Southern Vietnam Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southern Vietnam
Where to stay in Southern Vietnam
District 1
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in District 1. Check out top attractions like Ben Thanh Market and HCMC Museum, and jump on the metro at Opera House Station or Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc
Zero service, bad food, tired rooms. Looks like hotel is catering to mass tourism package tours from Russia and China and makes no effort to provide any service or train personnel. English is almost non existent, except front desk. Staff untrained, unmotivated and try avoid contacts with guests. ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Resort Phu Quoc
Great hotel with the most incredible staff
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Vinholidays Fiesta Phu Quoc
Front desk staff were exhausted at times due to some of the counterproductive hotel policies which means everyone has to check in twice as they are not allowed to check anyone in before 3pm. They were apologetic and polite but many other customers seemed frustrated and it also meant There was always ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Sherwood Residence
Excellent location for lot of good restaurants nearby, 10 minutes walk to Diamonds mall, Cathedrals, . Minh was very helpful, friendly. If I ever return to Vietnam definitely I would love to stay here again. Thank you for a wonderful service.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Somerset Ho Chi Minh City
Great serviced apartments
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Sherwood Suites
Okay place to stay.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
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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.
Ho Tram Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ho Tram Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Phuoc Thuan. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.
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 River
Gain a fresh perspective of the city skyline with a boat ride. Venture along the twisting waterways to small villages and an immense set of wartime tunnels.
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
- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Ho Tram Beach
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Sao Beach
- Saigon Square
- Saigon River
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Corona Casino
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Long Hai Beach
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Shophouse Grand World
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park
- War Remnants Museum
- Vinpearl Safari
- Vinhomes Central Park
- Dam Sen Water Park
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square
