Da Kao Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Jade Emperor Pagoda
This impressive temple of worship features spectacularly carved woodwork, figurines and spiritual art.
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 search for that perfect souvenir at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Dong Khoi Street
This character-filled street’s many transformations sum up Ho Chi Minh City’s history, which is pretty impressive.
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.
Saigon Square
During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
HCMC: Cu Chi Less-Crowded Ben Duoc Tunnels Half-Day Tour
Vietnam: Tan Son Nhat (SGN) International Airport Fast Track Service
Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network
Our pick of the best Da Kao Hotel Deals
Wink Hotel Saigon Centre - 24hrs Stay
Friendly staff. Amazing and best breakfast for a local hotel in Vietnam. Small room but perfect for a solo traveller. Good location - get a taxi or bike from Grab or BE app to go anywhere easily. Will stay again. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
NTA Hotel - Serviced Apartments
We booked a room for three weeks and enjoyed our stay. Room itself very comfortable, plenty of storage space, updated bathroom and kitchenette. Also extremely affordable, so kept the room while we made a few side trips. Location is across from a park but in the middle of everything. We used Grab ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Good service and staffs are all friendly!
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Hotel Grand Saigon
Yes
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Rex Hotel
Good location!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
New World Saigon Hotel
Breakfast was ok could with more variety
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Da Kao
Ben Nghe
If you're spending some time in Ben Nghe, Saigon Japan Town and Vincom Center Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Dong Khoi
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Dong Khoi Street or Vincom Center Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.
Little Japan
Travellers come to Little Japan for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House while you're in town.
District 1
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about District 1. Check out Ben Thanh Market or HCMC Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ben Thanh Station to get around town.
Nguyen Hue Walking Street
Nguyen Hue Walking Street is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nguyen Hue Walking Street and Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square while in the area.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.
