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Cần Thơ

Mekong gateway · Cái Răng floating market — everything you need to know before you go.

MekongMarketRivers
Best time
Nov – Apr
Stay from
$14
Articles
63
Coordinates
10.04°N
105.79°E
A dynamic aerial shot of boats congregating at Cái Răng Floating Market in Cần Thơ, Vietnam.
↑ A dynamic aerial shot of boats congregating at Cái Răng Floating Market in Cần Thơ, Vietnam.Photo · Duy Nguyen · Pexels
01Overview02When to go03What to do04Where to eat05Getting there
01.

Overview — what Cần Thơ is, in one screen.

Cần Thơ is one of southern vietnam's most popular destinations. Known for mekong gateway · cái răng floating market, it draws travelers looking for mekong and market experiences.

Best visited between Nov – Apr when the weather is most favorable and crowds are manageable. Accommodation starts from $14/night for guesthouses and homestays.

This guide collects 63 independent articles — destinations within Cần Thơ, where locals eat, transport options, and tested itineraries you can follow.

Quick facts
Region
Southern Vietnam
Best time
Nov – Apr
Stay from
$14
Travel style
Mekong, Market, Rivers
Articles
63 guides
Coordinates
10.04°N · 105.79°E
02.

Best time to visit — month by month.

Jan
★★★
Feb
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Mar
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Apr
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May
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
★★★★
Dec
★★★★
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03.

What to do in Cần Thơ — top experiences.

All Cần Thơ guides →
Rustic boats adorned with plants at the busy Mekong Delta floating market in Vietnam.
01 · Destinations

Bai Bien Mo O (Can Tho): A Traveler's Guide to the Mekong Delta's Quiet Coast

6 minRead guide →
Stunning aerial view of Som Rong Pagoda, showcasing Khmer architecture in Soc Trang, Vietnam.
02 · Destinations

Bao Tang Khmer Soc Trang: A Traveler's Guide

6 minRead guide →
Cái Răng Floating Market bustling with activity and vibrant colors in Cần Thơ, Việt Nam.
03 · Destinations

Con Au Island in Can Tho: A Traveler's Guide

6 minRead guide →
A boat selling coconuts and drinks at the floating market in Cần Thơ, Vietnam.
04 · Destinations

Con Son Island, Can Tho: A Traveler's Guide to the Mekong's Quietest Detour

5 minRead guide →
A stunning aerial shot of the Reclining Buddha statue and surrounding architecture in Soc Trang, Vietnam.
05 · Destinations

Den Tho Bac Ho Soc Trang: A Traveler's Guide

6 minRead guide →
A peaceful journey down a tropical canal with boats and lush greenery.
06 · Destinations

Khu Du Lich Sinh Thai Ho Be, Can Tho: A Traveler's Guide

6 minRead guide →
04.

Where to eat in Cần Thơ — dishes locals queue for.

All Cần Thơ food →
Delicious Bánh Căn Vietnamese rice pancakes garnished with scallions and crispy shallots.
01 · Food

Best Banh Xeo Cu Lao in Can Tho: Where Locals Send You

5 minRead guide →
Top view appetizing traditional Vietnamese dish with fried tofu cut cucumbers and boiled noodles served in bowl on table near bowl with mixed green leaves and ripe lime
02 · Food

Best Bun Mam in Can Tho: Where Locals Send You

5 minRead guide →
Vintage cans of Japanese seafood including salmon and tuna, displayed in a Tokyo shop.
03 · Food

Best Ca Loc Nuong Trui in Can Tho: Where Locals Send You

5 minRead guide →
Colorful Vietnamese sweets presented in banana leaf trays, showcasing traditional dessert art.
04 · Food

Best Che Chuoi in Can Tho: Where Locals Send You

5 minRead guide →
Charming rustic beverage stall with a wooden sign and clay pots, set in an outdoor environment.
05 · Food

Best Goi Ca Linh in Can Tho: Where Locals Send You

5 minRead guide →
Street vendor preparing traditional Vietnamese noodles in Hanoi with stainless steel pots.
06 · Food

Vietnamese Street Food: 30 Dishes to Eat in Vietnam (2026)

15 minRead guide →
05.

Getting to Cần Thơ — your options.

Option 01

Domestic flight

From
Sài Gòn / Hà Nội
Travel time
1–2 hr
Cost
$25–80
Option 02

Motorbike rental

From
Sài Gòn
Travel time
8–12 hr
Cost
120k/day + fuel
Option 03

Private car + driver

From
Sài Gòn
Travel time
6–8 hr
Cost
2.5–4M VND
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Read more about Cần Thơ — independent guides.

All 63 →
Rustic boats adorned with plants at the busy Mekong Delta floating market in Vietnam.
01 · Destinations

Bai Bien Mo O (Can Tho): A Traveler's Guide to the Mekong Delta's Quiet Coast

Bai Bien Mo O is a low-key coastal stretch near Can Tho where Mekong Delta locals go on weekends. Here's what to expect, how to get there, and what to eat.

Stunning aerial view of Som Rong Pagoda, showcasing Khmer architecture in Soc Trang, Vietnam.
02 · Destinations

Bao Tang Khmer Soc Trang: A Traveler's Guide

A practical guide to the Khmer Museum in Soc Trang — what to see, how to get there from Can Tho, and why the Mekong Delta's Khmer heritage deserves a day trip.

Delicious Bánh Căn Vietnamese rice pancakes garnished with scallions and crispy shallots.
03 · Food & Drink

Best Banh Xeo Cu Lao in Can Tho: Where Locals Send You

"Banh xeo cu lao" — sizzling crepes stuffed with shrimp and pork — is Can Tho's signature dish. Here's where locals actually eat it.

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Or visit instead — other destinations in Southern.

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Must visit
Southern
Sài Gòn
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Dec – MarFrom $15
54 guides →
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Off-beat
Southern
Mekong Delta
Rivers, floating markets, slow life
Nov – AprFrom $14
29 guides →
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Beach
Southern
Phú Quốc
Beach island, snorkeling
Nov – MarFrom $28
23 guides →
Aerial view of a secluded tropical coastline with lush forests, clear blue water, and floating houses.
Iconic
Southern
Côn Đảo
Pristine beaches · turtle nesting · history
Mar – SepFrom $35
19 guides →
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