District 9
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
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.
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.
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 River
Gain a fresh perspective of the city skyline with a boat ride. Venture along the twisting waterways to small villages and an immense set of wartime tunnels.
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.
Things to do
Cu Chi Tunnels Morning or Afternoon Tour from HCM City
Ho Chi Minh city: Arrival Fast track at Tan Son Nhat Inlt. Airport
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Ho Chi Minh Street Food & Sightseeing By Motorbike (Safe & Fun)
Ho Chi Minh Historical Guided Walking Tour – 2 Hours
Top hotels in District 9
Rex Hotel
Staff courteous, room clean, gym in poor state
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Customer service desk
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Grand Saigon
After arriving after 22 of travel and being a platinum Expedia member the lady takes my payment and then says oh you only booked for one person so now you must pay 500,000 dong each day more. It was a total oversight when I booked but seriously my membership should be giving me an upgrade to a suite. ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
The Reverie Saigon
A destination in itself. Nothing could have been better. We thoroughly enjoyed all the opulence this hotel had to offer.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Staff are helpful and kind
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Windsor Plaza Hotel
Meet my expectations
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District 9
District 2
Noted for its river views and spas, there's plenty to explore in District 2. Top attractions like Saigon River and Snow Town Saigon are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at An Phu Station or Rach Chiec Station to see more of the city.
Thao Dien
Noted for its river views and spas, there's plenty to explore in Thao Dien. Top attractions like Saigon River and Vincom Mega Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Thao Dien Station or An Phu Station to see more of the city.
Thu Thiem
Check out the shopping during your time in Thu Thiem. Hop around the Ho Chi Minh City area on the metro at Thao Dien Station to see top sights like Saigon River and Metro Supermarket.
Binh Thanh
Binh Thanh is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Van Thanh Park Station or Tan Cang Station to explore sights like Landmark 81.
Little Japan
Take time in Little Japan to visit attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Opera House Station to see more of the city.
District 7
District 7 is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Saigon Paragon Mall and The Cresent Mall.
