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Rooftop Garden Bar (Rex Hotel)

  • CoverNone
  • VibeHistoric, whimsical, relaxed
  • Price$$$
  • MusicLight background music, not a dance venue

Perched atop the historic Rex Hotel, this rooftop garden bar has been a Saigon fixture since the Vietnam War era, when it hosted military press briefings. Today it's known for whimsical topiary animal sculptures, string lights, and unobstructed views down Nguyen Hue Boulevard, making it one of the most photogenic and historically significant rooftop bars in the city.

Perched atop the historic Rex Hotel, this rooftop garden bar has been a Saigon fixture since the Vietnam War era, when it hosted military press briefings. Today it's known for whimsical topiary animal sculptures, string lights, and unobstructed views down Nguyen Hue Boulevard, making it one of the most photogenic and historically significant rooftop bars in the city.

Practical information for Rooftop Garden Bar (Rex Hotel)
Price $$$
Cover None
Hours 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM daily
Address 141 Nguyen Hue Boulevard, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City (Rex Hotel rooftop)

Good to know

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Historic rooftop garden bar with topiary and skyline views

Location

141 Nguyen Hue Boulevard, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City (Rex Hotel rooftop)

10.7745, 106.7009 View on map

Highlights

  • Historic Vietnam War-era rooftop
  • Whimsical topiary garden decor
  • Direct views over Nguyen Hue Boulevard
  • Open to non-hotel-guests

Tips for visiting

  • Open to the public, not just hotel guests
  • Good for an early evening drink before dinner elsewhere on Nguyen Hue
  • Less club-like than some rivals, better suited to conversation

When to visit

Early evening, before dinner.

Accessibility

Elevator access to the rooftop floor.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be a hotel guest to visit?

No, the rooftop bar welcomes outside visitors.

Is it good for photos?

Yes, the topiary garden and boulevard views are popular photo spots.