District 12
Ho Chi Minh City
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
District 12 Hotel Deals
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Extremely friendly staff, comfortable room and great location across from Ben Thanh Market.
Reviewed on 2025/11/23
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Breakfast buffet was excellent.
Reviewed on 2025/11/19
Hotel Grand Saigon
Staff were efficient and very kind. The hotel itself is beautiful, clean and comfortable. The swimming pool area is a great place to relax. The room was very spacious, the bed was enormous! Amenities such as shower gel, shampoo/conditioner all provided. Breakfast buffet was fantastic, so much choice ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/23
Caravelle Saigon
Great hotel
Reviewed on 2025/11/22
Hotel Majestic Saigon
I go to Ho Chi Minh City every year and I've always stayed in this hotel. It has real character to it. The rooms are very comfortable. The staff is very friendly. The rooftop bar is fantastic to have a drink at night time.
Reviewed on 2025/11/25
Park Hyatt Saigon
A nice home abroad!
Reviewed on 2025/11/21
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 Cong Vien Van Hoa 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 Landmark 81 and Vinhomes Central Park.
Tan Binh
Tan Binh is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Pico Plaza and Vietnam People's Air Force Museum while in the area.
Phu Nhuan
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Phu Nhuan and you might want to plan a stop by Tan Son Nhat Market and War Remnants Museum while you're 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
Bustling heart of Ho Chi Minh City, District 3 boasts French-style villas, Xá Lợi Pagoda, and Vĩnh Nghiêm Pagoda. Easily accessible via Saigon railway station, the largest railway hub in the country.
District 12
- Quang Trung Software City
- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Dong Khoi Street
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Saigon Square
- Landmark 81
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- War Remnants Museum
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Vinhomes Central Park
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Independence Palace
- An Dong Market
- Nguyen Hue Walking Street
- Dam Sen Water Park
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square
- Cu Chi Tunnels
- Vietnam National Museum of History
- The Cresent Mall
