District 1 Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Saigon: City Highlights and Saigon Unseen Scooter Combo Tour
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket
Ho Chi Minh: Water Puppet Show Ticket
Private Photography Tour & Ho Chi Minh City Exploration By Local
Full Day Mekong Delta Cruise & Tour
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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
Travellers come to Little Japan for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House while you're in town.
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.
Ben Nghe
If you're spending some time in Ben Nghe, Saigon Japan Town and Vincom Center Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.
- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Saigon Square
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Independence Palace
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Vietnam National Museum of History
- Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
- Benthanh Street Food Market
- Bitexco Financial Tower
- Tao Dan Park
- Union Square
- Museum of Ho Chi Minh City
- Saigon Skydeck
- Diamond Plaza
- Parkson Plaza
- Taka Plaza
What kind of hotels are in District 1?
Are there hotels near District 1?
- Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Hotels
- District 3 Hotels
- District 5 Hotels
- Dong Khoi Hotels
- Binh Thanh Hotels
- Ben Thanh Hotels
- Little Japan Hotels
- District 2 Hotels
- Phu Nhuan Hotels
- District 10 Hotels
- District 4 Hotels
- Ben Nghe Hotels
- Nguyen Hue Walking Street Hotels
- Thu Duc Hotels
- Nguyen Thai Binh Hotels
- Bach Dang Riverside Hotels
- Bui Thi Xuan Hotels
- Thu Thiem Hotels
- Da Kao Hotels
- Hang Xanh Hotels