District 12 Travel Guide
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
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.
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
See the exotic and native animals who call Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden home during your travels in Ho Chi Minh City. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Top hotels in District 12
Caravelle Saigon
Everything was excellent, but the cleanliness and amenities need to be more careful. There was one day I did not get the essential amenities in my room. Thank you.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
We found the room to be much smaller than the images suggested, when we entered the room the towels were in a basket on the bed, which I thought a little odd, however, when we got in the bathroom, we discovered why, there was nowhere to store anything.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Bellman whose name Leo is very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Rex Hotel
What a beautiful hotel! The amenities were great. I loved the view of the city from the rooftop restaurant and the live band. I would definitely stay there again and highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
The location is very central to all the tourist hot spots, cafes and restaurants
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
I had to pay a VND1 million deposit and wait for the hotel staff to inspect the room before the money was returned. The pool is quite small, and the water did not appear clean. The hotel only provided tiny bottles of shampoo and conditioner for two guests. At breakfast, my friend and I took a small ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District 12
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.
Tan Binh
Tan Binh 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 Pico Plaza or Vietnam People's Air Force Museum.
Phu Nhuan
Visitors to Phu Nhuan appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Tan Son Nhat Market and Jade Emperor Pagoda might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Thao Dien
Noted for its river views and spas, there's plenty to explore in Thao Dien. Top attractions like Saigon River and Vincom Mega Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Thao Dien Station or An Phu Station to see more of the city.
Hoc Mon
Hoc Mon might not have many top sights, but Galaxy Trung Chanh and Zoom Media Film Studio are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theatre.
