On May 4, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism said that during the April 30 and May 5 (5 days) holidays alone, visitors to tourist attractions, entertainment areas... are estimated to reach about 1,950,000, an increase of 101.2% over the same period in 2024.
International visitors to the city are estimated to reach about 120,000, an increase of 122.2% over the same period in 2024.
Accommodation facilities are estimated to have accommodated about 867,000 guests, an increase of 333.5% over the same period in 2024. room occupancy is estimated at about 95%, up 26.7% over the same period in 2024.
Revenue is estimated at VND 7,138 billion, up 120.6% over the same period in 2024 (in 2024 it is VND 3,235 billion).
Within 15 days (October 20 - 4.5), visitors to tourist attractions, entertainment areas... are estimated at about 2,700,000. International visitors to the city are estimated at about 355,000. Revenue is estimated at VND 15,707 billion.
Many travel businesses in the city have recorded a sharp increase in purchasing power for inner-city and short-term tourism programs, 30 - 35% compared to 2024. Some cultural tourism programs, historical relics, with in-depth content, explanations, combined with hands-on experiences and local cuisine increased by 30 - 50%.
Visitors to the inner city are mainly family groups, young people or the elderly who need short experiences.
