District 8
Ho Chi Minh City
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
When you visit Bui Vien Walking Street, a popular shopping spot in Ho Chi Minh City, you can browse for souvenirs. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels Full-Day Excursion
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta VIP Tour by Limousine
Small Group Mekong River Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Top hotels in District 8
Caravelle Saigon
When we accidentally left some specialty food items behind, the staff were very nice to keep them in cold storage for us until we could arrange to get them. The location in HCMC could not be better, and the food and amenities are excellent. Always our first-choice "go-to" place in Ho Chi Minh ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Nikko Saigon
Love this place
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Rex Hotel
There are no blackout curtains in the executive rooms, I woke up at sunrise, not fun.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
This hotel has it all. Perfect location to se le Saigon river. Close to everything in D1 and M lounge reminds us a nightlife in Waikiki
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Reverie Saigon
Absolutely beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Boutique Saigon
The hotel is centrally located. All of the hotel staff are super polite and helpful. The hotel manager Katie is very welcoming. We had a great stay and would recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District 8
District 5
District 5 is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by An Dong Market and Nghia An Hoi Quan Pagoda while in the area.
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.
Binh Tan
Binh Tan might not have many top sights, but Aeon Mall Binh Tan and Dam Sen Water Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 The Most Holy Redeemer Saigon.
District 4
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in District 4. You might want to make time for a stop at Saigon River or Vinh Khanh Food Street.
Ben Thanh
If you're spending some time in Ben Thanh, Ben Thanh Market and Galaxy Nguyen Du are top sights worth seeing.
