Cholon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cholon
Cholon
Cholon
Cholon
Cholon

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

Quan Am Pagoda

Quan Am Pagoda

You can learn about the history of Ho Chi Minh City with a trip to Quan Am Pagoda. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this vibrant area.

Quan Am Pagoda

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

Cho Lon Mosque

Cho Lon Mosque is just one of the places to see in Ho Chi Minh City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and lively bars 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

Ha Chuong Hoi Quan Pagoda

You can learn about the history of Ho Chi Minh City with a stop at Ha Chuong Hoi Quan Pagoda. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this vibrant area.

Ha Chuong 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

Activities

Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike

Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike
Tan Son Nhat Airport - Ho Chi Minh City - Fast Track Service

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

AU$46
per traveller
76% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour

Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 11 people) with Private Option

AU$25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 11 people) with Private Option
Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour

Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City

AU$19
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Ho Chi Minh City Saigon Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$29
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Super Niche Walking Street Food Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

Super Niche Walking Street Food Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Super Niche Walking Street Food Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
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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
The price is AU$142 per night from 8 June to 9 June
AU$142
8 June - 9 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Ben Thanh Market and Bui Vien Walking ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (494 reviews)
"This is a gem of a place! We did not realize when we booked this hotel that is so central to everything. We could walk most places and there are wonderful restaurants and shopping nearby. The best part though was the staff! Everyone was so kind and helpful! I cant say enough good words to describe ..."

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Fusion Original Saigon Centre

Fusion Original Saigon Centre

5 out of 5
65 Le Loi, Ward Ben Nghe, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$234 per night from 4 June to 5 June
AU$234
4 June - 5 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (774 reviews)
"Amazing property. Room was 10+, location outstanding, and staff spectacular"

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Fusion Original Saigon Centre
Hotel Majestic Saigon

Hotel Majestic Saigon

5 out of 5
01 Dong Khoi, Sai Gon Ward Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$162 per night from 8 June to 9 June
AU$162
8 June - 9 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,130 reviews)
"I thought the Sky bar was good entertainment good, However what upset me was I asked for my bill to be charged to the room 1 night,And was told I was unable too. But it was ok to do that a couple of nights before. I paid every bill cash in hotel. When I didn’t want to go to my room to my safe to ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Hotel Majestic Saigon
Park Hyatt Saigon

Park Hyatt Saigon

5 out of 5
2 Lam Son Square Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$401 per night from 6 June to 7 June
AU$401
6 June - 7 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (495 reviews)
"i travel often, i can honestly say this hotel is very elite in terms of delivering customer service in a luxurious environment. they call me by my name, know my coffee order, etc. tremendous customer service attention. one of the best hotels in all of Asia!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Park Hyatt Saigon
Rex Hotel

Rex Hotel

5 out of 5
141 Nguyen Hue Blvd Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$161 per night from 4 June to 5 June
AU$161
4 June - 5 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"It was very pleasant, always enjoy staying here"

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Rex Hotel
ibis Saigon Airport

ibis Saigon Airport

4 out of 5
2 Hong Ha Street, Ward 2 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$70 per night from 25 June to 26 June
AU$70
25 June - 26 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,436 reviews)
"Great Hotel, but the room was a little too small. Shuttle service from the Airport was provided even at 2:00 AM, which was great!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2026

ibis Saigon Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Cholon

Panoramic of Ho chi minh city or Saigon city at twilight in Vietnam.

District 5

District 5 is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by An Dong Market and Ha Chuong Hoi Quan Pagoda while in the area.

District 5
District 10

District 10

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

District 10
Top view aerial of Mai Chi Tho road, Thu Thiem peninsula and center Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam with development buildings, transportation, energy power infrastructure. View from District 2

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 Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theatre.

District 3
Ben Thanh

Ben Thanh

If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Galaxy Nguyen Du are top sights worth seeing.

Ben Thanh
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

4/5(261 area reviews)

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 Dong Khoi Street, and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station or Opera House Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
Nguyen Thai Binh

Nguyen Thai Binh

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

While you're in Nguyen Thai Binh, take in top sights like Pham Ngu Lao Street and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.

Nguyen Thai Binh

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