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
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 Central Post Office
Make sure you write your postcards in Ho Chi Minh City, as it’s a great excuse to visit the city’s stunning 19th-century post office.
Things to do
Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Top hotels in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Caravelle Saigon
"The staff are friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
"Hotel staff were amazing, especially front of house manager, Kelly, she was always very kind and helpful with recommendations for dining and places to visit. She made our trip even more memorable. I would highly recommend staying at this hotel chain."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Rex Hotel
"Past its prime and living on past glories in my opinion. It was OK but the rooms needed updating and the breakfast wasn’t great. We had some noise issues which were resolved and they gave a a free cab to the airport but overall disappointed."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
"Ok"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint
"立地場所がとても良いです。 ベンタンマーケットまでもデパートまでもどこ行くのでも中心になっており便利です。 基本的に部屋は清潔ですがシャワールームにドアが付いていないタイプなので水飛沫が全て洗面フロアに飛び床が水浸しになり滑って危ないです。 シャワーの水圧や温度は全く問題ないです。 周りの音も聞こえなく静かで良いです。 部屋の床一部にカーペットをひいているがあれは必要ないと思う。なんだか埃がまったり汚れてるイメージがある。 基本的にスタッフの対応は良いですが、チェックアウト時の精算時の女性スタッフがイマイチだった。お金を支払って帰る時はもうサービスしないと言うスタンスなのか。そこが残念でしたが、ベルボーイ達はとても親切でよかったです。 ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
"Room is clean but the property is not in a reasonably new condition."
Reviewed on 20 May 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
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 Bui Vien Walking Street, and jump on the metro at Opera House Station or Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.
Nguyen Thai Binh
While you're in Nguyen Thai Binh, take in top sights like Pham Ngu Lao Street 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 Vincom Center Shopping Mall 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.
