Downtown Ho Chi Minh City 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Rex Hotel
The Rex never disappoints, from the helpful and cheerful staff to its unmatched location.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Park Hyatt Saigon
It’s as classic for Saigon and located well. We loved the decor and elegance. The warm greetings by staff is. Plus and they were than happy to help us and remembered our names. All the elements were there for a great hotel. I loved the quaint spa facilities. Breakfast was always satisfying and delicious. ...
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
Excellent staff, large rooms attended with great care.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Wonderful.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
Location
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
The Reverie Saigon
Lovely hotel with great service and an excellent location in District 1!
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Union Square or Vincom Center Shopping Mall 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.
Bach Dang Riverside
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are a few things travellers love about Bach Dang Riverside. Check out Nguyen Hue Walking Street or Bach Dang Wharf while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town.
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide
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