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HCM City welcomes over 6.58 million international visitors in 10 months

Meanwhile, the number of domestic tourist arrivals hit 33.08 million, fulfilling 66.2% of the year's goal. Total tourism revenue during the period reached 208.06 trillion VND, equivalent to 71.7% of this year's target of 290 trillion VND (11.02 billion USD).

The Central Post Office of Ho Chi Minh City remains a popular attraction for both domestic and international tourists. (Photo: VNA)
The Central Post Office of Ho Chi Minh City remains a popular attraction for both domestic and international tourists. (Photo: VNA)

HCM City (VNA) - Ho Chi Minh City attracted more than 6.58 million international visitors in the first 10 months of 2025, reaching 65.9% of the year’s target, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.

Meanwhile, the number of domestic tourist arrivals hit 33.08 million, fulfilling 66.2% of the year's goal. Total tourism revenue during the period reached 208.06 trillion VND, equivalent to 71.7% of this year's target of 290 trillion VND (11.02 billion USD).

In October alone, the city’s public transport system served an estimated 55.1 million passengers. The Ben Thanh–Suoi Tien metro line continued to operate smoothly, carrying 1.8 million passengers, while air transport maintained strong performance with 3.3 million passengers.

The city’s tourism sector sustained its positive growth momentum in October as it prepared for the year-end peak season and the arrival of large international delegations. At the same time, HCM City strengthened regional linkages and boosted promotion efforts in key domestic and international markets.

To promote medical tourism and wellness travel products, the Department of Tourism has launched initiatives connecting HCM City with localities in the Mekong Delta and the Southeastern region. These efforts aim not only to enhance regional connectivity but also to integrate the value chains of the health and tourism sectors, developing inter-regional products that combine healthcare, wellness, and cultural experiences. The goal is to build a sustainable, people-centered, and high-quality tourism industry.

According to the latest data from digital travel platform Agoda, searches for accommodation in Vietnam from Eastern European markets have risen by 59% since the country’s new visa exemption policy for citizens of 12 European countries took effect on August 15. Eastern European travellers have shown growing interest in exploring Vietnam, with HCM City ranking third among the country’s top five most searched destinations, recording a 56% increase in search volume.

Vu Ngoc Lam, Agoda’s Country Director for Vietnam, noted that simplified entry procedures and improved accessibility have contributed to the rising number of visitors from Europe and other distant markets.

The expanded visa exemption policy has created new opportunities and made Vietnam’s destinations, including HCM City, more accessible and attractive to European tourists, he added./.

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