Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City
Visit Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
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.
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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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.
Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
You can make plans for a show at Ho Chi Minh City Opera House during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Rex Hotel
The Rex is an old but well maintained fantastic hotel, yes it is a bit tired but the staff are amazing, the rooms, beds and pillows are excellent, breakfast is great, we have no complaints at all
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Staying at Hotel Majestic Saigon felt special from the moment we arrived. The service was excellent, and every detail reflected charm and history. The rooftop restaurant and views were unforgettable. We will definitely return!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
The Reverie Saigon
Excellent location, service and cleanliness
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
New World Saigon Hotel
Great pool, decent gym and fantastic seafood buffet on the weekend
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Wife was very happy to find the birthday decorations on the bed when I called the hotel to inform them it’s my wife’s birthday. Spa therapist was very helpful and professional. Staff at the reception are all very kind and helpful and goes the extra way to help us. They help us book the spa, and when ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
In the center of popping street with many cafes and shops nearby. Easily visit cafe apartments, markets, and city center nearby
Reviewed on 6 Mar 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 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.
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.
Phường 6
While visiting Phường 6, you might make a stop by sights like War Remnants Museum and Co.opmart Nguyen Dinh Chieu.
