Bitexco Financial Tower

Prince Roy from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam · CC BY 2.0

A lotus-bud tower with a helipad jutting out of its side, observation deck on floor 49.

Bitexco was Vietnam's tallest building when it was completed in 2010, and although Landmark 81 has passed it, it remains the most recognisable shape on the District 1 skyline — a shaft curved like a lotus bud, with a helipad on the 52nd floor sticking straight out like a saucer. The Saigon Skydeck observation level is on floor 49, glazed all the way round. Bitexco's advantage over Landmark 81 is its position: it stands in the middle of District 1, so you look down on old rooftops, the river and Nguyen Hue directly beneath you, rather than at the city from a distance.

Visitor information

When is the best time to visit Bitexco Financial Tower?

Late afternoon on a clear day

How much does it cost to visit Bitexco Financial Tower?

About 240,000d for the observation deck (indicative)

How long do you need at Bitexco Financial Tower?

1 hour

What are the opening hours of Bitexco Financial Tower?

09:30 - 21:30

Did you know

The tower was completed in 2010 and was then the tallest building in Vietnam.
It is designed in the shape of a lotus bud, with a helipad projecting from the 52nd floor.
The Saigon Skydeck observation level is on the 49th floor, glazed on all sides.
It stands in central District 1, near Bach Dang wharf and Nguyen Hue.

Travel tips

Several high-floor cafés in the building give a comparable view without the observation-deck ticket.
Go up before sunset to see the city both in daylight and lit.

Source: https://vi.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bitexco_Financial_Tower

Updated: 2026-08-16