Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City
Visit Downtown 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.
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.
Pham Ngu Lao Street
Travelers on a budget flock to this area of Ho Chi Minh City, which offers up quality rooms, delicious food and a variety of goods for very reasonable prices.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Skydeck General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Rex Hotel
Nice staff and convenient location
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
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Great Location
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
New World Saigon Hotel
The breakfast is amazing and staffs are friendly Excellent customer service
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 Grand Saigon
Old hotel, small room, mid-level breakfast
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Galaxy Nguyen Du are top sights worth seeing.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
