Cholon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cholon featuring a temple or place of worship
Cholon showing food, shopping and markets
Cholon which includes a park and a fountain
Cholon showing markets and shopping
Cholon showing a temple or place of worship
If you think Ho Chi Minh City’s central District 1 is hectic, then wait until you reach the maze-like streets of District 5 of Cholon (Chinatown).

Once a separate city, Cholon is now Ho Chi Minh City’s bustling Chinatown, complete with pagodas, Peking duck and cheap merchandise. Having overcome persecution and wars, Cholon is a symbol of the resilience of the Hoa ethnic group in Vietnam. The sprawling Binh Tay market is a sensory overload, but follow your nose to the hawker stalls and you’ll be just fine. Don’t fancy “1000-year-old” egg? Try sizzlingnoodles from a wok instead.

Popular places to visit

Cholon which includes signage and shopping as well as a large group of people

Binh Tay Market

During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Binh Tay Market. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area or seek out the local tours.

Binh Tay Market

Cholon Mosque

You can find out about the history of Ho Chi Minh City when you stop by Cholon Mosque. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Cholon Mosque

Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda

Learn about the local history of Ho Chi Minh City when you spend time at Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda

Cho Lon Mosque

Learn about the local history of Ho Chi Minh City with a stop at Cho Lon Mosque. Visit the shops and lively bars in this vibrant area.

Cho Lon Mosque

University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City

If University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Ho Chi Minh City.

University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City

The Garden Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Garden Mall during your visit to Ho Chi Minh City. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The Garden Mall

Activities

Saigon Chinatown Adventure

Saigon Chinatown Adventure (Private Car & All-Inclusive)

AU$193
per adult
Saigon Chinatown Adventure (Private Car & All-Inclusive)
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour

AU$158
per adult
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour
Half-Day Ho Chi Minh City Chinatown Tour by Cyclo

Half-day Cyclo Journey Through Chinatown

AU$73
per adult
Half-day Cyclo Journey Through Chinatown
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Saigon River dinner cruise in Ho Chi Minh City

Enchanting Saigon River Night Cruise: Gourmet Dining & Cultural Experience

AU$95
per adult
Enchanting Saigon River Night Cruise: Gourmet Dining & Cultural Experience
Picture 8 for Activity Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet

Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet

AU$89
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet
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Our pick of the best Cholon Hotel Deals

Windsor Plaza Hotel
Windsor Plaza Hotel
5 out of 5
18 An Duong Vuong, Ward 9, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
Fully refundable
The price is AU$115 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$115
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Convenient"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Windsor Plaza Hotel
Hotel Grand Saigon
Hotel Grand Saigon
5 out of 5
8 Dong Khoi Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$177 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$177
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"I think I have stayed at this hotel now about 10 times in the last 8 years. For me, it the only place to stay in Saigon. Just perfect in every respect."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Hotel Grand Saigon
Eastin Grand Hotel Saigon
Eastin Grand Hotel Saigon
5 out of 5
253 Nguyen Van Troi Street, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$132 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$132
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (961 reviews)
"Great staff, courteous and helpful. Speak English fluently."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Eastin Grand Hotel Saigon
Caravelle Saigon
Caravelle Saigon
5 out of 5
19 - 23 Lam Son Square, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$208 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Good location, within walking distance to many main tourist sites including the Opera House, the subway station, Ben Thành Market to name a few. The staff was helpful, professional, & courteous. The facilities were nice, underwhelmed breakfasts, room size smaller than expected. I did enjoy the swimming ..."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Caravelle Saigon
Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint
Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint
4 out of 5
59 - 61 Pasteur Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$149 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$149
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"From the time that we walked in the door, we were greeted by beautiful and kind staff. The facilities suited us well from the pool to the rooftop bar. The outside bistro area was a great spot to take a break. Breakfast was absolutely amazing. Location was fantastic for dining, shopping and exploring ..."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint
Au Lac Charner Hotel
Au Lac Charner Hotel
4 out of 5
87-89-91 Ho Tung Mau Street, Ben Nghe Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$117 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$117
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"The stay at his hotel could not have been better. The room was clean and to an exceptional standard, the staff always friendly and attentive. It’s in a really good location in District 1, so lots of tourist sights are easily in walkable distance. Would happily stay here again"

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Au Lac Charner Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Cholon

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District 5

District 5 is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by An Dong Market and Cholon Mosque while in the area.

District 5
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District 10

District 10 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine and Hoa Binh Theater.

District 10
War Remnants Museum which includes interior views

District 3

District 3 is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to War Remnants Museum or Vinh Nghiem Pagoda.

District 3
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Ben Thanh

If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing.

Ben Thanh
Museum of Fine Arts featuring art and interior views

Nguyen Thai Binh

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Nguyen Thai Binh, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts and Pham Ngu Lao Street are top sights worth seeing.

Nguyen Thai Binh
Ben Thanh Market featuring shopping, night scenes and markets

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

4/5(259 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 Benthanh Street Food Market while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

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