If you love discovering vibrant cultures, stunning landscapes, and delicious food, the Mekong Delta belongs at the top of your Vietnam travel list. Often called the “rice bowl of Vietnam,” this region is blessed with lush waterways, fruit orchards, floating markets, and unique cultural experiences.
Here’s a roundup of the Top 10 tourist attractions in the Mekong Delta, ranked by popularity in the first nine months of 2022. Get ready to plan your journey!
1. Tan Lap Floating Village (Long An)
📍 Location: Moc Hoa District, Long An Province
Tan Lap Floating Village is an enchanting eco-tourism destination featuring a sprawling 135-hectare melaleuca forest, crisscrossed by waterways and wooden walkways. It’s become a social media sensation thanks to its serene scenery and picturesque wooden bridges—perfect for photos earning “millions of likes.”
Visitors can reach Tan Lap easily from Ho Chi Minh City by motorbike, car, or even Grab Bike. The site is peaceful yet conveniently close enough for a quick return if you have to head back to the city.
2. Con Phung (Ben Tre)
📍 Location: Ben Tre Province
Nestled in the famous “Four Sacred Islands” (Long, Lan, Quy, Phung) of the Mekong River, Con Phung offers a blend of nature and fun activities. Just a two-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City, you can:
- Cycle over monkey bridges
- Swing across the river
- Fish for crocodiles
- Feed fish using bottles
It’s an adventure-packed spot and pairs perfectly with nearby attractions like Cu Lao Tan Phong in Tien Giang Province.
3. Sa Dec City (Dong Thap)
Sa Dec is a paradise for photographers and TikTok enthusiasts, famous for its multicultural architecture shaped by Vietnamese, Chinese, and Khmer communities. Top highlights include:
- Huynh Thuy Le Ancient House (featured in Marguerite Duras’s novel The Lover)
- Kien An Cung Pagoda
- Sa Dec Flower Village — over a century old and known as the flower capital of the Mekong. During flood season, you’ll see farmers paddling boats among floating flower beds, a mesmerizing sight.
4. Dong Tam Snake Farm (Tien Giang)
📍 Location: Tien Giang Province
Often listed among Vietnam’s “Top 10 most thrilling destinations,” the Dong Tam Snake Farm houses over 400 species of snakes, including more than 50 venomous types bred for medical research and antivenom production.
Here, visitors can:
- See live snakes up close in open enclosures
- Learn snakebite prevention from experts
- Explore a small zoo featuring rare animals like swans, ostriches, bears, and Bengal tigers
Opening hours: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM. Remember to watch out for small children while visiting!
5. Bac Lieu Wind Power Fields
📍 Location: Bac Lieu Province
These iconic offshore wind turbines, visible nearly 20 km away from Bac Lieu city, create a surreal landscape that many describe as “the Western sky scenery.”
- Best time to visit: Sunrise (before 9 AM) or sunset for perfect lighting
- Entrance fee: 30,000 VND
The wind power fields have become a hot spot for photography lovers, offering a modern contrast to the traditional river life of the Mekong.
6. Cai Rang Floating Market (Can Tho)
📍 Location: Can Tho City
No Mekong Delta journey is complete without visiting the Cai Rang Floating Market, one of the most famous floating markets in Vietnam—and indeed, the world. Canoes and boats loaded with fruits, vegetables, and delicious local dishes create a vibrant, colorful scene.
It’s a must for any visitor wanting to:
- Snap iconic photos
- Taste fresh local cuisine
- Immerse in the authentic floating market culture
7. Phong Dien Orchard (Can Tho)
Nearby Phong Dien Orchard offers a lush escape into fruit-laden gardens. While this year’s harvest is lighter due to drought, it’s still worth a visit for:
- Tasting Mekong specialties
- Participating in local games like monkey bridge crossings, boat rowing, or fishing by hand
It’s a sweet, immersive look into Delta life.
8. Chau Doc Market (An Giang)
📍 Location: Chau Doc City, An Giang Province
Like Sa Dec, Chau Doc is a multicultural hub—but with strong influences from the Cham and Khmer communities, alongside the Kinh and Chinese.
Chau Doc Market is known as the “kingdom of fish sauces and dried fish,” offering countless local specialties:
- Fish sauce varieties
- Dried snakehead fish
- Banh bo (steamed rice cakes)
- Num-bo-hok (Khmer noodle soup)
- Jaggery juice
- Nam Vang noodle soup
All at affordable prices and perfect for taking home as edible souvenirs!
9. Tra Su Melaleuca Forest (An Giang)
📍 Location: About 20 km from Chau Doc City
Tra Su Melaleuca Forest is one of the largest and most beautiful wetlands in the Mekong Delta. A lush canopy of melaleuca trees shades emerald waterways, creating an almost mystical atmosphere.
- Best time to visit: 7–9 AM to see birds feeding, or 4–6 PM to watch flocks return to their nests
- Ticket price: 190,000 VND/person (individual) or 95,000 VND/person for groups of 7+
A bamboo bridge winds through the forest, offering breathtaking views and a peaceful stroll among nature.
10. Dat Mui Cape (Ca Mau)
📍 Location: Ca Mau Province
As Vietnam’s southernmost point, Dat Mui Cape is where the country’s iconic S-shaped map reaches its tail end. Visitors here often combine their trip with:
- Exploring U Minh Ha Forest
- Visiting Ca Mau floating markets
- Sampling the region’s famous crabs and seafood
Best season: Rainy and flood season (May–November), when waterway travel is easiest. Visitors from other parts of Vietnam can fly into Can Tho Airport, then continue by road to Ca Mau.
How to Get There
For travelers from Saigon and nearby provinces, the Mekong Delta is easily accessible via:
- Passenger coaches
- Private cars
- Motorbikes
From major cities like Hanoi, Da Nang, or Quy Nhon, the best way is to fly to Can Tho Airport and continue the journey by bus or car.
Why Visit the Mekong Delta?
The Mekong Delta promises:
✅ Scenic landscapes
✅ Floating markets bustling with local life
✅ Authentic cultural experiences
✅ Fresh, delicious, and affordable food
No matter which destinations you choose, the Delta guarantees memories as vast and colorful as its rivers.
