Ben Nghe
Ho Chi Minh City
Popular places to visit
Dong Khoi Street
One of two major commercial centers in Ho Chi Minh City, this street has high-end shops, cafés and restaurants as well as some of the city’s finest architecture.
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
Whether you want to see exotic animals or enjoy a stroll through colorful gardens, this park transports you from the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City.
Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
This stunning theater, with its glistening white architecture and curved lines, makes it easy to forget that you are in Ho Chi Minh City and not in Paris.
Vincom Center Shopping Mall
Two buildings packed with some of the finest designer brands in the world make up the city’s largest shopping hub.
Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
Situated in central Ho Chi Minh, this magnificent cathedral is a lasting reminder of the city's 19th-century French occupation.
Ho Chi Minh City Hall
This striking government office is undoubtedly one of the city’s most impressive colonial buildings.
Things to do
Ho Chi Minh Street Food & Sightseeing By Motorbike (Safe & Fun)
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine
Ho Chi Minh City: Vung Tau Beach Full-Day Trip with Lunch
Small-Group Full-Day Tour of Ho Chi Minh City
Top hotels in Ben Nghe
Hotel Grand Saigon
Excellent hotel, great location, amazing breakfast. Will be staying here again
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
Room was large and clean, the staff were very polite.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
I had booked a room with no external windows, which isn't terrible but I missed having daylight wake me up. The location of the hotel is great, staff are wonderful, bed was very comfortable. Bar and pool area is very small but very pretty. It's probably more of a 3 star hotel but very nice all the ...
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh
Nice place. friendly staff
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Park Hyatt Saigon
Beautiful building and convenient locating
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ben Nghe
Little Japan
Visitors often come to Little Japan for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Opera House Station.
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travelers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Union Square or Dong Khoi Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town.
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 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.
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.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
