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1. Cai Rang Floating Market
Situated approximately 6km from Can Tho city, Cai Rang Floating Market is a bustling trading hub specializing in the exchange of agricultural products, fruits, food, and beverages. It also serves as a vibrant sightseeing spot, reflecting the distinctive river culture of Can Tho city. What makes this market unique is the row of boats on the river, each equipped with a bamboo pole displaying their goods for sale as a form of advertisement. These boats resemble mobile living spaces on the water, complete with all the necessities such as potted plants, pets, and motorbikes. To experience the life of the river dwellers, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Cai Rang Floating Market.
Vibrant atmosphere at the floating market (Source: Collected)
2. Binh Thuy Ancient House
Located on Bui Huu Nghia Street, Binh Thuy Ward, Binh Thuy District, Can Tho City, Binh Thuy Ancient House is designed with 5 compartments and 2 roofs, featuring French colonial architecture built in 1870. The ancient house has, is, and will continue to preserve cultural and historical values passed down through time. Outside the ancient house, numerous trees and flowers adorn the space, creating a blend of antiquity and freshness.
Image inside Binh Thuy Ancient House (Source: Collected)
Outside the Binh Thuy Ancient House area (Source: Collected)
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3. Ninh Kieu Wharf
When in Can Tho, don't miss out on visiting Ninh Kieu Wharf – a renowned tourist and cultural landmark of the city. Situated on the right bank of the Hau River, between the confluence of the Hau and Can Tho rivers, adjacent to Hai Ba Trung Street, Ninh Kieu Wharf has become an icon of Can Tho. With its poetic and romantic charm, Ninh Kieu Wharf has not only become part of the lives of the local people but also immortalized in poetry and hearts of many. From Ninh Kieu Wharf, tourists can easily explore other tourist attractions.
Ninh Kieu Wharf Tourist Area during the day (Source: collected)
Ninh Kieu Riverside by Night (Source: collected)
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4. My Khanh Ecotourism Village
My Khanh Ecotourism Village is likened to a miniature Mekong Delta – it is a famous eco-tourism destination in Can Tho. While here, indulge in a variety of fruits in the orchards and local specialties, explore traditional craft villages, and listen to folk songs of the Southern region! Don't miss out on traditional games like tree climbing, sack jumping, pig racing, and more!
Entrance to My Khanh Ecotourism Village (Source: collected)
Pig Racing at Can Tho Ecotourism Village (Source: collected)
5. Can Tho Bridge
Can Tho Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge spanning the Hau River, connecting Can Tho City and Vinh Long Province. Upon completion in 2010, it was the longest main span cable-stayed bridge in Southeast Asia, construction began on September 25, 2004. Viewed from above, Can Tho Bridge resembles the long hair of a young girl cascading down the Hau River. The greater distance between the banks of the Hau River compared to the Tien River results in the bridge being both longer and taller, creating a majestic sight.
Panoramic view of Can Tho Bridge site (Source: collected)
Longest cable-stayed bridge in Southeast Asia (Source: collected)
6. Can Tho Beach
Can Tho Beach is a 400m-long artificial beach. From the beach, visitors can admire Can Tho Bridge at a relatively close distance. You can try exciting water sports such as jet skiing, kayaking, banana boat rides... or rent a speedboat to run along the beach.
Evening on Can Tho Coastal Tourism Area (Source: collected)
7. Bang Lang Stork Garden
Located about 60km from Can Tho City, following National Highway 91, passing through O Mon District, to Thot Not District to Bang Lang Bridge, turning left after the bridge, you will reach Bang Lang Stork Garden. Entrance fee for Vietnamese visitors is 10,000 VND/person, for foreigners is 20,000 VND/person. Here, there are many types of storks such as egrets, herons, ibises, night herons, kingfishers, little egrets, pond herons, lotus herons, bitterns... This is one of the largest bird sanctuaries where lush gardens meet nine rivers.
Stork garden area attracts tourists (Source: collected)
8. Fruit Orchards
Fruit orchards are a distinctive feature of the Can Tho river region, the best time to visit fruit orchards is from late May to early June when the fruits are ripe.
You can visit fruit orchards at locations such as My Khanh, Mr. Sau Duong's garden, Binh Thuy orchid garden, arc-shaped gardens along the Phong Dien, Phung Hiep rivers, and many other family tourist gardens in O Mon, Thot Not.
Owners of fruit orchards (Source: collected)
Tourists picking fruits (Source: collected)
9. Ba Bo Flower Village
Ba Bo Flower Village covers an area of 20 hectares in Binh Thuy district. Here, there are many different types of flowers, mainly chrysanthemums, sunflowers, daisies, apricot blossoms, and roses. Visitors to the flower village can take photos comfortably.
Tourist area of chrysanthemum gardens (Source: collected)
10. Tay Do Night Market
Located about 1km west of the center of Can Tho city, Tay Do Market is a major trading hub for provinces in the Mekong Delta, and also a must-visit entertainment destination for tourists when traveling to Can Tho. The market offers a variety of dining, culinary, and lively entertainment services at night. It is also a trading hub for various goods.
Entrance gate of Tay Do Market in Can Tho (Source: collected)
11. Truc Lam Phuong Nam Zen Monastery
Truc Lam Phuong Nam Zen Monastery is located approximately 15km from the city center, situated in My Khanh commune, Phong Dien district. The landscape and cultural architecture dating back to the Ly - Tran dynasty at the largest monastery in the Mekong Delta will bring you a sense of peace when you step foot here.
Outside view of Can Tho Zen Monastery (Source: collected)
12. Can Tho Museum
Can Tho Museum is located at 1 Hoa Binh Boulevard, Tan An ward, Ninh Kieu district. With a large scale, the museum displays numerous ancient artifacts about the country, people of Can Tho, and the Mekong Delta region through different periods.
Can Tho Museum area, a tourist attraction with large scale (Source: collected)
Above are the most beautiful and famous tourist attractions in Can Tho, you should experience them yourself. If you haven't found any hotel rooms yet, check out the best hotels in Can Tho on Vntrip.
