District 9 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
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Dong Khoi Street
This character-filled street’s many transformations sum up Ho Chi Minh City’s history, which is pretty impressive.
Landmark 81
You can enjoy retail therapy at Landmark 81 during your visit to Ho Chi Minh City. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Saigon River
See bustling Ho Chi Minh City and the peaceful countryside from the river for a different perspective on Vietnam.
Activities
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 12 people) with Private Option
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Ho Chi Minh Historical Guided Walking Tour – 2 Hours
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Our pick of the best District 9 Hotel Deals
Rex Hotel
A lovely spacious and confortable room. Staff were very friendly. I got an early checkin.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Clean room, friendly staff, location
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
The hotel was nice, the breakfast had numerous mediocre choices and the roof top restaurant was forgettable.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
We were originally scheduled in another hotel for four nights and cut this day short to move to a nicer hotel. We chose the Grand Du Lac hotel and could not have been happier with that choice. The location is excellent being right across the street from the Ben Thanh market. Several must do attractions ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
New World Saigon Hotel
Clean room, friendly staff and good amenities
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Great hotel, Great Service, Nice room, awasom breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District 9
District 2
Noted for its river views and spas, there's plenty to explore in District 2. Top attractions like Saigon River and Snow Town Saigon are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at An Phu Station or Rach Chiec Station to see more of the city.
Thao Dien
Noted for its river views and spas, there's plenty to explore in Thao Dien. Top attractions like Saigon River and Vincom Mega Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Thao Dien Station or An Phu Station to see more of the city.
Thu Thiem
Check out the shopping during your time in Thu Thiem. Hop around the Ho Chi Minh City area on the metro at Thao Dien Station to see top sights like Saigon River and Metro Supermarket.
Binh Thanh
Binh Thanh is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Van Thanh Park Station or Tan Cang Station to explore sights like Landmark 81.
Little Japan
Take time in Little Japan to visit attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Opera House Station to see more of the city.
District 7
District 7 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saigon Paragon Mall and The Cresent Mall.
