5 Creative Things to Do in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

District 1 is a practical place to pair cultural stops with a hands-on activity. Plan a flexible day around a book, art or design stop, then make something personal to take home.

Build a creative day around one hands-on activity

Start with a stop that gives you visual inspiration, such as Nguyễn Văn Bình Book Street, the Central Post Office area or the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts. Check each venue’s current visitor details before you travel.

Make a rug at Tuft Saigon

Tuft Saigon is a hands-on rug-making workshop at 2/3A Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai Street, Saigon Ward, District 1. Choose a 20×20 cm, 30×30 cm or 40×40 cm rug. Sessions run for 3 to 4 hours 30 minutes depending on the size, and you take your finished piece home on the day.

Read the District 1 creative activity guide, see what to expect at a workshop, or view live workshop times.