District 8 Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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
When you visit Bui Vien Walking Street, a popular shopping spot in Ho Chi Minh City, you can browse for souvenirs. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants 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.
Vincom Center Shopping Mall
Two buildings packed with some of the finest designer brands in the world make up the city’s largest shopping hub.
Activities
Ho Chi Minh City Street Food Tour & Sightseeing By Motorbike
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta - VIP Tour
Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 11 people) with Private Option
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Our pick of the best District 8 Hotel Deals
Caravelle Saigon
When we accidentally left some specialty food items behind, the staff were very nice to keep them in cold storage for us until we could arrange to get them. The location in HCMC could not be better, and the food and amenities are excellent. Always our first-choice "go-to" place in Ho Chi Minh ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Pros: Staff are very nice! Special mention to Harvey who assisted us during check in. Nice pool, spa facilities, linens, towels are nice. The facial/massage services were amazing! The cafe restaurant downstairs is also good! Love the live piano every night. Cons: I don’t think this is a 5star hotel ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Rex Hotel
All as expected, great location
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Reverie Saigon
Absolutely beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Great location awesome food. Staff are super professional snd friendly!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Nice view of river and close to tourist streets. The place is pretty worn out but elegant old. Don't let them give you a room with a pillar in front of the window like they tried with me! Staff it quite good for breakfast, tours and currency exchange. I would check around for newer options a if they ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District 8
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 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.
Binh Tan
Binh Tan might not have many top sights, but Aeon Mall Binh Tan and Dam Sen Water Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 4
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in District 4. You might want to make time for a stop at Saigon River or Vinh Khanh Food Street.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Galaxy Nguyen Du are top sights worth seeing.
District 8 Travel Guide
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- Visit Bach Dang Riverside
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- Medical University Hospital
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- The Garden Mall
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