Ben Thanh Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City
Popular places to visit
Ben Thanh Market
No trip to Ho Chi Minh City is complete without exploring this bustling market where you can enjoy a traditional Vietnamese dish or purchase souvenirs.
Saigon Square
During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Independence Palace
Get an appreciation for the years of conflict and unrest that plagued Vietnam during the 20th century at this fascinating palace.
Tao Dan Park
Escape the hubbub of city life in this beautifully landscaped city park, complete with tennis courts, swimming pool and children's playground.
Bui Vien Walking Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Pham Ngu Lao Street
Travelers on a budget flock to this area of Ho Chi Minh City, which offers up quality rooms, delicious food and a variety of goods for very reasonable prices.
Top hotels in Ben Thanh
New World Saigon Hotel
Great pool, decent gym and fantastic seafood buffet on the weekend
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Wife was very happy to find the birthday decorations on the bed when I called the hotel to inform them it’s my wife’s birthday. Spa therapist was very helpful and professional. Staff at the reception are all very kind and helpful and goes the extra way to help us. They help us book the spa, and when ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
M City Hotel Saigon
Pool was really good and the room was clean! Staff was also very friendly 👌
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Winsuites Sai Gon Hotel
Was
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
GK Central Hotel
Clean room, great helpful staff and great location
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Bon Ami Hotel - Thien Xuan Hotel
Friendly staff and room is clean Nearby shops convenient
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ben Thanh
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
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.
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.
Phường 6
While visiting Phường 6, you might make a stop by sights like War Remnants Museum and Co.opmart Nguyen Dinh Chieu.
Nguyen Thai Binh
While you're in Nguyen Thai Binh, take in top sights like Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Vincom Center Shopping Mall or Dong Khoi Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town.
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.
