Southern Vietnam
Travel Guide
Visit Southern Vietnam
Where to stay in Southern Vietnam
District 1
Central urban district and financial hub, bustling with luxury shopping centers and historical sites like Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica and Saigon Opera House. Explore Bùi Viện and Nguyễn Huệ districts for various amenities.
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.
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.
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Union Square or Dong Khoi Street while you're exploring the area.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
Little Japan
Little Japan is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House while in the area.
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Everything was great. From the staff to the room to the breakfast. But really surprised that they do not support Apple Pay.
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Vinholidays Fiesta Phu Quoc
Nice staffs but stayed for theme parks only, too far to everything
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025
Caravelle Saigon
Everything was excellent. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful, the room is clean, the AC is good and the bed is comfy. I had a massage in the SPA and it relaxed and my body. Add to all that the central location of the hotel.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Luxury Landmark 81 Urban Apartment
Room was clean like brand new, beautiful view especially at night. Check in was fast and easy. Definitely will rent again. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
California Saigon Hotel & Rooftop Pool
Dated, but kept tidy. Staff were always friendly and helpful. Good breakfast buffet, varying selection of meats, rice, noodles, fruit and breads. Not high end, but solid. Good variety of pho.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Saigon Sirius
Rooms are in a modern residential block Checking in is unusual but very quick. Apartment was amazing. Big clean modern with soft beds. Definitely recommend
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Popular places to visit
Bui Vien Walking Street
When you visit Bui Vien Walking Street, a popular shopping spot in Ho Chi Minh City, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Phu Quoc Night Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Phu Quoc Night Market during your trip to Duong Dong. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the 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.
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.
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Ben Thanh Market
- Dong Khoi Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Corona Casino
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Long Hai Beach
- Landmark 81
- Sao Beach
- Ong Lang Beach
- War Remnants Museum
- Vinpearl Safari
- Shophouse Grand World
- Vinhomes Central Park
- Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Independence Palace
- Dam Sen Water Park
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Cai Rang Floating Market
- An Dong Market
