Southern Vietnam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Southern Vietnam
Vung Tau showing boating and a beach
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden showing a garden
Southern Vietnam
Saigon River which includes skyline, a city and a lake or waterhole

Where to stay in Southern Vietnam

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District 1

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of District 1. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.

District 1
Ben Thanh Market featuring shopping, night scenes and markets

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

4/5(153 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
War Remnants Museum which includes interior views

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 Vinh Nghiem Pagoda.

District 3
Saigon Central Post Office which includes interior views and heritage architecture

Dong Khoi

4.5/5(93 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Dong Khoi Street or Vincom Center Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.

Dong Khoi
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Ben Thanh

If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.

Ben Thanh
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District 7

District 7 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saigon Paragon Mall and The Cresent Mall.

District 7
Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc

Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc

5 out of 5
Bai Dai, Gach Dau, Phu Quoc, An Giang
The price is 2.116.402 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
2.116.402 ₫
2.400.000 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Phu Quoc. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (806 reviews)
"The food OK"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc
Hotel Nikko Saigon

Hotel Nikko Saigon

5 out of 5
235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1, Cau Ong Lanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is 3.087.071 ₫ per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
3.087.071 ₫
3.500.739 ₫ total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,374 reviews)
"I had an amazing time at Hotel Nikko, Sophie at the front desk was PHENOMENAL and so sweet. This was my first time to HCMC and I’ll definitely be coming back to stay here."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Hotel Nikko Saigon
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

5 out of 5
40 - 42 Phan Boi Chau, Ben Thanh ward,D1, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is 3.238.095 ₫ per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
3.238.095 ₫
3.672.000 ₫ total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Ben Thanh Market and Bui Vien ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
"The staff was exceptional at Grand Hotel du Lac! They were friendly and helpful. The rooms were spacious and clean. The location was excellent!"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
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Sherwood Residence

Sherwood Residence

5 out of 5
127 Pasteur Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,374 reviews)
"Staff were efficient and professional. Lovely to have a room upgrade on arrival. Rooms were clean & spacious and kids were happy they had their own beds. Pool open until late which was a bonus and breakfast was good. Wished we stayed longer than a night, would definitely return. Thank you."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Sherwood Residence
Sailing Club Signature Resort Phu Quoc

Sailing Club Signature Resort Phu Quoc

3.5 out of 5
Group 6, Duong Bao Hamlet, Duong To Commune, Phu Quoc, An Giang
Stay at this 3.5-star spa villa in Phu Quoc. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Phu Quoc Beach and Sao Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"If you are looking for private villa accommodation in Phu Quoc, Sailing Club Signature Resort is perfect. The villa's are modern, well designed, very comfortable and private yet you still have all the resort facilities available to use"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Sailing Club Signature Resort Phu Quoc
Saigon Sirius

Saigon Sirius

4 out of 5
151 Ben Van Don, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (861 reviews)
"Room is very comfortable and nice view, quiet place to stay. The only thing is AC is leaking water ."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Saigon Sirius
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Popular places to visit

Bui Vien Walking Street

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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Bui Vien Walking Street
Ben Thanh Market showing shopping and markets

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.

Ben Thanh Market
Dong Khoi Street which includes heritage architecture and night scenes

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.

Dong Khoi Street
Phu Quoc Night Market

Phu Quoc Night Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Phu Quoc Night Market during your trip to Duong Dong. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Phu Quoc Night Market
Pham Ngu Lao Street which includes shopping, night scenes and street scenes

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.

Pham Ngu Lao Street
Saigon Square

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 Square

Cities near Southern Vietnam

Photo by Nguyen Thi Dieu

Can Tho

Long Hai featuring signage

Long Dien

Chau Doc

Chau Doc

Phu Quoc Island which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views

Duong Dong