Southern Vietnam

Travel Guide

Vietnam showing a sunset, landscape views and a city
Vung Tau which includes boating and a sandy beach
Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden showing a park
Vietnam featuring a bay or harbor and a pond
Saigon River which includes skyline, a lake or waterhole and a city

Where to stay in Southern Vietnam

Guerrero

District 1

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Central urban district and financial hub, bustling with luxury shopping centers and historical sites like Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica and Saigon Opera House. Explore Bùi Viện and Nguyễn Huệ districts for various amenities.

District 1
Ben Thanh Market featuring street scenes, markets and shopping

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

4/5(706 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
War Remnants Museum showing interior views

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 3
Saigon Central Post Office featuring interior views and heritage architecture

Dong Khoi

4.5/5(455 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Dong Khoi. Make a stop by Union Square or Dong Khoi Street while you're exploring the area.

Dong Khoi
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District 7

Home to Phú Mỹ Hưng New City, District 7 boasts urban vibes and educational institutions like RMIT University Vietnam and Tôn Đức Thắng University. Easily access Thủ Đức via the Phú Mỹ Bridge.

District 7
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District 5

Discover the vibrant Chinese community in District 5, where you can explore Cholon (Chinatown) and the historic Hải Thượng Lãn Ông quarter, known for its Chinese and Vietnamese herbs. Shop at Kim Biên and An Đông markets for unique finds.

District 5
Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc

Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc

5 out of 5
Bai Dai, Gach Dau, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang
The price is NT$4,627 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
NT$4,627
NT$5,247 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Phu Quoc. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (794 reviews)
"Staffs are friendly"

Reviewed on 2025/7/23

Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon

5 out of 5
40 - 42 Phan Boi Chau, Ben Thanh ward,D1, Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
The price is NT$3,217 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
NT$3,217
NT$3,648 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Ben Thanh Market and Bui Vien ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
"The property was very nicely decorated and clean. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The breakfast food was very gooad and there was a new variety of choices everyday. The roof top bar was under slight construction but was very nice. I have stayed at fine hotels all over the world ..."

Reviewed on 2025/7/23

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
New World Saigon Hotel

New World Saigon Hotel

5 out of 5
76 Le Lai Street, District 1, Ben Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is NT$4,603 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
NT$4,603
NT$5,270 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"the bed was very hard and uncomfortable to sleep"

Reviewed on 2025/7/25

New World Saigon Hotel
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Sherwood Residence

Sherwood Residence

5 out of 5
127 Pasteur Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,349 reviews)
"We stayed two nights here with our kids, who loved the games facilities, including foosball, table tennis, a pool table, and PlayStation. We also enjoyed a short swim in the beautiful pool, cut short by the chilly water temperature despite it being over 30 degrees outside every day. The lobby is ..."

Reviewed on 2025/7/26

Sherwood Residence
Saigon Sirius

Saigon Sirius

4 out of 5
151 Ben Van Don, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (854 reviews)
"Very friendly staff as well as clean property. Would definitely recommend this place for tourists!"

Reviewed on 2025/7/22

Saigon Sirius
Sailing Club Signature Resort Phu Quoc

Sailing Club Signature Resort Phu Quoc

3.5 out of 5
Group 6, Duong Bao Hamlet, Duong To Commune, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang
Stay at this 3.5-star spa villa in Phu Quoc. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Phu Quoc Beach and Sao Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
"If you are looking for private villa accommodation in Phu Quoc, Sailing Club Signature Resort is perfect. The villa's are modern, well designed, very comfortable and private yet you still have all the resort facilities available to use"

Reviewed on 2025/4/25

Sailing Club Signature Resort Phu Quoc
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Popular places to visit

The "hat" as we called it, is a symbol into the walking street of Saigon. A busting stretch of food carts, stores, restaurants, and bars, it does appear to be the touristy part of the city

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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Bui Vien Walking Street
Ben Thanh Market showing markets and shopping

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.

Ben Thanh Market
Dong Khoi Street featuring night scenes and heritage architecture

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.

Dong Khoi Street
All this for£8

Phu Quoc Night Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Phu Quoc Night Market during your trip to Duong Dong. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Phu Quoc Night Market
Pham Ngu Lao Street which includes night scenes, shopping and street scenes

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.

Pham Ngu Lao Street
Saigon Square

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 Square

Cities near Southern Vietnam

Opera House featuring street scenes, theater scenes and night scenes

Ho Chi Minh City

Photo by Nguyen Thi Dieu

Can Tho

Chau Doc

Chau Doc

Long Hai Beach which includes tropical scenes and landscape views

Vung Tau