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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars 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.
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
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket
Small-Group Full-Day Tour of Ho Chi Minh City
Top hotels in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Hotel Grand Saigon
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Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
The room was very clean and cleverly organized. All of the staff from the door people to the cleaning personnel to the front desk and restaurant servers were so friendly, patient and ready to help when needed: ie Excellent customer service. They made us feel valuable as special guests at the hotel. ...
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
Rex Hotel
The staff is incredible. Great location! Good breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
Outstanding experience from start to finish. This is my second time staying at this hotel. The hotel was spotless, the staff was attentive and welcoming. Amenities exceeded my expectations. Breakfast food buffet was above and beyond. The location is extremely convenient, and everything was well maintained. ...
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Park Hyatt Saigon
Located in a very convenient central loaction. Hotel rooms were spacious and the staff provided a warm and welcoming atmosphere
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
New World Saigon Hotel
Hotel is nice and clean. Service is excellency. Staffs were very attentive and efficiently. Breakfast was amazing. Thank you for providing such a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
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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
Fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few of the things travelers enjoy most about District 1. A visit to Ben Thanh Market or HCMC Museum is also recommended, and you can jump aboard the metro at Ben Thanh 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.
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Union Square or Dong Khoi Street while you're exploring the area.
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 just a few highlights of Bach Dang Riverside. Make a stop by Nguyen Hue Walking Street or Bach Dang Wharf while you're exploring the area.
