Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A bustling street market at night with people walking and riding motorcycles.
A densely packed urban area with a mix of old and new buildings, including a prominent hotel and a mosque.
A park with a statue, a bench, and lush greenery.
A busy street market at night with people walking and riding motorcycles.
A park with exercise equipment, trees, and people exercising.

Stay near popular Downtown Ho Chi Minh City attractions

An aerial view of a city with a large building with a clock tower, surrounded by roads and vehicles.

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
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
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$55
per traveller
76% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
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$37
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Vung Tau Beach Landmarks Full Day Tour from HCMC Cultural Scenic

Vung Tau Beach Landmarks Full Day Tour from HCMC Cultural Scenic

NZ$101
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vung Tau Beach Landmarks Full Day Tour from HCMC Cultural Scenic
HCMC: Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels – Original | Small Group

HCM City: Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels: Less Crowded Small Group

NZ$34
per adult
HCM City: Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels: Less Crowded Small Group
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Our pick of the best Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Hotel Deals

Rex Hotel

Rex Hotel

5 out of 5
141 Nguyen Hue Blvd Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NZ$214 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
NZ$214
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh Municipality. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"As I already wrote"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Rex Hotel
Fusion Original Saigon Centre

Fusion Original Saigon Centre

5 out of 5
65 Le Loi, Ward Ben Nghe, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NZ$306 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
NZ$306
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh Municipality. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (899 reviews)
"Staff is extremely attentive to my needs"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Fusion Original Saigon Centre
Hotel Grand Saigon

Hotel Grand Saigon

5 out of 5
No. 8 Dong Khoi Street Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NZ$245 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$245
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh Municipality. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
Hotel Grand Saigon
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$214 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$214
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh Municipality. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ben Thanh Market and Saigon ...
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City

Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City

5 out of 5
67 Le Loi Street Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NZ$284 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
NZ$284
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh Municipality. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City
Hotel Majestic Saigon

Hotel Majestic Saigon

5 out of 5
01 Dong Khoi Ho Chi Minh City
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$220 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$220
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh Municipality. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,239 reviews)
"Exceptional staff, awesome location, will stay again"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hotel Majestic Saigon
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Find the best Downtown Ho Chi Minh City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling market with various stalls selling bags, shoes, and other goods.

Ben Thanh

While you're in Ben Thanh, take in top sights like Ben Thanh Market and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.

A large brick church with a tall spire and multiple arched windows.

Dong Khoi

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Union Square or Vincom Center Shopping Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town.

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.

A historic building with ornate architecture and a modern skyscraper in the background.

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.

A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and the sun setting or rising.

Thao Dien

Noted for its river views and spas, there's plenty to explore in Thao Dien. Top attractions like Saigon River and Vincom Mega Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Thao Dien Station or An Phu Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide

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