Cholon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cholon featuring a temple or place of worship
Cholon showing food, shopping and markets
Cholon which includes a park and a fountain
Cholon showing markets and shopping
Cholon showing a temple or place of worship

If you think Ho Chi Minh City’s central District 1 is hectic, then wait until you reach the maze-like streets of District 5 of Cholon (Chinatown).

Once a separate city, Cholon is now Ho Chi Minh City’s bustling Chinatown, complete with pagodas, Peking duck and cheap merchandise. Having overcome persecution and wars, Cholon is a symbol of the resilience of the Hoa ethnic group in Vietnam. The sprawling Binh Tay market is a sensory overload, but follow your nose to the hawker stalls and you’ll be just fine. Don’t fancy “1000-year-old” egg? Try sizzlingnoodles from a wok instead.

Popular places to visit

Cholon which includes signage and shopping as well as a large group of people

Binh Tay Market

During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Binh Tay Market. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.

Binh Tay Market

Cholon Mosque

You can find out about the history of Ho Chi Minh City when you stop by Cholon Mosque. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this vibrant area.

Cholon Mosque

Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda

Learn about the local history of Ho Chi Minh City when you spend time at Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this vibrant area.

Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda

The Garden Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Garden Mall during your visit to Ho Chi Minh City. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The Garden Mall

Cho Lon Mosque

Learn about the local history of Ho Chi Minh City with a stop at Cho Lon Mosque. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this vibrant area.

Cho Lon Mosque

University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City

If University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Ho Chi Minh City.

University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City

Activities

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour

AU$153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour
Saigon Chinatown Adventure

Saigon Chinatown Adventure (Private Car & All-Inclusive)

AU$185
per adult
Saigon Chinatown Adventure (Private Car & All-Inclusive)
Half-day Cyclo Journey Through Chinatown

Half-day Cyclo Journey Through Chinatown

AU$73
per adult
Half-day Cyclo Journey Through Chinatown
Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet

Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet

AU$86
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet
From Ho Chi Minh To Mui Ne Best Day Trip | Sunset Tour

From Ho Chi Minh To Mui Ne Best Day Trip | Sunset Tour

AU$93
per adult
From Ho Chi Minh To Mui Ne Best Day Trip | Sunset Tour
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
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Our pick of the best Cholon Hotel Deals

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

5 out of 5
40 - 42 Phan Boi Chau, Ben Thanh ward,D1, Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
The price is AU$188 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$188
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Ben Thanh Market and Bui Vien ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
"The property was very nicely decorated and clean. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The breakfast food was very gooad and there was a new variety of choices everyday. The roof top bar was under slight construction but was very nice. I have stayed at fine hotels all over the world ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
New World Saigon Hotel

New World Saigon Hotel

5 out of 5
76 Le Lai Street, District 1, Ben Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$241 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$241
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"the bed was very hard and uncomfortable to sleep"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

New World Saigon Hotel
Hotel Nikko Saigon

Hotel Nikko Saigon

5 out of 5
235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$212 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$212
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,366 reviews)
"Staff are friendly, room is clean, Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Hotel Nikko Saigon
Sherwood Residence

Sherwood Residence

5 out of 5
127 Pasteur Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$146 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$146
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,351 reviews)
"Had a great stay"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Sherwood Residence
Hotel Grand Saigon

Hotel Grand Saigon

5 out of 5
8 Dong Khoi Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$177 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$177
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Nice hotel, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Hotel Grand Saigon
Hotel Majestic Saigon

Hotel Majestic Saigon

5 out of 5
01 Dong Khoi Street District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$152 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$152
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
Nice ambience
"An old hotel with a nice sense of slightly faded grandeur. Staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms are large with everything you need. A lovely pool area, gym and shower room which you can continue to use after checkout which is very helpful for an evening flight."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Hotel Majestic Saigon
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Other neighbourhoods around Cholon

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District 5

District 5 is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by An Dong Market and Hoa Binh Market while in the area.

District 5
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District 10

District 10 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saigon South and Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine.

District 10
War Remnants Museum showing interior views

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 Vinh Nghiem Pagoda.

District 3
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Ben Thanh

If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.

Ben Thanh
Museum of Fine Arts which includes art and interior views

Nguyen Thai Binh

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Nguyen Thai Binh, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and Pham Ngu Lao Street are top sights worth seeing.

Nguyen Thai Binh
Ben Thanh Market featuring night scenes, street scenes and shopping

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

4/5(259 area reviews)

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 Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

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