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 lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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
Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels Full-Day Excursion
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta - VIP Tour
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Top hotels in District 8
Caravelle Saigon
The Frige too old , need change
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Thank you for your best service and an amazing Hotel Nikko Saigon Team. You're always the best team as you provide the best service for The World. Thanks again for everything! Best wishes.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Rex Hotel
Excellent location and staffs amazing
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
The location of the hotel is great and the staff is amazing. We had to leave early to catch our flight and the offer us to prepare a breakfast with coffee to take-out. So nice. They stayed with us until we left. They were so kind. We will cherish the souvenir.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Reverie Saigon
Love this place
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Sky bar is number 1 in Saigon. Beautiful pool. Great staff. Best breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
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 Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda while in the area.
District 10
District 10 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hoa Binh Theater and Saigon South.
Binh Tan
Binh Tan might not have many top sights, but Aeon Mall Binh Tan and Dam Sen Water Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Xa Loi Pagoda.
District 4
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in District 4. You might want to make time for a stop at Cho Xom Chieu or Saigon River.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Galaxy Nguyen Du are top sights worth seeing.
