Da Kao Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City
Popular places to visit
Jade Emperor Pagoda
This structure offers some of the most impressive woodcarvings, figurines and art in all of Vietnam.
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.
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 River
Gain a fresh perspective of the city skyline with a boat ride. Venture along the twisting waterways to small villages and an immense set of wartime tunnels.
Things to do
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
Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market Tour River Life
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van
Top hotels in Da Kao
Wink Saigon Centre, Unscripted by Hyatt - 24 Hours stay
Loved this place. Knew nothing about it before booking it just hours before arriving in HCMC. Its now one of my favorite brands ever
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
NTA Hotel - Serviced Apartments
We’re impressed
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Rex Hotel
Nice staff and convenient location
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
ibis Saigon Airport
As a quick stay prior to a very early morning flight, it works perfectly. Situated just outside the airport entrance, it is extremely convenient with excellent airport shuttle service. The check in staff was extremely helpful. For more than a 12-24 hour stay, I cannot recommend it.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Le Saigon Hotel
Good place for a short stay
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Windsor Plaza Hotel
Room assigned seems to be a backup room after requested to change the room. Telephone in the room has no instruction regards contacting the front desk; housekeeping and etc. located next to their entrance to storage area for housekeeping. Lots of traffic and loud bangs from closing door when worker ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Da Kao
Phường 6
While visiting Phường 6, you might make a stop by sights like War Remnants Museum and Co.opmart Nguyen Dinh Chieu.
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Vincom Center Shopping Mall or Dong Khoi Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town.
Little Japan
Take time in Little Japan to visit attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Opera House Station to see more of the city.
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 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.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Galaxy Nguyen Du are top sights worth seeing.
