District 8 Travel Guide
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 browse for souvenirs. Visit 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 browse for the perfect souvenirs 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
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine
Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour By Motorbike, Cyclo or Walking
6Day Package Vietnam Tour: Sai Gon - Hanoi - Ha long Cruise
Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet
Full-Day Excursion To Mekong Delta From Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Top hotels in District 8
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Other neighbourhoods around District 8
District 5
District 5 is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by An Dong Market and Hoa Binh Market while in the area.
District 10
District 10 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saigon South and Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Saigon Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
District 3
District 3 is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to War Remnants Museum or Vinh Nghiem Pagoda.
Nguyen Thai Binh
If you're spending some time in Nguyen Thai Binh, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and Pham Ngu Lao Street are top sights worth seeing.
- Places of interest
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- More trip options
- Ben Thanh Market
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Vincom Landmark 81
- War Remnants Museum
- Independence Palace
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Saigon River
- Takashimaya Vietnam
- Aeon Mall Binh Tan
- Bitexco Financial Tower
- Vietnam National Museum of History