What can you buy in Ho Chi Minh City for 500,000 dong?
A quick worked example of what 500,000 dong gets you in Ho Chi Minh City. Enter your own amount or choose a category to build the basket.
- ποΈLandmark 81 SkyView ticketΓ1300,000 VND
- ποΈWar Remnants Museum ticketΓ140,000 VND
- ποΈMuseum ticketΓ140,000 VND
- π§²Fridge magnetΓ130,000 VND
- πFries at LotteriaΓ128,000 VND
- π₯Banh mi sandwichΓ125,000 VND
- π₯Mango (kg)0.5 kg17,500 VND
- π₯‘Instant noodlesΓ216,000 VND
Prices updated: July 2026
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Frequently asked questions
Is 500,000 dong enough for a meal in Ho Chi Minh City?
More than enough: 500,000 dong in Ho Chi Minh City covers a hearty meal for a group, with money to spare.
Is 500,000 dong a lot or a little?
Decent: 500,000 dong in Ho Chi Minh City is roughly a day's budget (around 220,000 dong) β food, local transport and small extras for the day.
What can you eat for 500,000 dong in Ho Chi Minh City?
500,000 dong lets you try up to 13 street-food items β for example: Bowl of pho, Banh mi sandwich, Vietnamese iced coffee, Ice cream cone at Mixue.
How many street snacks can you buy for 500,000 dong?
Banh mi sandwich: 500,000 dong in Ho Chi Minh City gets you a whole 20 pieces (25,000 dong each) β more than you can handle at once.
Is 500,000 dong enough for a day?
Yes, easily: 500,000 dong covers a day in Ho Chi Minh City without counting pennies β enough for about 2 days on a modest budget.