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
Very friendly and professional staff.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
V clean, v friendly, v efficient
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
The customer service was not very good.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
The Reverie Saigon
Beautiful hotel and staffs were politeness, friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
very excellent service and good fresh fruit juice all day morning. Staff are kind and polite. Highly recomended to rebook next time. Good location with a hugh shopping market around the area. Also, at the entrance of the MTR terminal.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Best and cleanest hotel I’ve stayed at in Vietnam. Staff were courteous and clear. Room was great and the breakfast buffet was amazing.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Other neighborhoods around District 12
Go Vap
Well-liked for its restaurants and parks, Go Vap is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Tan Son Nhat Market and Cong Vien Van Hoa Park, and jump on the metro at Ga Tau Go Vap Station to get around the city.
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 Jade Emperor Pagoda 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.
