District 1 Travel Guide
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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.
Bui Vien Walking Street
When you visit Bui Vien Walking Street, a popular shopping spot in Ho Chi Minh City, you can browse for souvenirs. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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 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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in District 1
![Liberty Central Saigon Riverside](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6460000/6457000/6456944/6297320a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
![Hotel Nikko Saigon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4610000/4604700/4604698/7bcd132c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2024
![Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8740000/8734700/8734694/0eff8bd4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024
![Hotel Majestic Saigon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/481700/481665/4cda3937_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
![Caravelle Saigon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69900/69803/485c266f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Au Lac Charner Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11850000/11849100/11849092/f5d13b54_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around District 1
![Ben Thanh Market featuring shopping, night scenes and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/96000/96935-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.
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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.
![Saigon Central Post Office which includes interior views and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97003-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Dong Khoi Street or Vincom Center Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.
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Little Japan
Travellers come to Little Japan for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House while you're in town.
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Bach Dang Riverside
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Bach Dang Riverside. Make a stop by Nguyen Hue Walking Street or Bach Dang Wharf while you're exploring the area.
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Ben Nghe
If you're spending some time in Ben Nghe, Saigon Japan Town and Vincom Center Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.
- Places of interest
- Hotels in District 1 by Star Rating
- Choose Your District 1 Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Ho Chi Minh City neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Saigon Square
- Dong Khoi Street
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Independence Palace
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square
- Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
- Bitexco Financial Tower
- Benthanh Street Food Market
- Tao Dan Park
- Saigon Skydeck
- Museum of Ho Chi Minh City
- Saigon Central Mosque
- Jade Emperor Pagoda
- Parkson Plaza
Hotels in District 1 by Star Rating
Choose Your District 1 Hotel Style
Hotels Near District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Hotels
- District 3 Hotels
- Dong Khoi Hotels
- District 5 Hotels
- Binh Thanh Hotels
- District 2 Hotels
- Little Japan Hotels
- Ben Thanh Hotels
- District 4 Hotels
- District 10 Hotels
- Phu Nhuan Hotels
- Ben Nghe Hotels
- Thu Duc Hotels
- Bach Dang Riverside Hotels
- Nguyen Hue Walking Street Hotels
- Thu Thiem Hotels
- Bui Thi Xuan Hotels
- Nguyen Thai Binh Hotels
- Hang Xanh Hotels
- Phường 6 Hotels