Attractions

Completed in 1890 by French colonist, the official name for the church is the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception.

Everyday: 06:00 - 20:00

1 km from Sherwood Suites.

The grand Saigon Central Post Office is near Notre-Dame Basilica, Cathedral. The building was designed by the Eiffel Company, and constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century.

Weekday: 07:00 - 19:00

Weekend: 08:00 - 18:00

1 km from Sherwood Suites

Independence Palace, also known as Reunification Palace, was built on the site of the former Norodom Palace, and was the seat of government for the former Republic of Vietnam.

Everyday: 13:00 - 16:00

1 km from Sherwood Suites

The War Remnants Museum contains exhibits relating to the Vietnam War and the first Indochina War involving the French colonialists.

Everyday: 07:30 - 16:30

​0.5  km from Sherwood Suites

The museum is housed in the former Gia Long Palace, which was once to home of the French colonial governor and the last president of the republic and examines the history of the city.

Everyday: 07:30 - 17:00

1km from Sherwood Suites

Ho Chi Minh City Hall was originally the Hôtel de Ville de Saïgon, and was built between 1902 and 1908 in a French colonial style. It was renamed after 1975 as Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee building.

Weekday only: 07:30 - 17:00

1 km from Sherwood Suites

Designed in French-colonial style, The Municipal Theatre of Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon Opera House, was first opened in January 1900. It hosts many musical performances and events each year.

1 km from Sherwood Suites

The central marketplace in the city, it is one of the earliest surviving structures in Saigon and an important symbol of Ho Chi Minh City. Popular with tourists seeking local handicrafts, textiles, áo dài and souvenirs, as well as local cuisine.

Everyday: 07:00 - 19:00

1.6 km from Sherwood Suites

A large department store near the cathedral and main post office, it sells many international brands and also has a cinema, bowling alley and food court.

Everyday: 09:30 - 22:00

​1 km from Sherwood Suites

The internationally known Japanese department store has its home here, as well as several international designer brands. An excellent gourmet food market is housed on the lower level.

Weekday: 09:30 - 21:30

Weekend: 9:30 - 22:00

1.6 km from Sherwood Suites

Upscale Vincom Plaza is one of the largest shopping malls in the country. Home to major international and domestic fashion brands and a plethora of dinning options, this is the place for conspicuous consumption.

Weekday: 11:00 - 21:00

Weekend: 10:00 - 21:00

1.6 km from Sherwood Suites

One of the more venerable department stores in the heart of the city, this place caters to many international travellers and shoppers looking for a more stylish and conservative range of apparel.

Everyday: 9:30 - 21:30

1.6 km from Sherwood Suites

Ho Chi Minh City’s ‘Central Park’, this green space is in the heart of the city and stretches for several blocks behind the Reunification Palace.

1km from Sherwood Suites

Home to a kid’s play areas, water fountains and large amounts of green space, this park in the northern end of District 1 is always popular with families.

1 km from Sherwood Suites

Running from the front of the Reunification Palace to the Notre Dame Cathedral, this park is a perennially popular spot for street hawkers, people watchers and tourists.

0.8 km from Sherwood Suites