What are the best things to do in Cần Thơ?
Top picks in Cần Thơ include Ninh Kieu Park & Riverfront, Can Tho Museum of Tarot, Munirensay Temple, Chùa Ông (Ong Pagoda). See the full list and itinerary on this Cần Thơ travel guide.
Why visit Cần Thơ
Travel guide for Cần Thơ, Vietnam — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Cần Thơ is a stop in Vietnam, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 3 days. If time is short, prioritise Ninh Kieu Park & Riverfront, Can Tho Museum of Tarot, Munirensay Temple instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 30–90 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Cần Thơ
1
Ninh Kieu Park & Riverfront
2
Can Tho Museum of Tarot
3
Munirensay Temple
4
Chùa Ông (Ong Pagoda)
5
Quang Duc Pagoda
6
Tham Tướng Church
7
Tin Lanh Baptist Church
8
Floating markets
Budget travel
Free things to do in Cần Thơ
Ninh Kieu Park & Riverfront
Munirensay Temple
Tham Tướng Church
Tin Lanh Baptist Church
Floating markets
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Cần Thơ itinerary (3 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Ninh Kieu Park & Riverfront
- Visit Can Tho Museum of Tarot
- Visit Munirensay Temple
- Eat at Nam Bo Restaurant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Chùa Ông (Ong Pagoda)
- Visit Quang Duc Pagoda
- Visit Tham Tướng Church
- Eat at Nem Nuong Thanh Van
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Tin Lanh Baptist Church
- Visit Floating markets
- Eat at Burger King
Budget
Cần Thơ trip cost
Budget
USD 15–35
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 30–90
per person / day
Luxury
USD 105–170+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Cần Thơ, Vietnam. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Cần Thơ
Estimated total (USD)
$1,760
≈ $880 per person · $251 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $55/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Cần Thơ mid-range ground costs (budget 15–35 · mid 30–90 · luxury 105–170+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Nam Bo Restaurant
Beautiful restaurant set in a French style villa with Hau River view from second floor, good food and so is the service.
Nem Nuong Thanh Van
Famous for its "nem" or spring roll, grilled pork rolled in rice sheet with vegetable, herbs and served with dipping sauce.
Burger King
Pad Thai Tomato
If you don't mind eating with a predominantly foreign clientele, this place is a must try. Apart from plenty of Vietnamese dishes, there are
Gony Spa Cafe Lounge
Offers a variety of foods including pizza, pasta, and beefsteak as well as local food. It also offers shakes, smoothies, coffee, and ice cre
Hot Pot Alley
Hot Pot Alley is home to about a dozen restaurants all offering the same specialty, Can Tho hot pot. Hot pots are prepared DIY on a small co
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hello 2 Hotel
Friendly and comfortable. Massage and spa in-house.
Hotel Xoai
Young and friendly atmosphere. 23 compact rooms with double or single beds, private bathroom with shower, toilet, fan, air-con, phone. All r
Spring Hotel
Very clean and friendly place. Rooms maintained and bed sheets changed daily. Enjoy meals any time you want at the nice sitting area by the
Xuan Mai Hotel
Location is good. Relatively clean, but some rooms with older beds are said to have bed bugs. Rooms have LCD TV with Vietnamese channels. Ai
Hotel 31
double room with own bathroom.
Shopping
- Cái Khế Market
- Ninh Kieu Pier Tourist Market
- Xuan Khanh Market
- Supermarkets
- Sense City Co-opmart Mall
- Big C Supercenter
Nightlife
- Cafe Bar Eden
- International Roof Top Bar
- Golf Club
- XK club
- Xe Loi Club
Museums & culture
- Can Tho Museum of Tarot
- Munirensay Temple
- Tham Tướng Church
- Tin Lanh Baptist Church
In pictures
Cần Thơ gallery
Photos: [//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Trantuonglam Trantuonglam], Anh Khoa, Bùi Thụy Đào Nguyên — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Cần Thơ travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Cần Thơ?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Cần Thơ?
Plan at least 3 days in Cần Thơ for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Cần Thơ?
Popular stays in Cần Thơ include Hello 2 Hotel, Hotel Xoai, Spring Hotel. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Cần Thơ cost?
On the ground in Cần Thơ (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 15–35 per person per day, mid-range about 30–90, and luxury about 105–170+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Cần Thơ, Vietnam. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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