Ben Nghe Travel Guide
Ho Chi Minh City





Popular places to visit

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 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.

Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
This stunning theater, with its glistening white architecture and curved lines, makes it easy to forget that you are in Ho Chi Minh City and not in Paris.

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.

Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
Christianity may not be the dominant religion in Vietnam yet this stunning cathedral is considered by many to be Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic landmark.

Ho Chi Minh City Hall
This striking government office is undoubtedly one of the city’s most impressive colonial buildings.
Things to do

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport

Saigon City Tour Half Day - Pick up in Central District 1

Morning Cu Chi Tunnels - Join Small Group By Van

Enchanting Saigon River Night Cruise: Gourmet Dining & Cultural Experience
Top hotels in Ben Nghe

Hotel Grand Saigon
Room is clean but property look a bit tired .Standing shower has not been decorated to the best as the glass door panel below need to be reseal .Have to placed a towel below and air conditioning is not cold .Breakfast is just okay .
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Rex Hotel
Reading some of the negative comments made me wonder if those guests were even staying at the same hotel as I was. The Rex Hotel has been nothing short of exceptional—even before I arrived. If I could, I would give them 10 stars. I missed my flight and couldn’t make it for the first two nights of ...
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Hotel Majestic Saigon
I go to Ho Chi Minh City every year and I've always stayed in this hotel. It has real character to it. The rooms are very comfortable. The staff is very friendly. The rooftop bar is fantastic to have a drink at night time.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
Great.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Caravelle Saigon
Had a great time and luxurious relaxing experience in Ho Chi Minh Very central Very safe
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Breakfast was exceptional and service was even better
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ben Nghe

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.

Bach Dang Riverside
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Bach Dang Riverside. Make a stop by Nguyen Hue Walking Street or Bach Dang Wharf 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 HCMC Museum while you're exploring the area.

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.

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 Benthanh Street Food Market while you're exploring the area.

Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Union Square or Dong Khoi Street while you're exploring the area.
Ben Nghe Travel Guide
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Nguyen Hue Walking Street
- Bitexco Financial Tower
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square
- Takashimaya Vietnam
- Vietnam National Museum of History
- Bach Dang Wharf
- Saigon Skydeck
- Union Square
- Parkson Plaza
- Taka Plaza
- Vincom Center B
- Lucky Plaza

