Bui Vien Walking Street is the backpacker strip — neon, music, beer pong. Locals call it Tây Ba Lô (foreigner backpacker street).
It's fun for one night but exhausting. For local nightlife, try Đông Khởi Street (upscale), Thi Sách (mid-range bars), or District 2 (Thảo Điền expat scene).
Last Grab back to your hotel before 1 AM, when prices surge and drivers thin out.