Things to do in Ben Tre
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Vien Minh Pagoda
In the centre of Ben Tre is the Vien Minh Pagoda, which is also the head office of the Buddhist Association of Ben Tre province. An interesting feature of pagoda is a large white statue of Quan The Am Bo Tat (Goddess of Mercy), set in the front courtyard. The Chinese calligraphy that adorns the pagoda was written by an old monk.
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Hao Ai
Set in lush landscaped gardens, this attractive island restaurant does a roaring trade with tour groups exploring the delta by boat. There are enough pavilions for independent travellers to hide away and generous set menus are available for two or more. Get here by hiring a private boat from Ben Tre or My Tho.
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Ben Tre Museum
The Ben Tre Museum is set in an ageing but atmospheric old yellow villa. It has the usual assortment of rusty weapons and American War paraphernalia, along with rousing images of Ho Chi Minh.
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Noi Ben Tre
A multistorey barge moored in the river, this place doesn’t cruise, but it does draw a healthy breeze by night. The menu is extensive and includes everything you can imagine and some things you can’t.
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Nam Son
Centrally located, this place draws a lively local crowd thanks to its popular grilled chicken, best washed down with lashings of draught beer.
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Thuy San
One of the sophisticated restaurants in town; the kitchen turns out traditional Vietnamese served amid faux greenery.
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