Ho Thi Ky Flower Market – Wholesale Flower Market and Street Food Paradise in Saigon

Ho Thi Ky Flower Market – A wholesale flower market located on Ho Thi Ky Street, where fresh flowers from Da Lat and the Mekong Delta arrive daily. Besides flowers, the alley is also famous for its abundant street food stalls.

History and Features

• The market began around 1980 with just a few flower vendors.
• In 1988, fixed kiosks were established, and the market gradually expanded.
• Since 2018, the market has been upgraded and renovated to be more civilized and organized.
• Currently, there are over a hundred flower and accessory businesses, selling both wholesale and retail.

What to Buy at Ho Thi Ky Flower Market

• Various fresh flowers such as roses, chrysanthemums, orchids, sunflowers, and gerberas.
• Pre-made bouquets and flower baskets for special occasions.
• Floral arrangement accessories: vases, floral foam, wrapping paper, and rattan baskets.

What to Eat at Ho Thi Ky Flower Market

• Lemongrass-grilled beef patties, meatballs, and various fried skewers.
• Sweet dessert soups (che) and refreshing drinks.
• Noodle soups like bun and hu tieu for a light meal.
• A few Korean and Japanese street food stalls serving items like tteokbokki and affordable sushi.

How to Get There

• Travel by motorbike or ride-hailing services, setting the destination as Ho Thi Ky Flower Market.
• Public buses run along major streets near the market.
• The market alleys are narrow, so it is best to park at nearby parking spots and walk in.

Tips for Visitors

• If you want to buy flowers at wholesale prices, visit late at night or early in the morning.
• Ask for prices in advance and choose flowers with firm stems, green leaves, and fresh petals.
• The market becomes very crowded during Tet and major holidays, so visit early.
• You can combine this visit with the nearby Ban Co Market for breakfast and shopping.

Reference Prices

• Roses: around 2,000–3,000 VND/stem.
• Grilled pork skewers: around 15,000 VND/skewer.
• Crispy baby squid skewers: around 35,000 VND/10 skewers.
• Snail noodle soup (Hu tieu oc): around 20,000–40,000 VND/bowl.
• Cambodian noodles (Num banh chok): around 40,000–60,000 VND/bowl.
• Peach tea: around 10,000–15,000 VND/cup.

Prices are for reference only and may vary depending on the season and specific vendor.

Best Time to Visit

• Around 3:00 AM – 6:00 AM is the liveliest time for the wholesale flower market with traders making deliveries.
• The street food area operates from about 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, peaking between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM.
• During holidays such as March 8th, October 20th, Valentine's Day (Feb 14th), and just before Tet, the market gets extremely busy, flower prices rise, and shops may stay open all night.

Useful Information for Visitors

• Payment: Food stalls accept cash, and many stalls have QR codes for bank transfers; it is recommended to bring small-denomination cash.
• Restrooms: The market alleys are narrow, making it difficult to find restrooms; you can use the facilities at eateries or drink stalls along Ho Thi Ky Street.
• Language: Vendors mostly speak only Vietnamese, so point to dishes and use translation apps when needed.
• Parking: Motorbike parking lots are available around the market, costing around 5,000 VND per motorbike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours of Ho Thi Ky Flower Market?

The market operates almost around the clock; the period from midnight to early dawn is when the largest shipments of fresh flowers arrive.

Does Ho Thi Ky Flower Market sell at retail?

Yes, visitors can buy a few individual stems or ready-made bouquets.

What to eat at Ho Thi Ky Market?

The market alleys offer a wide variety of street snacks such as grilled pork skewers, meatball skewers, sweet soup desserts, noodles, and Hu Tieu.

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