Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh Municipality January 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Ho Chi Minh Municipality ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Ho Chi Minh Municipality Types of activities Where to stay [Ho Chi Minh Municipality travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-Municipality.dx959752201732198400) ![Ho Chi Minh City featuring a city, signage and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/36000/36234-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![War Remnants Museum which includes military items and aircraft](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35546-War-Remnants-Museum-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ho Chi Minh Municipality](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35568-Tao-Dan-Park-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tao Dan Park featuring a garden, a sunset and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35570-Tao-Dan-Park-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ho Chi Minh City Notre Dame Cathedral featuring street scenes, cycling and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35596-Ho-Chi-Minh-City-Notre-Dame-Cathedral-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Ben Thanh Market Bến Thành Market is the oldest surviving market in Ho Chi Minh City and one of Vietnam’s top destinations. It is a must-see for anyone visiting this 300-year-old city. Explore the colorful stalls and buy food, souvenirs and clothing from the local vendors. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Ben-Thanh-Market-District-1.d6229744.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ben Thanh Market featuring signage and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229744/57adec40-3ef8-4480-8e24-85691ff6cbb0.jpg) ### 2\. Dong Khoi Street Spend a day on busy Dong Khoi Street and hunt for luxury items in grand department stores, eat in classy cafés and marvel at beautiful examples of 19th-century architecture. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Dong-Khoi-Street-District-1.d6256310.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dong Khoi Street featuring night scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6256310/27bbd203-040a-4bc0-8e41-5aae9d891e1f.jpg) ### 3\. Pham Ngu Lao Street For cheap meals, accommodation and markets in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, look no further than Pham Ngu Lao. It is known by Vietnamese locals as “khu tay ba lo”, which translates to “Backpacker’s area.” If you are a traveler on a budget, Pham Ngu Lao is the place to be. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Pham-Ngu-Lao-Street-District-1.d6256328.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pham Ngu Lao Street which includes street scenes, night scenes and shopping](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6256328/ef923317-a049-4a89-87be-355fe43581e8.jpg) ### 4\. Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden is Vietnam’s largest zoo and one of the oldest zoos in the world. The park is home to more than a hundred species of plants and animals. Visit the creatures that call this place home or enjoy a peaceful walk through the fragrant gardens. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Saigon-Zoo-And-Botanic-Garden-District-1.d6115762.Vacation-Attraction) ![Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden showing a garden and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115762/ff46bdd0-a50e-450f-91cd-47e1eafb1e72.jpg) ### 5\. Ho Chi Minh City Opera House Whether you are a cultural enthusiast or simply appreciate beautiful architecture, the Saigon Opera House is a sight not to be missed. Also known as The Municipal Theatre of Ho Chi Minh City, this gleaming white landmark is a visual reminder that Saigon was the capital of French Indochina at the turn of the 20th century. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-City-Opera-House-District-1.d6115760.Vacation-Attraction) ![Opera House showing night scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115760/e3d30ec8-c7ca-4fdd-abf3-cc2488f8d55d.jpg) ### 6\. Back Beach Lie back and relax on Back Beach, considered by many to be Vung Tau’s most beautiful long stretch of sand. Swim in the warm waters and learn to ride the waves with a kite surfing or windsurfing lesson. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Back-Beach-Ba-Ria-Vung-Tau-Province.d6115856.Vacation-Attraction) ![Back Beach showing a beach and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115856/04d7483e-463d-430d-a517-d95f5ff2ad1e.jpg) ## What to do in Ho Chi Minh Municipality --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Ho Chi Minh Municipality ![Ben Thanh Market which includes markets and shopping](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/96000/96963-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Ben-Thanh-Market-District-1.d6229744.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bui Vien Walking Street](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/037b3f141286f85acd31b32434a49a3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bui Vien Walking Street You can enjoy retail therapy at Bui Vien Walking Street during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Bui-Vien-Walking-Street-District-1.d553248634141441227.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ho Tram Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ed01a92cf94631231e6bd14fd0aa3cdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ho Tram Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ho Tram Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Phuoc Thuan. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Tram-Beach-Ho-Chi-Minh-Municipality.d6219806.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dong Khoi Street featuring night scenes and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/96000/96974-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Dong-Khoi-Street-District-1.d6256310.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pham Ngu Lao Street which includes street scenes, night scenes and shopping](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97044-Pham-Ngu-Lao-Street.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Pham-Ngu-Lao-Street-District-1.d6256328.Vacation-Attraction) ![Saigon Square](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/382ff702a137476ae16ba2230c6c5204.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Saigon-Square-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.d6256606.Vacation-Attraction) ![Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden showing a garden and zoo animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97147-Saigon-Zoo-And-Botanic-Garden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Saigon-Zoo-And-Botanic-Garden-District-1.d6115762.Vacation-Attraction) ![Opera House featuring night scenes, heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/62000/62515-Opera-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-City-Opera-House-District-1.d6115760.Vacation-Attraction) ![Back Beach featuring a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79468-Back-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Back Beach Bask in the sun at this long golden beach beside the South China Sea, where you can take a break from the noisy streets of Vung Tau. [](https://expedia.ca/Back-Beach-Ba-Ria-Vung-Tau-Province.d6115856.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Ho Chi Minh Municipality ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/470000/470004-District-1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### District 1 4/5(1 area review) Central urban district and financial hub, bustling with luxury shopping centers and historical sites like Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica and Saigon Opera House. Explore Bùi Viện and Nguyễn Huệ districts for various amenities. [](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-City-District-1.dx6252011) ![War Remnants Museum featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35550-War-Remnants-Museum-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### District 3 Bustling heart of Ho Chi Minh City, District 3 boasts French-style villas, Xá Lợi Pagoda, and Vĩnh Nghiêm Pagoda. Easily accessible via Saigon railway station, the largest railway hub in the country. [](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-City-District-3.dx6252038) ![Ben Thanh Market showing street scenes, night scenes and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/96000/96935-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Ho Chi Minh City 4/5(170 area reviews) Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ho Chi Minh City. Check out top attractions like Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market, and jump on the metro at Ben Thanh Station or Opera House Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-City-Downtown-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.dx553248633981712889) ![Saigon Central Post Office which includes heritage architecture and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/97000/97003-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dong Khoi 4.5/5(91 area reviews) The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are a few things travelers love about Dong Khoi. Check out Union Square or Dong Khoi Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Opera House Station to get around town. [](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-City-Dong-Khoi.dx6054379) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79342-Bui-Thi-Xuan.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ben Thanh If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Benthanh Street Food Market are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-City-Ben-Thanh.dx553248635974586998) ![Ho Chi Minh City featuring a city, signage and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/36000/36234-Ho-Chi-Minh-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Little Japan 4/5(32 area reviews) Visitors often come to Little Japan for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Opera House Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-City-Little-Japan.dx3000664688) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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