District 8
Ho Chi Minh City
Popular places to visit
Ben Thanh Market
No trip to Ho Chi Minh City is complete without exploring this bustling market where you can enjoy a traditional Vietnamese dish or purchase souvenirs.
Bui Vien Walking Street
When you visit Bui Vien Walking Street, a popular shopping spot in Ho Chi Minh City, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Pham Ngu Lao Street
Travelers on a budget flock to this area of Ho Chi Minh City, which offers up quality rooms, delicious food and a variety of goods for very reasonable prices.
Saigon Square
During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
Things to do
Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels Full-Day Excursion
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta - VIP Tour
Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike
Evening in Saigon: Small Group Street Food Tasting Tour
Top hotels in District 8
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 May 20, 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
"Kind staff and amazing property"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
"good！"
Reviewed on May 18, 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 May 21, 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
"Ok"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
"Room is clean but the property is not in a reasonably new condition."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District 8
District 5
Travelers come to District 5 for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like An Dong Market and Ha Chuong Hoi Quan Pagoda while you're in town.
District 10
District 10 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine and Hoa Binh Theater.
Binh Tan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Binh Tan and surrounding area, you can visit Aeon Mall Binh Tan and Dam Sen Water Park.
District 3
Travelers come to District 3 for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like War Remnants Museum and Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theatre while you're in town.
District 4
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in District 4. You might want to make time for a stop at Saigon River or Vinh Khanh Food Street.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Galaxy Nguyen Du are top sights worth seeing.
