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 walkable 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 charming cafes 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 charming cafes in this vibrant area.

Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda

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

Cho Lon Mosque

Learn about the local history of Ho Chi Minh City with a stop at Cho Lon Mosque. Visit the shops and charming cafes 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

Activities

Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks

Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks

AU$46
per adult
Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks
Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour

Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour

AU$26
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour
Mekong Delta Experience: Small Group Adventure

Mekong Delta Experience: Small Group Adventure

AU$47
per adult
Mekong Delta Experience: Small Group Adventure
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel

6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack

AU$23
per adult
6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack
Ho Chi Minh City: Food Tour by Scooter with Eleven Tastings

Ho Chi Minh City: Food Tour by Scooter with Eleven Tastings

AU$44
per adult
Ho Chi Minh City: Food Tour by Scooter with Eleven Tastings
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Our pick of the best Cholon Hotel Deals

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
The price is AU$200 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$200
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (76 reviews)
A little gem
"A gem of a find. Fabulous rooftop pool and bar with great cocktails. Service was first class and a very comfortable room"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
Hotel Majestic Saigon

Hotel Majestic Saigon

5 out of 5
01 Dong Khoi Street District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$152 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$152
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Hotel is 100 year old so certain things like size and structure are not what you would expect from a 5 star hotel. However, the staff and service is amazing. The hotel itself is beautiful. Breakfast has a lot of variety and very tasty."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Hotel Majestic Saigon
Hotel Nikko Saigon

Hotel Nikko Saigon

5 out of 5
235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1, Cau Ong Lanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$203 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$203
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,373 reviews)
"Everything excellent to stay with city view.."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hotel Nikko Saigon
The Reverie Saigon

The Reverie Saigon

5 out of 5
22 - 36 Nguyen Hue Boulevard, 57 - 69F Dong Khoi Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$329 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$329
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Stayed at the Reverie for 8 nights from late July to Early August. It is a rare to be able to say that I have ZERO complaints about a hotel but here we are. Khao assisted with baggage at both ends of the trip and with his colleague Truong, went above and beyond to assist me after a luggage strap ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

The Reverie Saigon
Hotel Grand Saigon

Hotel Grand Saigon

5 out of 5
8 Dong Khoi Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$165 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$165
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Grand Saigon Stay
"Two day stop in Saigon. The hotels was modern, spacious and comfortable. The rooms had the highest bed I have ever seen!!! Shower could have been bigger. But bathrooms were clean and well appointed."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Hotel Grand Saigon
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$118 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$118
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Great welcome, large room. Lovely breakfast and pleasant pool area with great views. Very central."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 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 Hoa Binh Market 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 Saigon South and Thong Nhat Stadium.

District 10
War Remnants Museum showing 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 which includes 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 night scenes, street scenes and shopping

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 Bui Vien Walking Street while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

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