Da Kao Travel Guide

Ho Chi Minh City

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An ornate temple interior with red walls, golden statues, and Chinese inscriptions.
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A temple interior with ornate decorations, statues, and religious paintings.
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Jade Emperor Pagoda

8.2/10 (77 reviews)
This structure offers some of the most impressive woodcarvings, figurines and art in all of Vietnam.
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Things to do

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

Rp446.525
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour

Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City

Rp250.054
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket

Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket

Rp178.610
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Small-Group Day Tour

Discover Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Full-Day

Rp482.247
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Discover Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Full-Day
Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van

Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van

Rp608.214
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van
Tan Son Nhat Airport - Ho Chi Minh City - Fast Track Service

Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport

Rp562.622
per traveller
74% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
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Top hotels in Da Kao

Wink Saigon Centre, Unscripted by Hyatt - 24 Hours stay

Wink Saigon Centre, Unscripted by Hyatt - 24 Hours stay

4 out of 5
75 Nguyen Binh Khiem, Tan Dinh Ward Ho Chi Minh City
The price is Rp924.551 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp924.551
Rp1.048.441 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Wink Saigon Centre, Unscripted by Hyatt - 24 Hours stay
Somerset Ho Chi Minh City

Somerset Ho Chi Minh City

4 out of 5
8a Nguyen Binh Khiem Street Ho Chi Minh City
The price is Rp1.936.339 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.936.339
Rp2.195.808 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Somerset Ho Chi Minh City
Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh

Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh

4 out of 5
7 Ngo Van Nam Street, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is Rp899.229 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp899.229
Rp1.019.726 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh
The Reverie Saigon - The Leading Hotels of the World

The Reverie Saigon - The Leading Hotels of the World

5 out of 5
22 - 36 Nguyen Hue Boulevard Ho Chi Minh City
The price is Rp3.874.957 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp3.874.957
Rp4.394.202 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,027 reviews)
"The perfect way to experience Ho Chi Minh. Located at the heart of the city with everything within walkable distance. Highly recommend, service also none to other"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

The Reverie Saigon - The Leading Hotels of the World
Rex Hotel

Rex Hotel

5 out of 5
141 Nguyen Hue Blvd Ho Chi Minh City
The price is Rp2.096.314 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp2.096.314
Rp2.377.220 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Rex Hotel
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

5 out of 5
40 - 42 Phan Boi Chau, Ben Thanh ward,D1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is Rp2.017.869 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp2.017.869
Rp2.288.263 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Ben Thanh Market and Saigon Square ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (606 reviews)
"Lovely hotel Professional and helpful staff Great breakfast Thoroughly recommend"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
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Where to stay in Da Kao

Find the best Da Kao areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large church with two tall spires, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and palm trees.

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 Ho Chi Minh City Museum, and jump on the metro at Opera House Station or Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.

A large brick church with arched windows and a prominent clock tower.
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Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Check out top attractions like Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market, and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station or Opera House Station to see more of the city.

A pink church with a clock tower and arched windows.

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 The Most Holy Redeemer Saigon.

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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.

A night-time view of a building with a clock tower and the inscription "CHÔNG BÌN THÀNH" at its entrance.

Ben Thanh

If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.

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