Bicycle Rentals in Ho Chi Minh City

If someday you will be in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, do not think that your only options for getting around are walking and taxis. You can always rent a bicycle in Ho Chi Minh City on our website and explore Vietnam’s biggest city at your own pace. Behind the famous scooter swarms of District 1, Saigon hides quieter corners — the tree-lined boulevards of the old French quarter, the riverside path along the Saigon River, and leafy District 2 across the water — all worth discovering slowly, on two wheels. On this page you will find a full guide to bicycle rental in Ho Chi Minh City.

Saigon is flat and compact at its historic core, which makes cycling perfectly workable if you choose your streets with care. Early mornings and the riverside promenade are the easiest times and places to ride, while the maze of small lanes behind the main avenues rewards anyone happy to pedal slowly and look around. A bicycle lets you weave between colonial landmarks, markets and hidden cafés at a pace no taxi could match.

Top 10 things to see in Ho Chi Minh City by bicycle

1. Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica — the red-brick colonial landmark at the heart of District 1, a natural starting point for any ride.
2. Central Post Office — the ornate French-era building right beside the cathedral, worth a slow ride past.
3. Ben Thanh Market — the city’s best-known market, busy with stalls, food and local life from early morning.
4. Reunification Palace — the former South Vietnamese presidential palace, set in wide grounds easy to reach by bike.
5. Saigon River waterfront (Bach Dang wharf) — a scenic, mostly flat stretch along the river with skyline views.
6. Bui Vien walking street area — ride through by day when it is calm to see the backpacker quarter without the crowds.
7. Jade Emperor Pagoda — an atmospheric, incense-filled Taoist temple a short ride from the centre.
8. Thao Dien (District 2) — a leafy, low-traffic riverside neighbourhood of cafés and villas, ideal for relaxed pedalling.
9. Cho Lon (Chinatown) & Binh Tay Market — the historic Chinese quarter, with narrow streets and a grand covered market.
10. War Remnants Museum — a short, easy ride from the centre for an essential piece of the city’s history.

What do you need to rent a bicycle in Ho Chi Minh City?

No licence is needed to rent a bicycle — it is one of the simplest ways to get around in Vietnam. Most providers ask riders to be at least 12–14 years old to go out alone, and will keep a copy of your passport or ID, or ask for a small deposit, which is returned when the bicycle comes back undamaged. Smaller bikes and child seats are usually available on request for younger riders.

How much does it cost to rent a bicycle in Ho Chi Minh City?

Bicycle rental in Ho Chi Minh City starts from around 80,000 VND per day for a simple city bike, rising to about 150,000–270,000 VND per day for a good mountain bike or an electric bicycle. What you pay depends mostly on the type of bike, with a smaller seasonal effect on top:

• December–April (dry, high season) — the most comfortable and busiest months for tourism, when demand for bicycles is highest and prices sit at the top of the range.
• May–November (wet, low season) — fewer visitors cycling in the daily downpours, so availability is better and daily rates are at their most affordable.

Because a bicycle is such an inexpensive way to get around, the seasonal swing is modest compared with a scooter, but it is still worth booking a day or two ahead during the dry season to get the model you want.

When to book a rental bicycle in Ho Chi Minh City?

The best months to cycle in Ho Chi Minh City are December to April, the dry season, with hot but manageable days and little rain to interrupt your ride. From May to November the wet season brings short, heavy afternoon downpours most days — the mornings are usually clear, so an early ride still works well, but you should plan around the showers. If you want the most reliable weather, aim for the dry season; if you want the best price and don’t mind timing your rides around an afternoon shower, the wet months are kinder to your wallet.

Local traffic rules

In Vietnam you ride on the right-hand side of the road. A helmet is not legally required for a bicycle, though it is a sensible idea, especially for children or on busier roads. Ho Chi Minh City’s main avenues carry some of the heaviest scooter traffic in the country, so stick to quieter routes such as the riverside promenade, Thao Dien’s back streets or early-morning rides before the rush builds. Ride predictably, expect scooters to use their horn as a warning rather than a sign of aggression, and give way to larger vehicles at junctions.

Types of bicycles available

On our website you can rent the following types of bicycles: city bike, mountain bike, road bike, electric bicycle (e-bike), folding bike, cruiser, tandem bicycle, kids’ bike, bicycle with a child seat.

Models of bicycles available

On our website you can hire bicycles from the following manufacturers: Giant, Trek, Merida, Scott, Cannondale, Specialized, Bianchi, Cube, Decathlon (B’Twin), Asama.

Which insurance is provided with my rental bicycle?

Bicycle rentals typically come with basic cover for third-party damage, but theft and damage terms vary from one provider to another. Some include simple loss or damage protection in the price, while others cover it through your deposit; always check the exact terms on the booking page before you confirm.

Extra services available

When you make an online bicycle reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: helmet, lock, basket, child seat, lights, repair kit, map, delivery to your hotel, delivery to Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

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Most of our bicycle rentals in Ho Chi Minh City have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept bike, lock, basket and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a bicycle in Ho Chi Minh City, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!