Southern Vietnam
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Visit Southern Vietnam
Where to stay in Southern Vietnam

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.

District 3
Travelers come to District 3 for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like War Remnants Museum and The Most Holy Redeemer Saigon while you're in town.

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.

Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travelers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Vincom Center Shopping Mall or Dong Khoi Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town.

Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.

Long Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Sonasea Phu Quoc Night Market and Sao Beach.

Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc
Nice stay
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Rex Hotel
A lovely spacious and confortable room. Staff were very friendly. I got an early checkin.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

SOL by Meliá Phu Quoc
Room was amazing, could not fault it at all, Aircon worked amazing and housekeeping was great. All of the staff jumped at the opportunity to help with anything they could. Would definitely stay here again. Wish we could have stayed longer !
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Sherwood Residence
Room was clean, bed was comfortable. Quiet area in District 3. Pool & gym were good. Breakfast was okay. Walking distance to District 1 was 1km. Staff were excellent!
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Refined Saigon - Rivergate Apartment
A bit noisy and the floor was damaged in some point.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Sherwood Suites
Room & public areas were spotless & elegant & they were kept clean daily. Front desk staff were very helpful with restaurant bookings. Hieu An & Truong Tan at the front desk are absolutely wonderful people that the Sherwood Suites are fortunate to employ. They were both very friendly & shared a warm ...
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
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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.

Ho Tram Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ho Tram Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Phuoc Thuan. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses.

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.

Back Beach
Bask in the sun at this long golden beach beside the South China Sea, where you can take a break from the noisy streets of Vung Tau.
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
- Ben Thanh Market
- Corona Casino
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Dong Khoi Street
- Phu Quoc Night Market
- Back Beach
- Saigon River
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Long Hai Beach
- Shophouse Grand World
- War Remnants Museum
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Independence Palace
- Sunset Town Beach





