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.
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.
Tao Dan Park
One of the most popular parks in Ho Chi Minh City, with plenty of activities, trees, flowers and beautiful landscaping.
Temple of Mariamman
You can learn about the history of Ho Chi Minh City when you stop by Temple of Mariamman. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Activities
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Mekong Delta Small-Group Tour or Private Tour
Cu Chi Tunnels Non-touristy Ben Duoc Group Tour or Private Tour
Ho Chi Minh City Motorbike Tour with Student | Saigon Adventure
Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Ben Thanh
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.
District 1
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of District 1. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.
Nguyen Thai Binh
If you're spending some time in Nguyen Thai Binh, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and Pham Ngu Lao Street are top sights worth seeing.
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.
- Ben Thanh Market
- Saigon Square
- Independence Palace
- Benthanh Street Food Market
- Tao Dan Park
- Zen Plaza
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Vincom Landmark 81
- War Remnants Museum
- Vinhomes Central Park
- Dam Sen Water Park
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Saigon River
- Aeon Mall Binh Tan
- Bitexco Financial Tower
- Vietnam National Museum of History