Notre Dame Cathedral in Ho Chi Minh City: Brilliant lights during the year-end holiday season

With more than 1,000 km of LED lights, Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral becomes a sparkling destination every night from December 1 to January 5, 2026, attracting people and tourists to admire and take photos.

Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, one of the architectural and religious symbols of Ho Chi Minh City, has officially put on a brilliant coat of light to welcome the Christmas and New Year season. More than 1,000 km of LED lights will be lit every night, turning the ancient building into a sparkling destination, attracting a large number of people and tourists.

Festival space in the heart of the city

This elaborate lighting system will run from December 1 to January 5, 2026. Every evening, thousands of LED lights create a magical scene, highlighting the Gothic beauty of the cathedral. The warm light not only creates a festive atmosphere but also highlights the structure's delicate lines, domes and historic bells.

This light decoration event quickly turned the area around the church into one of the most popular check-in spots in Ho Chi Minh City at the end of the year. Hundreds of locals and tourists flocked here to capture memorable moments next to the city's symbol.

Sightseeing and photography guide

To have the best experience when visiting Notre Dame Cathedral during the festival season, you can refer to some of the following suggestions:

Ideal timing

The lights are turned on in the evening, so the best time to visit is after 6pm. To avoid the crowds, consider going on a weekday. Weekends and Christmas Eve tend to be very busy.

Suggestions for beautiful photo angles

• Frontal: A frontal shot from the opposite park is always a classic choice to capture the full beauty of the church.
• From the Central Post Office : Standing from the Saigon Central Post Office, you can catch the moment of the church sparkling next to another historical architectural work.
• Side Angle: Move to the sides of the church for more creative angles, highlighting architectural details illuminated by the lights.

Nearby attractions

Your trip will be more complete when you combine visiting famous nearby places such as:

• Saigon Central Post Office
• Nguyen Van Binh Book Street
• Independence Palace
• Turtle Lake

Important Note

Notre Dame Cathedral is a solemn religious building. When visiting and taking photos, visitors should maintain a respectful attitude, avoid making noise and comply with the regulations of the management board. In addition, due to the large number of people gathered, please pay attention to protecting personal property and maintaining public hygiene.

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