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

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 lively bars in this vibrant area.

Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda

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

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

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

Thien Hau Pagoda

Learn about the local history of Ho Chi Minh City when you take a trip to Thien Hau Pagoda. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.

Thien Hau Pagoda

Activities

Ho Chi Minh City Saigon Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$33
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour

Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour

AU$146
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Private Tour
Saigon Chinatown Adventure

Saigon Chinatown Adventure (Private Car & All-Inclusive)

AU$187
per adult
Saigon Chinatown Adventure (Private Car & All-Inclusive)
Saigon central post office

Ho Chi Minh City Private Tour With A Local Expert

AU$307
per adult
Ho Chi Minh City Private Tour With A Local Expert
Half-day Cyclo Journey Through Chinatown

Half-day Cyclo Journey Through Chinatown

AU$74
per adult
Half-day Cyclo Journey Through Chinatown
Ho Chi Minh Shared Cooking Adventure Tour

Ho Chi Minh Shared Cooking Adventure Tour

AU$68
per adult
Ho Chi Minh Shared Cooking Adventure Tour
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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, Ho Chi Minh
The price is AU$176 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$176
8 July - 9 July
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! (41 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, would happily return. Spa and gym weren’t available during our stay unfortunately"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

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 AU$210 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$210
19 July - 20 July
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The staff are excellent"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

New World Saigon 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$159 per night from 10 July to 11 July
AU$159
10 July - 11 July
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great service will come again from America"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Hotel Grand Saigon
Sherwood Residence
Sherwood Residence
5 out of 5
127 Pasteur Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
The price is AU$129 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$129
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,323 reviews)
"Huge apartment style rooms, everything you could need and more. Also offers a free shuttle service"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Sherwood Residence
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Hotel Nikko Saigon
5 out of 5
235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$204 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$204
13 July - 14 July
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! (1,329 reviews)
Excellent
"Room is clean, spacious and comfortable. Very good breakfast spread."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Hotel Nikko 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$111 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$111
20 July - 21 July
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Just brilliant. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 2 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 Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine.

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

Downtown Ho Chi Minh City

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