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
Room is good, but some staff (manager?) not good.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Staff was very gracious and helpful. Room was very spacious and clean. Daily buffet breakfast was excellent!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
Excellent service. I have came back 4 times already.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Very clean and tidy room. Housekeeping is very efficient. Excellent breakfast and a nice rooftop bar and a plunge pool overlooking the city. By far the best thing about the hotel is the wonderful staff who are always very friendly, attentive and helpful. The location is very central for exploring ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Staff were very friendly and accommodating, but I wouldn’t stay here again due to the fact my room smelled like cigarettes. With me having asthma it wasn’t good. House keeping came and sprayed air freshener (very strong) which was worst cause that can trigger asthma. The floor in the room was dirty, ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Pest control should be done before guest arrives in the room. Ours was done 30 minutes arrival in our room. Made us think the hotel was bug infested. Anyways, I didn’t see any bugs, but again do it before guests arrive.
Reviewed on 17 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.
