District 1 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.
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 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 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.
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
Whether you want to see exotic animals or enjoy a stroll through colorful gardens, this park transports you from the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Skydeck General Admission Ticket
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Top hotels in District 1
Rex Hotel
Great location. Spacious room. Wonderful local breakfast buffet. Courteous staff. Very happy with our stay (3 nights in March 2026, family of 3)
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Stunning reception areas. Room a little dated but ver comfortable. Thick/hot duvet on bed. Noisy a/c. Only small hand shower over bath. Noisy location. I ordered room service breakfast. Fruit excellent but poor poached eggs on un toasted soft white bread.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
The Reverie Saigon
The most amazing hotel ever an absolute masterpiece ,no detail missed! This is a granite and mosaic masterpiece! Located in the heart of everything.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Good hotel to stay.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
New World Saigon Hotel
Great hotel in great location
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Icon Saigon is my favourite hotel in this city and is always my first choice to check when I need to travel to Saigon. The staff at all functions are all very professional, friendly and service minded. Always a warm welcome when I arrive, Further the location is super with short distance to Nguyen ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District 1
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Vincom Center Shopping Mall or Dong Khoi Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House 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.
Little Japan
Take time in Little Japan to visit attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Opera House Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Check out top attractions like Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market, and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station or Opera House Station to see more of the city.
Ben Nghe
If you're spending time in Ben Nghe, check out sights like Saigon Japan Town or Vincom Center Shopping Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Opera House Station or Ba Son Station.
Nguyen Thai Binh
While you're in Nguyen Thai Binh, take in top sights like Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.
