District 1 is the central district of Ho Chi Minh City and the main base for most visitors. It holds the major landmarks: the Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, the Bến Thành Market, and the Đồng Khởi shopping street. The backpacker zone runs along Bùi Viện and Phạm Ngũ Lão. Most of the city's hotels, restaurants, rooftop bars, and cafés sit within walking distance here. This section covers places across District 1 by category. Each entry lists location, hours, and what the venue is known for.
