Phuong 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 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.
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
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
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Top hotels in Phuong 1
Rex Hotel
The Rex is an old but well maintained fantastic hotel, yes it is a bit tired but the staff are amazing, the rooms, beds and pillows are excellent, breakfast is great, we have no complaints at all
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
ibis Saigon Airport
This hotel is very close to the airport. The rooms are clean, and the bathrooms have been renovated.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Le Saigon Hotel
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Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Windsor Plaza Hotel
The hotel looks nice outside, but the room is dated especially the bathroom. When I stay at any hotel, the first thing I do is wipe everything that I think I would touch with a Clorox wipe. I then use that same Clorox wipe to wipe the floor. At this hotel the floor was very clean because that wipe ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Staying at Hotel Majestic Saigon felt special from the moment we arrived. The service was excellent, and every detail reflected charm and history. The rooftop restaurant and views were unforgettable. We will definitely return!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
New World Saigon Hotel
Great pool, decent gym and fantastic seafood buffet on the weekend
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Phuong 1
District 4
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in District 4. You might want to make time for a stop at Saigon River or Vinh Khanh Food Street.
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.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
District 10
District 10 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saigon South and Thong Nhat Stadium.
