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

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

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

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 top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Thien Hau Pagoda

Activities

Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Duoc Small-Group Tour or Private Tour

Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Duoc Small-Group Tour or Private Tour

AU$31
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Duoc Small-Group Tour or Private Tour
Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour

Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour

AU$29
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour
Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks

Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks
Vietnam: Tan Son Nhat

Vietnam: Tan Son Nhat (SGN) International Airport Fast Track Service

AU$46
per adult
Vietnam: Tan Son Nhat (SGN) International Airport Fast Track Service
HCMC: Cu Chi Less-Crowded Ben Duoc Tunnels Half-Day Tour

HCMC: Cu Chi Less-Crowded Ben Duoc Tunnels Half-Day Tour

AU$45
per adult
HCMC: Cu Chi Less-Crowded Ben Duoc Tunnels Half-Day Tour
Ho Chi Minh City: Panoramic City Bus Tour

Ho Chi Minh City: Panoramic City Bus Tour

AU$11
per adult
Ho Chi Minh City: Panoramic City Bus Tour
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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$178 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
AU$178
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (239 reviews)
Great location, friendly staff, good breakfast, modern. A little cosy overall but this is expected given the location

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
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$254 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$254
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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! (1,508 reviews)
The staff are all amazing. Service is great

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Hotel Nikko Saigon
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$235 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$235
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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)
Over ok

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

New World Saigon Hotel
Hotel Grand Saigon

Hotel Grand Saigon

5 out of 5
8 Dong Khoi Street, District 1 Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$175 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
AU$175
10 Dec - 11 Dec
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! (1,020 reviews)
Nice hotel close to all the attractions and in the centre

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Hotel Grand Saigon
Hotel Majestic Saigon

Hotel Majestic Saigon

5 out of 5
01 Dong Khoi, Sai Gon Ward Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$186 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$186
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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! (1,019 reviews)
I go to Ho Chi Minh City every year and I've always stayed in this hotel. It has real character to it. The rooms are very comfortable. The staff is very friendly. The rooftop bar is fantastic to have a drink at night time.

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Hotel Majestic 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$349 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$349
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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! (692 reviews)
Great hotel

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
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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 Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda 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 Ho Thi Ky Flower Market 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 Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theatre.

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 Benthanh Street Food Market while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

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