District 8 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
When you visit Bui Vien Walking Street, a popular shopping spot in Ho Chi Minh City, you can browse for souvenirs. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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.
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.
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.
Vincom Center Shopping Mall
Two buildings packed with some of the finest designer brands in the world make up the city’s largest shopping hub.
Things to do
Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels Full-Day Excursion
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta - VIP Tour
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Top hotels in District 8
Rex Hotel
In the middle of the city with abundant shops in walking distance! Rex hotel is really King!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Windsor Plaza Hotel
I will come back
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
ibis Saigon Airport
Water and coffee/tea complimentary in-room. Smallish room & bathroom but good enough for one night before flight. Quiet. Did not have breakfast or use facilities (rooftop pool & restaurant). Starbucks onsite. Seemingly many food options but didn't try. Good location 5 mins from airport with free ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
The Reverie Saigon
Initially, our room smelled and the AC did not work properly. This was unacceptable and we requested another room. My girlfriend and I expected a 5 star hotel to be inspected prior to guest's arrival. This should be standard procedure especially at a 5 star hotel. Maid service for the room was the ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Hotel is very well maintained. I chose this hotel for an older and more authentic feel. Given that expectation, it did live up to it. Staff was professional and friendly. Housekeeping staff was excellent. Expect the furniture and decor to be dated, but clean. The hotel borders the river, so exploring ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
This is my second time returning to Nikko Saigon Hotel. I really enjoyed the service from the staff. They were very welcoming, cheerful, and enthusiastic. I especially liked the housekeeping staff; their training was very meticulous, paying attention to even the smallest details. I often get my hair ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District 8
District 5
District 5 is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by An Dong Market and Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda while in the area.
District 10
District 10 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saigon South and Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine.
Binh Tan
Binh Tan might not have many top sights, but Aeon Mall Binh Tan and Dam Sen Water Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
District 3
District 3 is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to War Remnants Museum or The Most Holy Redeemer Saigon.
District 4
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in District 4. You might want to make time for a stop at Cho Xom Chieu or Saigon River.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
