Da Kao Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City





Popular places to visit

Jade Emperor Pagoda
You can learn about the history of Ho Chi Minh City with a visit to Jade Emperor Pagoda. Discover the fascinating museums and shops 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
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
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.

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.

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 Da Kao

Wink Saigon Centre, Unscripted by Hyatt - 24 Hours stay
"Very convenient, Accommodating and friendly staff... Best place to stay when you go for a vacation in vietnam!"
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Somerset Ho Chi Minh City
"Maybe a little upgrade with some utensils.but overall everything is nice and clean."
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Caravelle Saigon
"The rooms with SIGNATURE LOUNGE was wonderful to pay extra for. The one gripe i did have was that every time i walked in to the lounge area, i was asked if i was on the wrong floor or was after the rooftop bar. I was made to feel that i didn't belong until i told the staff my room number. Staff have ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
"Kind staff and amazing property"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Hotel Nikko Saigon
"good!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Rex Hotel
"This is my go to place when I return to Vietnam. Great location, excellent breakfast buffet and coffee, great customer service, for the most part."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Da Kao

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.

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.

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 Bui Vien Walking Street, and jump on the metro at Opera House Station or Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.

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.

Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Galaxy Nguyen Du 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 Bui Vien Walking Street, and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station or Opera House Station to see more of the city.
