District 1
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 find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars 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 enjoy retail therapy at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
Whether you want to see exotic animals or enjoy a stroll through colorful gardens, this park transports you from the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City.
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.
Things to do
Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet
Full-Day Excursion To Mekong Delta From Ho Chi Minh City
From Ho Chi Minh To Mui Ne Best Day Trip | Sunset Tour
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Enchanting Saigon River Night Cruise: Gourmet Dining & Cultural Experience
Top hotels in District 1
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Other neighbourhoods around District 1
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.
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.
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Union Square or Dong Khoi Street while you're exploring the area.
Little Japan
Little Japan is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House while in the area.
Bach Dang Riverside
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Bach Dang Riverside. Make a stop by Nguyen Hue Walking Street or Bach Dang Wharf while you're exploring the area.
Nguyen Thai Binh
While visiting Nguyen Thai Binh, you might make a stop by sights like Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and Pham Ngu Lao Street.
- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Dong Khoi Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Independence Palace
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall
- Takashimaya Vietnam
- Vietnam National Museum of History
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square
- Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
- Bach Dang Wharf
- Saigon Skydeck
- Tao Dan Park
- Benthanh Street Food Market
- Jade Emperor Pagoda
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