Ben Nghe Travel Guide

Ho Chi Minh City

Drivers of rickshaws around the cathedral often say high prices as scammers
Drivers of rickshaws around the cathedral often say high prices as scammers
The Bitexco Building in Ho Chi Minh City offers the tallest views of the city. Going up to the sky platform costs 200,000d ($10). You could also go a few floors higher to a cafe or bar. Great place to go for sunset where you can get 360-degree views of the city.
View of Saigon from skyjack
The less famous Notre Dame... in Ho Chi Minh City ⛪️ #hochiminhcity #vietnam #notredame #church #architecture

Popular places to visit

Dong Khoi Street which includes heritage architecture and night scenes

Dong Khoi Street

One of two major commercial centers in Ho Chi Minh City, this street has high-end shops, cafés and restaurants as well as some of the city’s finest architecture.

Dong Khoi Street
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden which includes a park and zoo animals

Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden

Whether you want to see exotic animals or enjoy a stroll through colorful gardens, this park transports you from the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City.

Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
Opera House showing theatre scenes, heritage architecture and street scenes

Ho Chi Minh City Opera House

This stunning theater, with its glistening white architecture and curved lines, makes it easy to forget that you are in Ho Chi Minh City and not in Paris.

Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
Vincom Center Shopping Mall showing signage and a fountain

Vincom Center Shopping Mall

Two buildings packed with some of the finest designer brands in the world make up the city’s largest shopping hub.

Vincom Center Shopping Mall
Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica which includes street scenes, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica

Situated in central Ho Chi Minh, this magnificent cathedral is a lasting reminder of the city's 19th-century French occupation.

Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
Ho Chi Minh City Hall which includes heritage architecture and modern architecture

Ho Chi Minh City Hall

This striking government office is undoubtedly one of the city’s most impressive colonial buildings.

Ho Chi Minh City Hall

Top hotels in Ben Nghe

Hotel Grand Saigon

Hotel Grand Saigon

5 out of 5
8 Dong Khoi Street, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is ₹9,692 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
₹9,692
₹11,184 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
From taking bags from the taxi to check in and then to the room was excellent service. Rooms in good condition and great location

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Hotel Grand Saigon
Park Hyatt Saigon

Park Hyatt Saigon

5 out of 5
2 Lam Son Square Ho Chi Minh City
The price is ₹31,383 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹31,383
₹35,588 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (463 reviews)
Superb! Beautiful hotel and service. Thank you!

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Park Hyatt Saigon
Rex Hotel

Rex Hotel

5 out of 5
141 Nguyen Hue Blvd Ho Chi Minh City
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
Initial room was not good. We could smell dampness. After informing reception we were moved to a much better room.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

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Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh

Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh

4 out of 5
7 Ngo Van Nam Street, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is ₹7,942 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
₹7,942
₹9,180 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
The room was clean and spacious, with beautiful river views. The service was excellent as well. The hotel also had a very good gym. I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel!

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel

Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel

4 out of 5
65-67 Hai Ba Trung Street Ho Chi Minh City
The price is ₹7,223 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
₹7,223
₹8,191 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (608 reviews)
Yes . The breakfast was good and top quality products. Furthermore the waiters were attentive.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel

5 out of 5
88 Dong Khoi Ho Chi Minh City
The price is ₹17,086 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
₹17,086
₹19,376 total
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (725 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ben Nghe

Saigon Opera House and Hotel Continental Saigon I stayed.

Little Japan

4/5(44 area reviews)

Take time in Little Japan to visit attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Opera House Station to see more of the city.

Little Japan
Saigon Central Post Office which includes interior views and heritage architecture

Dong Khoi

4.5/5(93 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Union Square or Vincom Center Shopping Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town.

Dong Khoi
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District 1

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in District 1. Check out top attractions like Ben Thanh Market and HCMC Museum, and jump on the metro at Opera House Station or Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.

District 1
Ho Chi Minh City Hall at night - HCMC/Vietnam

Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Nguyen Hue Walking Street is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nguyen Hue Walking Street and Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square while in the area.

Nguyen Hue Walking Street
Ben Thanh Market featuring shopping, night scenes and markets

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

4/5(153 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Check out top attractions like Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market, and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station or Opera House Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Tran Nguyen Han- Memorial at Cho Ben Thanh in Saigon, Vietnam.; Shutterstock ID 167849279

Ben Thanh

If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.

Ben Thanh

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