Ben Thanh Travel Guide
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.
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.
Independence Palace
Get an appreciation for the years of conflict and unrest that plagued Vietnam during the 20th century at this fascinating palace.
Tao Dan Park
Relax in one of Ho Chi Minh’s best city parks where there’s a children’s playground, plenty of open space and beautiful manicured gardens.
Benthanh Street Food Market
During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can do some window-shopping at Benthanh Street Food Market. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Temple of Mariamman
You can learn about the history of Ho Chi Minh City when you stop by Temple of Mariamman. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Mekong Delta Small-Group Tour or Private Tour
Cu Chi Tunnels Non-touristy Ben Duoc Group Tour or Private Tour
Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour
Ho Chi Minh City Motorbike Tour with Student | Saigon Adventure
Private Photography Tour & Ho Chi Minh City Exploration By Local
Mekong Delta Small-Group Tour from Ho Chi Minh City
Top hotels in Ben Thanh
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Other neighbourhoods around Ben Thanh
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 1
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of District 1. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.
Nguyen Thai Binh
If you're spending some time in Nguyen Thai Binh, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and Pham Ngu Lao Street are top sights worth seeing.
Nguyen Hue Walking Street
Nguyen Hue Walking Street is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nguyen Hue Walking Street and Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square while in the area.
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Dong Khoi Street or Vincom Center Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.
Little Japan
Travellers come to Little Japan for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House while you're in town.
- Ben Thanh Market
- Saigon Square
- Tao Dan Park
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- War Remnants Museum
- Dam Sen Water Park
- Vinhomes Central Park
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall
- Saigon River
- Saigon Central Post Office
- An Dong Market
- Takashimaya Vietnam
- Nguyen Hue Walking Street
- Bitexco Financial Tower
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square
- Vietnam National Museum of History