Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide
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 search for that perfect souvenir at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. 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.
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 City Full Day Tours
Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine
Ho Chi Minh City: Vung Tau Beach Full-Day Trip with Lunch
Small Group Tour: Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels
Small-Group Full-Day Tour of Ho Chi Minh City
Top hotels in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Hotel Grand Saigon
Great location
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
The staff greeted me with genuine warmth and professionalism, making check‑in effortless and welcoming. Every interaction throughout my stay felt thoughtful and attentive, as if the team truly cared about creating a memorable experience. What truly sets this hotel apart is the atmosphere: calm, refined, ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Rex Hotel
The staff is incredible. Great location! Good breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 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 19 Dec 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 10 Dec 2025
New World Saigon Hotel
Great staff, clean facility
Reviewed on 1 Jan 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
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about District 1. Check out Ben Thanh Market or HCMC Museum while you're visiting, and 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 a few things travellers 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 travellers 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.
