Landmarks

NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL

One of the most iconic Saigon attractions, this grand 60-meter tall cathedral was built between 1863 and 1880. Distance from Sherwood Residence by walking: 800 m

SAIGON CENTRAL POST OFFICE

Built between 1886 and 1891, the Saigon Central Post Office’s vaulted roof, arched windows, hand-painted maps on the walls make this working post office one of Ho Chi Minh City’s most unique architectural sites. Distance from Sherwood Residence by walking: 1 km

REUNIFICATION PALACE

Designed by Ngo Viet Thu for South Vietnam's former President, Ngo Dinh Diem, during the American War, Reunification Palace was the site of the country’s official handover of power after the fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. Distance from Sherwood Residence by walking: 800 m

WAR REMNANTS MUSEUM

This museum examines the Vietnam War, known as the “American War” in Vietnam, from the Vietnamese perspective. Exhibits include confronting images of the conflict, fighter planes, tanks, howitzers, bombs and a re-creation of the notorious tiger cages of Con Dao Island prison. Distance from Sherwood Residence by walking: 500 m

MUSEUM OF HO CHI MINH CITY

This beautiful and imposing neoclassical building was built in 1885 and was formerly known as Gia Long Palace and the Revolutionary Museum. Learn the story of Vietnam with archaeological artifacts, ceramics, city maps and exhibits about the city’s diverse cultural heritage. Distance from Sherwood Residence for walking: 1.2 km

PEOPLE'S COMMITTEE HALL

Located on one of the most beautiful streets in Ho Chi Minh City, this striking building is known for its unique architecture. While guests can admire the façade, this working government building is not open to the public. Distance from Sherwood Residence by walking: 1.2 km