How to Meet Girls in Ho Chi Minh City Clubs and More
- See also: Guides and Ho Chi Minh City
Introduction
In this article, I've compiled real-life pickup information in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, post-COVID-19, in early 2023.
In conclusion, the pickup environment in Ho Chi Minh City is quite unique even among Southeast Asian cities.
Therefore, we want to write this article to help your Ho Chi Minh City pickup experience as much as possible.
Overview of Meeting Girls in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, the commercial center of Vietnam.
Hanoi is the center of northern Vietnam, while Ho Chi Minh City is the center of the southern part of the country. It is about a 6-7 hour flight from Japan and 2 hours from Hanoi, making it geographically distant from Hanoi, resulting in a significantly different atmosphere between the two cities.
Larger urban scale than the capital Hanoi. Ho Chi Minh City has a larger economic scale than the capital Hanoi, with a higher population and population density. It feels more like a "city."
Logistics and Geography
Ho Chi Minh City has a relatively unique pickup environment within Southeast Asia. To be honest, Hanoi has a better pickup environment. However, that doesn't mean Ho Chi Minh City is a lost cause.
Unlike Hanoi, which has a compact city layout, Ho Chi Minh City is more spread out.
As of early 2023, there is no train system in the largest city, making it a completely motorcycle-dependent society, with no specific location where people gather or universally recognized pickup spots.
- The city's subway system is scheduled to open soon.
Unlike Tokyo's Shinjuku and Shibuya or Bangkok's Asoke and Siam, there is no central terminal station in Ho Chi Minh City. Locals mainly go to nearby bars in their respective districts, which is a slightly different environment than other Southeast Asian countries.
There is an area called Bui Vien Street, similar to Bangkok's Khao San Road, with numerous bars and clubs. However, it mainly caters to tourists. As we will discuss in the club section, Bui Vien Street is not particularly recommended.
Due to the low pedestrian traffic and lack of ideal street pickup (street pickup) spots, finding such places is challenging.
People with overseas pickup experience might think that if there is no train system, shopping malls would be the gathering spots. However, due to the communist nature of the country, there are only similar malls (like VINCOM) with little uniqueness.
As a result, it's challenging to pinpoint places where young and attractive girls gather. This is unique among Southeast Asian cities.
On the flip side, whether in the central District 1 or slightly away from the center, there is little difference within Ho Chi Minh City, making it a rare place where the pickup environment remains relatively unchanged.
Many fair-skinned and beautiful girls are in Ho Chi Minh City, just like in Hanoi. In comparison to Thailand or Indonesia, there are more fair-skinned Chinese-looking girls that are appealing to my tastes. In terms of looks alone, the author believes Vietnam has the most attractive women in Southeast Asia.
However, the national character tends to have a stronger sense of cliquishness, and the typical Southeast Asian cheerfulness and brightness may be somewhat lacking.
- Of course, there are exceptions.
Additionally, girls tend to be shy and have a strong sense of in-group/out-group consciousness. They may not be very welcoming to outsiders or foreigners. Even in a metropolis like Ho Chi Minh City, English may not be widely spoken outside the central areas, so communication can be more challenging compared to other major cities.
Clubs
If you want to pick up girls in Ho Chi Minh City, club pickup is recommended over street pickup. However, the post-pandemic changes have been significant, and we will now share the latest information on Ho Chi Minh City club pickup.
In general, the popularity of the previously dominant club Lush has declined, and clubs like Atmos, Kasho, and Oslo, which don't have dance floors and feature all VIP seating for drinking without dancing, are gaining popularity. These types of clubs often require bottle orders and can be difficult to navigate. continue
The club scene in Ho Chi Minh City has evolved since the pandemic, and here are some popular clubs you may want to consider:
- Lush Saigon: Once the most popular club, its popularity has decreased somewhat but still remains a viable option for club pickup.
- Atmos Club: A trendy club that has gained popularity, featuring a more VIP-focused atmosphere with less emphasis on dancing.
- Faham Lounge: Another popular club in Ho Chi Minh City that you may want to explore for pickup opportunities.
- Space Bar Club: A modern and lively venue, Space Bar offers a different experience compared to the VIP-oriented clubs.
- Kasho Club and Oslo Club: As mentioned earlier, these clubs focus on VIP seating and drinking without dancing, attracting a different clientele.
When it comes to online pickup in Ho Chi Minh City, the situation is quite different from other cities. Due to the unique nature of the city, you may have to experiment with various approaches to find the best way to meet people and make connections.
The pickup environment in Ho Chi Minh City is quite special compared to other Southeast Asian cities. Understanding the local culture and adapting your strategies to the specific circumstances will be crucial for a successful pickup experience. Keep in mind that the city has its challenges, but with persistence and the right approach, you can still find success in Ho Chi Minh City's vibrant social scene.
Lush Saigon
Before the pandemic, it was overwhelmingly popular and crowded like a packed train even on weekdays. However, now it's only about 40% full on the first floor even on weekends, with the second floor practically closed.
The age range of the customers has increased, and it seems to be mainly local women in their mid-20s, Korean men, and white men. The male-to-female ratio is about 50:50.
Although it has become less attractive compared to the past, it's still a good place for pickup by process of elimination. Lush remains popular for this purpose.
Atmos Club
Currently, the most popular club in Ho Chi Minh City, it's fully booked even on weekdays. There's no dance floor, and bottle orders are required.
The cheapest bottle costs over 30,000 yen (about $260), making it a high-end club in the area. The clientele includes wealthy locals and women who flock to them. The male-to-female ratio is about 30:70.
There are many attractive women, but it's not suitable for daily pickup.
Faham Lounge
This club is operated by the same owner as Atmos. Although all seats are VIP, you can order drinks by the glass.
As a result, it's somewhat more casual than Atmos, and the clientele is mostly younger.
After 11 pm, women can get free balloons, so it's almost fully booked from around 10 pm. The male-to-female ratio is about 30:70, which is good.
Space Bar Club
A club on Bui Vien Street with standing tables as the main feature, making it easier for pickup.
However, compared to pre-pandemic times, there are fewer tourists, and Bui Vien Street itself has declined, so the atmosphere is not as lively.
If it revives in the future, it could become another good pickup spot after Lush.
Online Dating
I think the online dating environment in Ho Chi Minh City is good.
By the way, Tinder is still the mainstream, and if there's a transition, it's to "Zalo", a Vietnamese messaging app used by over 90% of the population.
There are many fair-skinned beauties on Tinder, and the number of matches, excluding pros and ladyboys, is not much different from Thailand.
While English proficiency tends to be lower in Southeast Asia, I personally didn't have much trouble setting up appointments.
The online dating experience (number of matches and message style) doesn't seem to be significantly different between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
Conclusion
So far, we've introduced the latest pickup information in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City. To sum up:
- The city is geographically unique due to its widespread motorbike culture and vastness, resulting in few designated pickup spots.
- There are many fair-skinned beauties, but they're not very welcoming.
- Street pickup is physically challenging. Clubs are still recommended.
- However, many clubs have unique structures; Lush has potential for pickup.
- Space Bar on Bui Vien Street is also an option.
- Tinder is just as easy to use as in Hanoi.
The pickup environment in Ho Chi Minh City is quite unique and difficult to grasp, but just like Hanoi, there are many attractive women.
While offline pickup may be a bit challenging, using apps like Tinder makes meeting people not so difficult.
As a second option in Vietnam, try experiencing the motorbike madness and beauty paradise in Ho Chi Minh City.