Vietnamese cuisine is amongst the healthiest in the world and a meal costs from 40 cents upwards. The food is so good that few people bother to eat at home. Many restaurants have a home delivery service. Drinking The choice of bars is nearly as great as that of eateries. From the outdoor Bia Hoi, where a litre of freshly brewed beer costs about 25 cents, to the roof-top bar of the Caravelle Hotel, with its exclusive clientele and panoramic views of the city.
Nightlife comes alive at the weekends when the whole city seems to take to the streets.
There is no bus system as such. The city is small and most journeys take less than 15 minutes. Driving in the city can be hazardous, as the laws of the road are not always observed. Traffic is heavy, especially at peak periods. Taxis are very cheap.