Cantho City, capital of Cantho Province, is the political, economic cultural and transportation centre of the Mekong Delta. Rice husking mills provide a major local industry. This friendly, bustling city is connected to most other population centres in the Mekong Delta by a system of rivers and canals. These waterways are the major tourist draw card in Cantho travelers come here to do economical boat trips.

Despite being the largest city in the Mekong Delta, Cantho seems to suffer from a growing Ho Chi Minh City Complex. The city is being built up rapidly, and signs of urban degeneracy (like the street kids who now hover around the travellers cafes) are on the rise.

Some of the major tourist attractions in Cantho, Vietnam are:

Floating Markets in Cantho: These are one of the distinctive features of this district and are of great interest to the tourists. Some of the most frequented floating markets in this area are Cai Be, Cai Rang, Phung Hiep, Phong Dien, Nga Nam and Long Xuyen. Of these the Cai Rang Floating Market is the most popular one. Apart from providing a lovely view of the busting activities, these markets are a great place to hangout as they have lots of floating restaurants also.

Tourist Gardens in Cantho: There are several riverside gardens all over Cantho like My khanh, San Duong, Ba lang and Tan Binh. These gardens give a closer view of the flora and fauna of this place.

Ninh Kieu Wharf: This is the heart of all industrial activities in Cantho Vietnam. Positioned on the bank of Hau River, it has a number of floating restaurants. Cantho City Museum: Situated on Phan Dinh Phung Street in Can Tho this museum provides an overview of the native history, culture, customs and traditions.

Ong Pagoda in Cantho: Situated right at the centre of the city, on Hai Ba Trung Road, near the Ninh Kieu Wharf, the Ong Pagoda is the place for all Chinese cultural and religious activities in Cantho, Vietnam. Its colorful Chinese architecture is of special interest.

Army Museum: Situated on Hoa Binh just opposite to the City Museum, this Museum exhibits weapons, maps, photographs and other items from the Vietnamese War. It gives an idea of Vietnam’s long fight to freedom.

Cantho in Vietnam is a fabulous place offering everything required for a charming vacation. Getting here is quite easy as it is linked to the other main cities of Vietnam, like Ho Chi Minh City and My Tho by efficient bus services. The Cantho bus stop is just 2 km north-west to the heart of the city.