Dong Khoi
Ho Chi Minh City
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Saigon Central Post Office
Make sure you write your postcards in Ho Chi Minh City, as it’s a great excuse to visit the city’s stunning 19th-century post office.
Ho Chi Minh City Hall
This striking government office is undoubtedly one of the city’s most impressive colonial buildings.
Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica
Christianity may not be the dominant religion in Vietnam yet this stunning cathedral is considered by many to be Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic landmark.
Things to do
Cu Chi Tunnels: Morning or Afternoon Guided Small-Group Tour
Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks
City Sightseeing Ho Chi Minh City / Saigon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Tours
Mekong Delta Small-Group Tour from Ho Chi Minh City
Top hotels in Dong Khoi
Caravelle Saigon
This is one of the best hotels I have ever stayed at. (And I travel a lot). Staff are exceptionally well trained. Food choices are superior - the seafood buffet is spectacular.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hotel Grand Saigon
Room clean, staff are nice, especially Elvis the restaurant manager is very friendly and nicely
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Majestic Saigon
Very spacious comfortable rooms/suites. Staff extremely helpful. Historic hotel right on the river.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel
Great hotel
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Icon Saigon - Lifestyle Design Hotel
Pleasant stay in the heart of district 1. Would consider them again for future stays
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Park Hyatt Saigon
A superb property to stay at.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dong Khoi
District 1
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of District 1. Make a stop by Ben Thanh Market or HCMC Museum while you're exploring the area.
Little Japan
Travellers come to Little Japan for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Saigon Japan Town and Ho Chi Minh City Opera House while you're in town.
Nguyen Hue Walking Street
Nguyen Hue Walking Street is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nguyen Hue Walking Street and Ho Chi Minh City Hall Square while in the area.
Downtown Ho Chi Minh City
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 Benthanh Street Food Market while you're exploring the area.
Bach Dang Riverside
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Bach Dang Riverside. Make a stop by Nguyen Hue Walking Street or Bach Dang Wharf while you're exploring the area.
Nguyen Thai Binh
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.
