Cholon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cholon featuring a temple or place of worship
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

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

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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 top-notch restaurants 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

Cholon Mosque

After visiting Cholon Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.

Cholon Mosque

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 charming cafes in this vibrant area.

Cho Lon 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

Thien Hau Pagoda

Learn about the local history of Ho Chi Minh City when you take a trip to Thien Hau Pagoda. Visit the shops and cosy cafes in this vibrant area.

Thien Hau Pagoda

Activities

Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour

Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 12 people) with Private Option

AU$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 12 people) with Private Option
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine

Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine

AU$81
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

AU$37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Small-Group Day Tour

Explore Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Full-Day

AU$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Explore Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Full-Day
Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour

Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City

AU$69
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network

Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network

AU$35
per adult
Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network
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Our pick of the best Cholon Hotel Deals

Hotel Grand Saigon

Hotel Grand Saigon

5 out of 5
8 Dong Khoi Street, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$197 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
AU$197
24 Jan - 25 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
My stay was really nice. The staff were helpful and courteous. This hotel located in an excellent location. It’s walking distance to everything. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Hotel Grand Saigon
Rex Hotel

Rex Hotel

5 out of 5
141 Nguyen Hue Blvd Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$175 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$175
2 Feb - 3 Feb
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Top notch hotel, great area to be in, best breakfast ever!

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Rex Hotel
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$194 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
AU$194
18 Jan - 19 Jan
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 Saigon Square ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (298 reviews)
The hotel is extremely clean, well maintained, quiet and comfortable - while being at the centre of district 1. But the highlight are the staff that make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive - whether that’s by greeting in front of the hotel and helping with luggage or taking care to show ...

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel

5 out of 5
88 Dong Khoi Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$311 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
AU$311
13 Feb - 14 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (722 reviews)
Location

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
New World Saigon Hotel

New World Saigon Hotel

5 out of 5
76 Le Lai Street, Ben Thanh Ward Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$220 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
AU$220
17 Jan - 18 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Every thing is is great

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

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$231 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$231
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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 breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,538 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Hotel Nikko Saigon
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Other neighbourhoods around Cholon

Ornate lanterns in Vietnamese shop

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.

District 5
Amazing trafic

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.

District 10
Saigon

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
Tran Nguyen Han- Memorial at Cho Ben Thanh in Saigon, Vietnam.; Shutterstock ID 167849279

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
Ben Thanh Market featuring night scenes, street scenes and shopping

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

4/5(259 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 Benthanh Street Food Market, and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station or Opera House Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
HCM City from the hotel #OrbitzTravel

Nguyen Thai Binh

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Nguyen Thai Binh

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