District 1 Travel Guide

Ho Chi Minh City

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A narrow street lined with various shops and motorcycles parked along the sides.
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A wall with graffiti, a motorcycle, and a metal gate.
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Stay near popular District 1 attractions

A building with the sign "CUA-TAY" above the entrance.

Ben Thanh Market

7.8/10 (6,130 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

Rp446.475
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

Rp250.040
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Tan Son Nhat Airport - Ho Chi Minh City - Fast Track Service

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

Rp625.065
per traveller
76% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van

Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van

Rp603.826
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van
1-Day Tour of Black Virgin Mountain - Cao Dai Temple - Cu Chi Tunnels from HCMC

1-Day Tour of Black Virgin Mountain - Cao Dai Temple - Cu Chi Tunnels from HCMC

Rp1.107.258
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
1-Day Tour of Black Virgin Mountain - Cao Dai Temple - Cu Chi Tunnels from HCMC
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket

Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket

Rp178.590
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket
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Top hotels in District 1

The Reverie Saigon

The Reverie Saigon

5 out of 5
22 - 36 Nguyen Hue Boulevard Ho Chi Minh City
The price is Rp3.406.670 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp3.406.670
Rp3.863.164 total
4 Aug - 5 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! (1,009 reviews)
"The room has a bad odor which really created a sleepless night for my family"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

The Reverie Saigon
Rex Hotel

Rex Hotel

5 out of 5
141 Nguyen Hue Blvd Ho Chi Minh City
Fully refundable
The price is Rp2.112.611 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp2.112.611
Rp2.395.701 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

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 Rp1.931.879 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp1.931.879
Rp2.190.751 total
1 Aug - 2 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 Bui Vien Walking ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (554 reviews)
"A return stay to this wonderful hotel. Many thanks to Kati for the arrangement for the room. A home away from home… all staff from restaurant, bell and reception are friendly and sincere. Making this another wonderful stay."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Hotel Nikko Saigon

Hotel Nikko Saigon

5 out of 5
235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is Rp2.397.414 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp2.397.414
Rp2.718.668 total
2 Aug - 3 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 breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,601 reviews)
"I will be happy to come back again😊"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Hotel Nikko Saigon
Park Hyatt Saigon

Park Hyatt Saigon

5 out of 5
2 Lam Son Square Ho Chi Minh City
The price is Rp4.384.653 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp4.384.653
Rp4.972.197 total
2 Aug - 3 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 in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (499 reviews)
"Service and staff excellent. Location and rooms perfect."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

Park Hyatt Saigon
Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City

Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City

5 out of 5
67 Le Loi Street Ho Chi Minh City
The price is Rp2.721.346 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
Rp2.721.346
Rp3.086.006 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (597 reviews)
"Location, staff , cleanliness and facility."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City
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Where to stay in District 1

Find the best District 1 areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 Bui Vien Walking Street, and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station or Opera House Station to see more of the city.

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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.

A spacious, ornate interior with a high, arched ceiling and green and yellow accents.

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 Galaxy Nguyen Du are top sights worth seeing.

Traditional architecture with ornate roofs, a stone monument, and lush greenery.

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 Travel Guide