District 12
Ho Chi Minh City
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 enjoy retail therapy at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Check out 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 enjoy retail therapy at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
District 12 Hotel Deals
Rex Hotel
Staff courteous, room clean, gym in poor state
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Customer service desk
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
Very friendly and helpful staff. The room was clean and comfortable. Great location!
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
The Reverie Saigon
A destination in itself. Nothing could have been better. We thoroughly enjoyed all the opulence this hotel had to offer.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Everything here is truly worth 5 star: very clean, spacious room, great bedding material, room decor, excellent restaurants and very customer oriented staff.
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Staff are helpful and kind
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Other neighborhoods around District 12
Binh Thanh
Binh Thanh is a destination travelers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Van Thanh Park Station or Tan Cang Station to explore sights like Landmark 81.
Tan Binh
Tan Binh is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Vietnam People's Air Force Museum and Parkson CT Plaza while in the area.
Phu Nhuan
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Phu Nhuan and you might want to plan a stop by Tan Son Nhat Market and Saigon South while you're in the area.
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.
District 3
Bustling heart of Ho Chi Minh City, District 3 boasts French-style villas, Xá Lợi Pagoda, and Vĩnh Nghiêm Pagoda. Easily accessible via Saigon railway station, the largest railway hub in the country.
Phường 6
While visiting Phường 6, you might make a stop by sights like War Remnants Museum and Co.opmart Nguyen Dinh Chieu.
