District 12
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 find the perfect gifts to bring home. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Saigon Square
During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
Whether you want to see exotic animals or enjoy a stroll through colorful gardens, this park transports you from the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City.
Dong Khoi Street
One of two major commercial centers in Ho Chi Minh City, this street has high-end shops, cafés and restaurants as well as some of the city’s finest architecture.
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.
Things to do
Saigon After Dark Jeep Tour: Night Street Food & Live Music Adventure
Saigon: City Highlights and Saigon Unseen Scooter Combo Tour
From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels and VIP Speedboat Tour
Bitexco Financial Tower: Saigon Sky Deck - Fast Track Ticket
Ho Chi Minh: Water Puppet Show Ticket
Ho Chi Minh City: Vung Tau Beach Full-Day Trip with Lunch
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Other neighborhoods around District 12
Go Vap
Well-liked for its restaurants and parks, Go Vap is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Tan Son Nhat Market and Gia Dinh Park, and jump on the metro at Ga Tau Go Vap Station to get around the city.
Binh Thanh
Binh Thanh is noteworthy for its river views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Vincom Landmark 81 and Vinhomes Central Park.
Tan Binh
Tan Binh is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Hoang Van Thu Park and Gia Dinh Park while in the area.
Phu Nhuan
Phu Nhuan is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Gia Dinh Park, a top place to visit in the area.
Thao Dien
Unique features of Thao Dien include the river views and spas. Make a stop by Saigon River or Vincom Mega Mall while you're exploring the area.
District 3
Travelers come to District 3 for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like War Remnants Museum and Tao Dan Park while you're in town.
- Quang Trung Software City
- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Dong Khoi Street
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Dam Sen Water Park
- War Remnants Museum
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Independence Palace
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Saigon River
- Vietnam National Museum of History
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square
- The Cresent Mall
- Tân Bình Exhibition and Convention Center
- Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
- Tao Dan Park