Binh Tay Market : info and guided tour

Introduction to Binh Tay Market

Binh Tay Market is one of the major markets in the Chợ Lớn district, in District 5 of Ho Chi Minh City. Located at 57A Tháp Mười, it is a key center for wholesale and retail trade for both locals and visitors. Its bustling activity makes it a lively place and a landmark of the local economy.

The market stands out for its Sino-Vietnamese architecture, with a large inner courtyard, covered arcades and a clearly visible clock in the main structure. Designed as a functional and harmonious complex, it blends brick, tiles and traditional ornamentation, giving it a recognizable silhouette in the heart of Cholon.

Binh Tay Market is especially famous for the atmosphere in its aisles, where food products, spices, textiles and everyday goods are sold side by side. It reflects the strong presence of Chinese merchant culture in this part of the city. Visitors come here as much to shop as to observe a lively, dense and authentic market.

Discover Ho Chi Minh City with a private guide

A private guide can help you better understand the market’s layout, its role in Cholon and the features of its architecture. By providing insight into its history, uses and urban setting, they make it easier to appreciate this very lively part of Ho Chi Minh City beyond a simple visit.