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.
Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
This stunning theater, with its glistening white architecture and curved lines, makes it easy to forget that you are in Ho Chi Minh City and not in Paris.
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
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.
Ben Nghe
If you're spending some time in Ben Nghe, Saigon Japan Town and Vincom Center Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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- Ben Thanh Market
- Bui Vien Walking Street
- Saigon Square
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Dong Khoi Street
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- War Remnants Museum
- Dam Sen Water Park
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Independence Palace
- Vinhomes Central Park
- Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center
- Medical University Hospital
- Takashimaya Vietnam
- Vincom Landmark 81
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall
- An Dong Market
- Nguyen Hue Walking Street
- Saigon River
- Cu Chi Tunnels
- 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
- Benthanh Street Food Market
- Tao Dan Park
- Gia Dinh Park