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 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
Visitors often come to Little Japan for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Opera House Station.
Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc
The 3BR Villa was nice and spacious but had maintenance issues. The flooring was uneven and creaky, and when we checked in late afternoon/early evening the air conditioning in the master bedroom and main living room were not functional. After maintenance worked on it for an hour the bedroom AC was ...
Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026
Radisson Blu Resort Phu Quoc
Great hotel with the most incredible staff
Reviewed on Mar 4, 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 Mar 5, 2026
Sherwood Residence
Perfect place to stay!
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Somerset Ho Chi Minh City
Great serviced apartments
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Saigon Sirius
This is definitely not a 4 star. I would say more like 2 at most. Communication poor and check in was a terrible process. I would never ever stay or ever recommend to anyone. The apartment was also the absolute bare minimum and not clean.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
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.
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.
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.
Sao Beach
Lie on or under the arched palm trees and rent kayaks to go out on the brilliant blue-green ocean water in this popular bay.
Things to do
Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam: Tan Son Nhat (SGN) International Airport Fast Track Service
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Skydeck General Admission Ticket
- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Phu Quoc Beach
- Dong Khoi Street
- Ho Tram Beach
- Phu Quoc Night Market
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Sao Beach
- Saigon Square
- Saigon River
- VinWonders Phu Quoc
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Corona Casino
- Landmark 81
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Back Beach
- Long Hai Beach
- Ong Lang Beach
- Shophouse Grand World
- Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- War Remnants Museum
- Vinpearl Safari
- Independence Palace
- Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Sunset Town Beach
- Starfish Beach
- Phu Quoc National Park
- Vinhomes Central Park
- An Thoi Cable Car Station
- Dam Sen Water Park