Thao Dien 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Thao Dien

Caravelle Saigon
I always stay at this hotel and love it
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Hotel Nikko Saigon
Breakfast has variety of selection
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Rex Hotel
There are no blackout curtains in the executive rooms, I woke up at sunrise, not fun.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Hotel Majestic Saigon
This hotel has it all. Perfect location to se le Saigon river. Close to everything in D1 and M lounge reminds us a nightlife in Waikiki
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

The Reverie Saigon
Absolutely beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Very nice hotel right in the center of District 1. Definitely would stay here again.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thao Dien

Thu Thiem
Check out the shopping during your time in Thu Thiem. Hop around the Ho Chi Minh City area on the metro at Thao Dien Station to see top sights like Saigon River and Metro Supermarket.

Binh Thanh
Binh Thanh is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Van Thanh Park Station or Tan Cang Station to explore sights like Landmark 81.

District 2
Noted for its river views and spas, there's plenty to explore in District 2. Top attractions like Vincom Mega Mall and Saigon River are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at An Phu Station or Rach Chiec Station to see more of the city.

Little Japan
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.

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.
