Dong Khoi Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City
Popular places to visit
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.
Vincom Center Shopping Mall
Two buildings packed with some of the finest designer brands in the world make up the city’s largest shopping hub.
Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
This stunning theater, with its glistening white architecture and curved lines, makes it easy to forget that you are in Ho Chi Minh City and not in Paris.
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.
Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
Christianity may not be the dominant religion in Vietnam yet this stunning cathedral is considered by many to be Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic landmark.
Ho Chi Minh City Hall
This striking government office is undoubtedly one of the city’s most impressive colonial buildings.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks
Vietnam: Tan Son Nhat (SGN) International Airport Fast Track Service
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Top hotels in Dong Khoi
Rex Hotel
Nice staff and convenient location
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Park Hyatt Saigon
All great!
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Reverie Saigon
Beautiful hotel in great location. Incredible views from the room and very kind, helpful staff.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City
New towels needed in bathrooms, however rooms clean. Air con very good. Staff including concierge very good.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Great Location
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
Very comfortable room - the room faced the pool and was extremely quiet, even though the hotel is on a main street, very friendly and helpful staff, very good breakfast! However, there were renovations on the upper floors of the hotel, and if we had to be in the room - it would have been an unpleasant ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dong Khoi
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nguyen Thai Binh
While you're in Nguyen Thai Binh, take in top sights like Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.
