Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ho Chi Minh City
Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh 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.
District 3
District 3 is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to War Remnants Museum or The Most Holy Redeemer Saigon.
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.
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.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Rex Hotel
Absolutely stunning accomodation in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. Beautiful boutique hotel with lovely interiors. Fantastic service and beautiful meals with the restaurants. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
ibis Saigon Airport
It was an efficient quick overnight stay. Good snack at the roof top bar
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Le Saigon Hotel
The hotel was nice but it's so noisy! A lot of unnecessary noise like chair was moving on other room which is so annoying. Staff was friendly and food at the breakfast buffet was reallh nice.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Sherwood Residence
We enjoyed our stay. Property was nice and clean. Reception and good. We would stay here again
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Saigon Sirius
Unable to use the pool. Instructions regarding hot water not given and the beds could be a bit softer
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Sherwood Suites
Truly unbelievable. First time in Vietnam can be overwhelming. The staff and hotel made the first leg of our trip truly memorable
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
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Popular places to visit
Ben Thanh Market
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Ben Thanh Market, a favourite shopping spot in Ho Chi Minh City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
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
During your visit to Ho Chi Minh City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Dong Khoi Street. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Saigon River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Saigon River during your travels in Củ Chi. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Pham Ngu Lao Street
During your visit to Ho Chi Minh City, you can do some window-shopping at Pham Ngu Lao Street. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Other places like Ho Chi Minh City
- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Saigon Square
- Saigon River
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- War Remnants Museum
- Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Independence Palace
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Vinhomes Central Park
- Dam Sen Water Park
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Nguyen Hue Walking Street
- An Dong Market
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall
- Takashimaya Vietnam
- Bitexco Financial Tower
- Vietnam National Museum of History
- Saigon Japan Town
- AEON MALL Tan Phu Celadon
- Bach Dang Wharf
- FV Hospital
- The Cresent Mall
- Jade Emperor Pagoda
- Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
