District 12 Travel Guide
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
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Saigon Square
During your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Saigon Square. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Dong Khoi Street
This character-filled street’s many transformations sum up Ho Chi Minh City’s history, which is pretty impressive.
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.
Vincom Center Shopping Mall
Two buildings packed with some of the finest designer brands in the world make up the city’s largest shopping hub.
Activities
Saigon After Dark Jeep Tour: Night Street Food & Live Music Adventure
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Enchanting Saigon River Night Cruise: Gourmet Dining & Cultural Experience
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Ho Chi Minh: Private City Tour and Dinner Cruise with Buffet
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Other neighbourhoods 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 popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Hoang Van Thu Park or Gia Dinh Park.
Phu Nhuan
Phu Nhuan is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Gia Dinh Park, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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
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 Tao Dan Park.
Ben Nghe
If you're spending some time in Ben Nghe, Saigon Japan Town and Vincom Center Shopping Mall are top sights worth seeing.
- Quang Trung Software City
- Ben Thanh Market
- Dong Khoi Street
- Pham Ngu Lao Street
- Vincom Center Shopping Mall
- War Remnants Museum
- Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden
- Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall
- Dam Sen Water Park
- Vincom Landmark 81
- Independence Palace
- Saigon Central Post Office
- Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
- Takashimaya Vietnam
- Vinhomes Central Park
- Saigon River
- Aeon Mall Binh Tan
- Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square
- Bitexco Financial Tower
- Cu Chi Tunnels
- Vietnam National Museum of History
- Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
- Benthanh Street Food Market