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Tan Dinh Church

A bright pink Gothic-Romanesque church from the 1870s, one of the most photographed buildings in Saigon.

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Time needed
30 min
Entry
Free
Best time
Morning light
Area
District 3

A bright pink church from the 1870s.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: 289 Hai Ba Trung, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

  • Taxi: About 10 minutes from District 1.
  • Address: On Hai Ba Trung Street, opposite Tan Dinh Market.
  • Inside: Open for visits outside mass times.

The story of Tan Dinh Church

Tan Dinh Church was built by the French in 1876. It was painted its famous pink colour later, and the shade has been kept ever since.

Its tall bell tower and pink facade with white details make it one of Saigon's landmarks. Across the road, Tan Dinh Market is a good place to buy fabric and local snacks.

Best time to visit

Best season

December to April.

Best time of day

Morning, when the sun lights the facade.

Sundays

Busy with services; visit on weekdays.

Tips before you go

  • Photograph it from across the street.
  • Cross the road carefully for the best photo angle.
  • Dress modestly if you go inside.

Best hotels near Tan Dinh Church

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

Hotel Continental Saigon

Historic hotel from 1880.

See prices

Park Hyatt Saigon

Luxury hotel by the Opera House.

See prices

The Reverie Saigon

Luxury tower with river views.

See prices
All hotels near Tan Dinh Church

What's around Tan Dinh Church

  • Tan Dinh MarketFabrics and snacks.
  • Nguyen Hue Walking Street10 minutes by taxi.
  • War Remnants Museum10 minutes by taxi.
  • Saigon Central Post Office10 minutes by taxi.

Questions travellers ask

Why is Tan Dinh Church pink?

It was painted pink after it was built, and the colour became its trademark.

Can I go inside?

Yes, outside mass times.

When was it built?

In 1876.

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