Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City
Visit Downtown 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
You can enjoy retail therapy at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Ho Chi Minh Street Food & Sightseeing By Motorbike (Safe & Fun)
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Explore Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Full-Day
Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 12 people) with Private Option
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine
Top hotels in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Hotel Grand Saigon
This is a fantastic hotel, super clean,the room had everything, and the buffet breakfast was the best i have ever had in all my travels, its quiet at night, the staff are excellent
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Rex Hotel
A classic French colonial hotel that is that is located where all the action happens.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
Location
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
The hotel is extremely clean, well maintained, quiet and comfortable - while being at the centre of district 1. But the highlight are the staff that make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive - whether that’s by greeting in front of the hotel and helping with luggage or taking care to show ...
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Park Hyatt Saigon
Superb! Beautiful hotel and service. Thank you!
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Hotel is in a great location. Pool and restaurant both great too. Rooms were very clean and modern and staff so helpful. Would definitely recommend
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Ho Chi Minh 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
