Ben Thanh 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.
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.
Independence Palace
Get an appreciation for the years of conflict and unrest that plagued Vietnam during the 20th century at this fascinating palace.
Benthanh Street Food Market
During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can do some window-shopping at Benthanh Street Food Market. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Tao Dan Park
Relax in one of Ho Chi Minh’s best city parks where there’s a children’s playground, plenty of open space and beautiful manicured gardens.
Temple of Mariamman
After visiting Temple of Mariamman, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ho Chi Minh City. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van
Saigon History & Cu Chi Tunnels with War Museum 1-Day Tour
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
Top hotels in Ben Thanh
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Excellent service, delicious food, great location.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
New World Saigon Hotel
Our room was very clean and comfortable. The staff are fantastic and very helpful. I loved the food and the hotel is in a great location. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Winsuites Sai Gon Hotel
good breakfast friendly very nice staff
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
California Saigon Hotel & Rooftop Pool
Helpful staff and friendly atmosphere
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
M City Hotel Saigon
Location was excellent, staff were super helpful and friendly and room was clean with plenty of space and the bathroom was modern and practical really enjoyed staying at this hotel and will again in future visits
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Alagon D'antique Hotel & Spa
Nice staffs and surprisingly complementary lunch. The coffee workshop was also impressed
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ben Thanh
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Benthanh Street Food Market while you're exploring the area.
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
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.
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.
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Dong Khoi Street or Vincom Center Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.
Ben Nghe
If you're spending some time in Ben Nghe, Saigon Japan Town and Vincom Center Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Ben Thanh Travel Guide
- Ben Thanh Market
- Independence Palace
- Tao Dan Park
- Huyen Si Church
- Zen Plaza
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Landmark 81
- War Remnants Museum
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Saigon River
- Bitexco Financial Tower
- Takashimaya Vietnam
- Vietnam National Museum of History
