Mien Tay station (HCMC)
- Transport
Boats, bicycles, Grab
- Connectivity
Stable 4G, Wi-Fi in lodges
- Cash
Must have on hand
- With kids
Suitable
- Safety
High
- Ask boat operators for routes through secondary canals for a more authentic experience.
- Use the free bicycles often offered by guesthouses to explore the orchards.
- Be sure to bargain when buying souvenirs at the markets.