Chinatown Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City
Popular places to visit
Quan Am Pagoda
You can learn about the history of Ho Chi Minh City with a trip to Quan Am Pagoda. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
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 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.
Top hotels in Chinatown
Hotel Grand Saigon
Excellent staff, large rooms attended with great care.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Rex Hotel
The Rex never disappoints, from the helpful and cheerful staff to its unmatched location.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Wonderful.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Park Hyatt Saigon
Superb! Beautiful hotel and service. Thank you!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Lovely hotel, great staff and one of the best breakfasts I’ve had travelling for work including fresh coconuts. Gym was fine if a little small but pool area lovely. Will visit again
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
The Reverie Saigon
Central location that made it easy to walk to many of the landmarks as well as an excellent selection of restaurants and shopping.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
District 5
District 5 is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by An Dong Market and Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda while in the area.
District 10
District 10 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saigon South and Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine.
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.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
