Location

District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

In a quiet alley off Đề Thám, minutes from Bến Thành Market, Saigon Centre and Bùi Viện walking street.

Local guide

Around the neighbourhood

Top sights, shopping and food spots near the house.

Nguyễn Huệ Walking Street≈ 10 min by Grab
Pedestrian boulevard lined with cafés, ending at the colonial City Hall.
Notre-Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office≈ 10 min by Grab
Two French-colonial landmarks side by side.
Independence Palace≈ 10 min by Grab
Historic presidential palace and museum.
War Remnants Museum≈ 10 min by Grab
A powerful look at Vietnam's modern history.
Saigon Skydeck (Bitexco Tower)≈ 10 min by Grab
City views from the 49th floor. Best at sunset.

Bến Thành Market≈ 15 min walk
Saigon's iconic market for souvenirs, fabrics, coffee and local food stalls.
Saigon Centre & Takashimaya≈ 15–20 min walk
Modern shopping mall on Lê Lợi with international brands, a food hall and cafés.

Bùi Viện walking street≈ 5 min walk
Saigon's liveliest street at night: street food, bars and live music.
Đề Thám & Phạm Ngũ Lão eateriesSteps away
Vietnamese restaurants, bún chả, cafés and convenience stores around the corner.

Grab bike / car~50 m
Cars stop on the main road at the end of the alley.
Bến Thành metro station≈ 15 min walk
Metro Line 1 towards Thảo Điền and Thủ Đức.
Tân Sơn Nhất Airport (SGN)20–30 min drive
Depending on traffic.

Grab (bike or car) is the easiest way to move around the city. Drivers can meet you at the alley entrance.

Walk slowly and steadily; motorbikes will flow around you. Don't stop suddenly or run.

The best food is often on plastic stools. If a stall is busy with locals, it's a good sign.