Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City

Find the best Ho Chi Minh City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

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.

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Vung Tau

Travellers come to Vung Tau for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Front Beach and Vung Tau Lighthouse while you're in town.

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Ben Thanh

While you're in Ben Thanh, take in top sights like Ben Thanh Market and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station to see more of the city.

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Dong Khoi

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Union Square or Vincom Center Shopping Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town.

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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.

Rex Hotel

Rex Hotel

5 out of 5
141 Nguyen Hue Blvd Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$188 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$188
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
Rex Hotel
Hotel Grand Saigon

Hotel Grand Saigon

5 out of 5
No. 8 Dong Khoi Street Ho Chi Minh City
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$217 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$217
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay. The front desk personnel were all"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Hotel Grand Saigon
G8 Diamond Hotel Saigon

G8 Diamond Hotel Saigon

4 out of 5
3A Vo Van Tan Street Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$84 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$84
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Ben Thanh Market and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (64 reviews)
"Nice and helpful staff, good breakfast, quite, bedroom is normal and acceptable."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

G8 Diamond Hotel Saigon
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Sherwood Residence

Sherwood Residence

5 out of 5
127 Pasteur Street, District 3 Ho Chi Minh City
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,731 reviews)
"Sherwood Residence is in an excellent location. Easy walking to many attractions including Turtle Lake Benh Ten markets War Museum Cathedral Opera House and more. Staff are all friendly, helpful and accommodating. Facilities including pool table tennis gym are great for children. My only complaint ..."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Sherwood Residence
Saigon Sirius

Saigon Sirius

4 out of 5
151 Ben Van Don, District 4 Ho Chi Minh City
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,081 reviews)
"Goos Place and good sevice room."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Saigon Sirius
Oakwood Residence Saigon

Oakwood Residence Saigon

4 out of 5
1056A Nguyen Van Linh, Tan Phong Ward Ho Chi Minh City
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Ho Chi Minh Municipality. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (475 reviews)
"Everything was excellent and the service was impeccable. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Oakwood Residence Saigon
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Stay near popular Ho Chi Minh City attractions

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Ben Thanh Market

7.8/10 (6,130 reviews)
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.
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Activities

HCMC: Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels – Original | Small Group

HCM City: Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels: Less Crowded Small Group

AU$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HCM City: Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels: Less Crowded Small Group
Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour

Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City

AU$20
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Tan Son Nhat Airport - Ho Chi Minh City - Fast Track Service

Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport

AU$50
per traveller
74% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
Mekong Delta Tour with Sampan and Coconut Village Visit

Mekong Delta Tour with Sampan and Coconut Village Visit

AU$24
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mekong Delta Tour with Sampan and Coconut Village Visit
6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack

6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack

AU$28
per adult
6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket

Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket

AU$14
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket
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