Hotels near Jade Emperor Pagoda

After visiting Consulate Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ho Chi Minh City. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Vietnam National Museum of History is just one of the attractions in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City so you might want to stop by during your trip. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Ho Chi Minh City has to offer, head to Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden, Saigon Japan Town, and Saigon Central Post Office.

Ready for an education in local botany? Saigon Zoo and Botanic Garden should make your list of places to visit, located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from central Ho Chi Minh City. Our travellers also like the museums in the area – your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Vinhomes Central Park and Gia Dinh Park, both nearby.

You can find out about the history of Ho Chi Minh City with a trip to Den Tho Vua Hung. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Diamond Plaza in District 1. Our travellers also like the museums in the area – your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Ben Thanh Market, Vincom Center Shopping Mall and Dong Khoi Street.

Learn about the local history of Ho Chi Minh City with a stop at Tran Hung Dao Temple. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.