Ben Thanh Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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.
Independence Palace
Get an appreciation for the years of conflict and unrest that plagued Vietnam during the 20th century at this fascinating palace.
Tao Dan Park
One of the most popular parks in Ho Chi Minh City, with plenty of activities, trees, flowers and beautiful landscaping.
Benthanh Street Food Market
During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can do some window-shopping at Benthanh Street Food Market. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Galaxy Nguyen Du
You can get tickets for a performance at Galaxy Nguyen Du during your trip to Ho Chi Minh City. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks
Mekong Delta Tour with Sampan Ride & Coconut Village Visit
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Our pick of the best Ben Thanh Hotel Deals
New World Saigon Hotel
The breakfast is amazing and staffs are friendly Excellent customer service
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
M City Hotel Saigon
Excellent staff, good breakfeast, clean room
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
My second time staying here, I love the staff and location. Very convenient and the staff definitely make the place so welcoming.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Winsuites Sai Gon Hotel
Great hotel and staff really friendly, however we had picked the hotel due to the fact it had a roof top bar and pool only to find out on one particular occasion that it was closed due to a private function and could not use that area from 4:00 that day. Was not impressed
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
GK Central Hotel
Breakfast was good and fresh. Staff is very helpful.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Silverland Ben Thanh
Clean n cosy,good variety of breakfast,friendly n good staff with great smile always,small hiccup was 2nd day fire alarm or lift alarm going off quite abit in the morning,running steps out the room n phone call ringing can be heard from other rooms
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ben Thanh
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.
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.
Phường 6
While visiting Phường 6, you might make a stop by sights like War Remnants Museum and Co.opmart Nguyen Dinh Chieu.
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.
