Questions — Top 10
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Top 10 questions
- How much is a Grab from the airport to District 1?
GrabCar 120,000–280,000 VND, GrabBike 90,000–140,000 VND, 20–60 minutes (data 2026-08-28). The amount shown in the app is the fare at that moment; refuse touts asking over 400,000 VND. More → Airport Grab guide
- Where should I change money?
At a bank branch or an outlet with a bank exchange agent sign. Hà Tâm and Mai Vân on Nguyen An Ninh Street next to Ben Thanh Market are the usual counters, and banks are the surest. This site's calculations use a reference rate of 1 USD ≈ 25,750 VND; check the actual rate at the counter when you exchange. More → Exchange guide
- Should I stay in District 1 on the first night?
Yes — first 3 nights in District 1, on the Ben Nghe · Dong Khoi side, from where you can walk to Le Thanh Ton. Bui Vien is noisy with lots of touts, so not for day one (Hochin data 2026-08-28). More → Where to stay
- How do I find the Le Thanh Ton 15B alley entrance?
Grab and taxis can't enter the alley, so set the destination to 「Hem 15B Le Thanh Ton, District 1, HCMC」, get off at the alley entrance and walk in. Message us from the entrance on KakaoTalk, Zalo, Telegram or WeChat and the manager will meet you. More → 15B alley guide
- What is the one line to refuse a fake Grab?
「Tôi đã đặt Grab trên app. Cảm ơn.」 (I already booked on the app. Thank you.) If the plate and driver name don't match the app, don't get in. More → 10 refusal phrases
- eSIM or local SIM?
Easiest is an eSIM bought before you fly (online eSIM $6–11, data 2026-06). If you don't have one, open Grab on the airport Wi-Fi first and buy a SIM at a carrier shop in town (60,000–200,000 VND). More → First-day checklist · eSIM / SIM guide
- Which months are rainy, and what is Plan B?
Rainy season is May–November, with September the wettest (273 mm); December to March, within the December–April dry season, is the easiest time to visit (WMO normals 1991–2020). If the rain is heavy, wait in a nearby mall or café and move once it eases. More → Weather guide
- What about the opening price at Ben Thanh Market?
The first price starts high. Say 「Tôi xem chỗ khác.」 (I'll look elsewhere.) and check other stalls. More → 10 refusal phrases
- Can I pay in dollars?
Some places accept it, but each applies its own rate. Compare the real cost with paying in dong. Rabbit Bar accepts VND, USD, card and USDT. More → Exchange guide
- What if a stranger gets friendly fast?
It may be a push to a second venue. One line is enough: 「Tôi đi một mình.」 (I'll go on my own.) More → 10 refusal phrases
Ask Rabbit Bar directly
Message us from the alley entrance. The manager will come out to the entrance to meet you. Open 20:00–04:00.
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| +84-28-3822-5757 | Korean Consulate General (HCMC) |
| +82-2-3210-0404 | Korean consular safety call center (24h) |
| +84-93-850-0238 | Emergency line (Korean Consulate, HCMC) |
For urgent situations — personal danger, fire, a medical emergency — call the local emergency numbers first (113 · 114 · 115). For a simple loss, follow the steps by situation below. Consular support depends on your nationality: if you are not a Korean national, save your own embassy or consulate's emergency number before you travel. Also check your travel insurance's emergency assistance number. Source: Hochin data 2026-08-28. Double-check before you leave.
Rabbit Bar (hostess bar & karaoke, Le Thanh Ton 15B alley)
- Hours
- Daily 20:00–04:00 · same-day booking OK
- Where
- Le Thanh Ton 15B alley, District 1 (Japan Town). Message us at the alley entrance and the manager will come to meet you.
- Hall/bar
- $6 table charge per person + drinks
- KTV
- Soju set 1,500,000 VND per person for 1 hour · 2,000,000 VND for 2 hours (2 people for 2 hours: 4,000,000 VND)
Drinks ordered outside the set and other optional items (such as the hall hostess drink and seating fee) are billed at menu prices (check before you order). In-store information on the day takes priority.
Hem 15B Le Thanh Ton, District 1, HCMC