Southern Vietnam
Travel Guide
Visit Southern Vietnam
Where to stay in Southern Vietnam
District 1
Central urban district and financial hub, bustling with luxury shopping centers and historical sites like Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica and Saigon Opera House. Explore Bùi Viện and Nguyễn Huệ districts for various amenities.
District 3
Bustling heart of Ho Chi Minh City, District 3 boasts French-style villas, Xá Lợi Pagoda, and Vĩnh Nghiêm Pagoda. Easily accessible via Saigon railway station, the largest railway hub in the country.
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 travelers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Union Square 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.
Long Beach
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Long Beach and surrounding area, you can visit Sonasea Phu Quoc Night Market and Sao Beach.
Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc
The room was clean, staff treated everyone like VIP. I enjoyed the free shuttle bus to the main attractions and the complimentary airport shuttle. The free breakfast tastes great. Would like to see more shows and performances at the resort. Activités for families to do.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Park Hyatt Saigon
Superb! Beautiful hotel and service. Thank you!
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
Great and awesome.
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
California Saigon Hotel & Rooftop Pool
very welcoming place, family friendly and very helpful.. heart of Saigon. Middle of everything where you need to go. Thank you Kevin & California Saigon hotel team for the hospitality father/son trip 🙌 🙏 hotel food amazing with a great pool/bar space
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Saigon Sirius
It is a nice room, nice location. Not very tall ceilings and door ways on the 6th floor. 2 of us are 6 foot plus and had to watch our heads a lot.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
Luxury Landmark 81 Urban Riverside
One of the bests in Ho Chi Minh. The unit looks good in the pictures, but it is far better when you see it in person. The hosts are very friendly and approachable. This definitely is a very commendable place to stay in!
Reviewed on Jan 20, 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 enjoy retail therapy at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Ho Tram Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ho Tram Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Phuoc Thuan. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses.
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 enjoy retail therapy at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 12 people) with Private Option
Discover Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Full-Day
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine
- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Ho Tram Beach
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Dong Khoi Street
- Phu Quoc Night Market
- Phu Quoc Beach
- Saigon Square
- Sao Beach
- VinWonders Phu Quoc
- Landmark 81
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Corona Casino
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Back Beach
- Ong Lang Beach
- Long Hai Beach
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Shophouse Grand World
- Vinhomes Central Park
- War Remnants Museum
- Vinpearl Safari
- Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park
- Phu Quoc National Park
- Independence Palace
- Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Sunset Town Beach
- Starfish Beach
- Vinpearl Golf Phu Quoc
- An Thoi Cable Car Station
- An Dong Market
