Phường 1 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.
Bui Vien Walking Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Saigon River
Gain a fresh perspective of the city skyline with a boat ride. Venture along the twisting waterways to small villages and an immense set of wartime tunnels.
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.
Activities
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Mekong Delta Guided Tour from Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh Historical Guided Walking Tour – 2 Hours
Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 12 people) with Private Option
Our pick of the best Phường 1 Hotel Deals
Rex Hotel
A lovely spacious and confortable room. Staff were very friendly. I got an early checkin.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Clean room, friendly staff, location
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
attentive staff. easy check-in and check-out. rooms wer spotless and comfortable. breakfast buffet was extensive and fresh, the quality was top notch
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
We were originally scheduled in another hotel for four nights and cut this day short to move to a nicer hotel. We chose the Grand Du Lac hotel and could not have been happier with that choice. The location is excellent being right across the street from the Ben Thanh market. Several must do attractions ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Great hotel, Great Service, Nice room, awasom breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
The hotel is super clean, location is okay
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Phường 1
Phu Nhuan
Visitors to Phu Nhuan appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Tan Son Nhat Market and Jade Emperor Pagoda might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Tan Binh
Tan Binh 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 Vietnam People's Air Force Museum or Parkson CT Plaza.
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.
District 10
District 10 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saigon South and Thong Nhat Stadium.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
