Dong Khoi
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.
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.
Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square
Take time out from the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City and relax amid the French Colonial architecture and fragrant blooms of this historic square.
Things to do
Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
From Ho Chi Minh: Mekong Delta Small Group Day Trip
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Ho Chi Minh Historical Guided Walking Tour – 2 Hours
Top hotels in Dong Khoi
Rex Hotel
Courteous staff, but lacking timely room service.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Every thing was very good
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
Excellent
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Great location. Room was fine. Rooftop bar was great. Service was excellent
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
The Reverie Saigon
We loved this hotel from start to finish. The staff were great, rooms wonderful, facilities enjoyable. We also tried the restaurants too, strongly recommend .
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Caravelle Saigon
YES
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dong Khoi
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.
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.
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.
Bach Dang Riverside
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are a few things travelers love about Bach Dang Riverside. Check out Nguyen Hue Walking Street or Bach Dang Wharf while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town.
Nguyen Thai Binh
While you're in Nguyen Thai Binh, take in top sights like Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.
