Da Kao Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City
Popular places to visit
Jade Emperor Pagoda
This structure offers some of the most impressive woodcarvings, figurines and art in all of Vietnam.
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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
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.
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 browse for the perfect souvenirs at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Ho Chi Minh: Water Puppet Show Ticket
Saigon City Tour Half Day - Pick up in Central District 1
Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine
Top hotels in Da Kao
Wink Hotel Saigon Centre - 24hrs Stay
Friendly staff. Amazing and best breakfast for a local hotel in Vietnam. Small room but perfect for a solo traveller. Good location - get a taxi or bike from Grab or BE app to go anywhere easily. Will stay again. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
NTA Hotel - Serviced Apartments
We booked a room for three weeks and enjoyed our stay. Room itself very comfortable, plenty of storage space, updated bathroom and kitchenette. Also extremely affordable, so kept the room while we made a few side trips. Location is across from a park but in the middle of everything. We used Grab ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Grand Hotel Du Lac is an amazing place to stay and very convenient. They really go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. I highly recommend staying here. The staff were amazing and incredibly helpful. Kati Ng is specially helpful and always goes out of her way to help us out booking our ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hotel Grand Saigon
Fantastic location and very clean rooms. Rooftop bar is great for views. Excellent breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
New World Saigon Hotel
Our room was very clean and comfortable. The staff are fantastic and very helpful. I loved the food and the hotel is in a great location. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Da Kao
Ben Nghe
If you're spending some time in Ben Nghe, Saigon Japan Town and Vincom Center Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
District 1
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about District 1. Check out Ben Thanh Market or HCMC Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ben Thanh Station to get around town.
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.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
