Ben Thanh market Ho Chi Minh city is a market that serves mostly, and most tourists. It is situated about 30min away from Tan Son Nhat international airport. Anyone coming to Ho Chi Minh city would visit this place at least once during their stay. The market is located in the heart of District 1, where most tourists would congregate. Surrounding it dozens of hotels, restaurants, parlours, tailors, and beauty salons.