District 1 Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A street food vendor grilling food on a street at night.
A narrow street lined with various shops and motorcycles parked along the sides.
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A wall with graffiti, a motorcycle, and a metal gate.
A variety of colorful beaded necklaces.

Stay near popular District 1 attractions

A building with the sign "CUA-TAY" above the entrance.

Ben Thanh Market

7.8/10 (6,130 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour

Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City

NZ$24
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Ho Chi Minh City Saigon Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$36
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket

Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket

NZ$17
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket
Saigon Vibes is the only company offering Papaya Salad since 2018

Top Notch Street Food Motorbike Tour In Ho Chi Minh City

NZ$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top Notch Street Food Motorbike Tour In Ho Chi Minh City
Tan Son Nhat Airport - Ho Chi Minh City - Fast Track Service

Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport

NZ$61
per traveller
76% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
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1 Hour Saigon River Tour in Ho Chi Minh

NZ$17
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
1 Hour Saigon River Tour in Ho Chi Minh
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Our pick of the best District 1 Hotel Deals

Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh

Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh

4 out of 5
7 Ngo Van Nam Street, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NZ$99 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$99
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was very good as always"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh
The Reverie Saigon - The Leading Hotels of the World

The Reverie Saigon - The Leading Hotels of the World

5 out of 5
22 - 36 Nguyen Hue Boulevard Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NZ$384 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$384
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,015 reviews)
"Second time of staying whilst in HCMC, didnt dissappoint. I was welcomed back (nice touch) given a higher floor (appreciated) and enjoyed the various facilities which, as always enjoyed the gym (good technogym) and spotless. Staff were lovely, helpful, and gave me the impression they love their jobs ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

The Reverie Saigon - The Leading Hotels of the World
Rex Hotel

Rex Hotel

5 out of 5
141 Nguyen Hue Blvd Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NZ$213 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$213
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Rex Hotel
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

5 out of 5
40 - 42 Phan Boi Chau, Ben Thanh ward,D1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NZ$193 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$193
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Ben Thanh Market and Saigon Square ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (591 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Caravelle Saigon

Caravelle Saigon

5 out of 5
19 - 23 Lam Son Square, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NZ$259 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$259
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,029 reviews)
"It was pretty good and nice view of the city. Great customer service and good food. Room looked big and clean but sheet smelt dirty. Also room was a bit stuffy"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Caravelle Saigon
Hotel Nikko Saigon

Hotel Nikko Saigon

5 out of 5
235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NZ$229 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$229
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Hotel Nikko Saigon
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Our guide on where to stay in District 1

Find the best District 1 areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large brick church with arched windows and a prominent clock tower.
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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 Benthanh Street Food Market, and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station or Opera House Station to see more of the city.

A pink church with a clock tower and arched windows.

District 3

District 3 is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to War Remnants Museum or The Most Holy Redeemer Saigon.

A spacious, ornate interior with a high, arched ceiling and green and yellow accents.

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.

A night-time view of a building with a clock tower and the inscription "CHÔNG BÌN THÀNH" at its entrance.

Ben Thanh

If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.

Traditional architecture with ornate roofs, a stone monument, and lush greenery.

Little Japan

Take time in Little Japan to visit attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Opera House Station to see more of the city.

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