6 Stunning Parks You Shouldn't Miss Near Saigon

Spacious, refreshing parks with lush greenery have long been a familiar destination and the 'cool' backdrop in the Instagram feeds of Saigon's youth.

6 Stunning Parks You Shouldn't Miss Near Saigon

Vinhomes Central Park

Situated along Nguyen Huu Canh Street, Binh Thanh District, beside the tranquil and poetic Saigon River, Vinhomes Central Park lies amidst closely packed high-rise buildings, contributing to an overall fresh, lush, and incredibly pleasant environment.

Inspired by New York's Central Park, Vinhomes Central Park boasts a fresh, modern, green, and beautiful design, meeting the recreational needs of city residents every weekend.

One special point that attracts tourists here is Vinhomes Central Park, which features elements representing the colors and cultures of many countries around the world. You may encounter a space imbued with Japanese essence, adorned with bonsai trees, ornamental plants, or the iconic red-painted Japanese bridge. Moreover, you can behold the modern American scenery with grandiose fountain displays.

With its spacious greenery and unique attractions, you're sure to capture a plethora of Instagram-worthy moments with just an evening stroll through the park.

Sky Park at Takashimaya

Recently, young people have been enthusiastically sharing about a trendy new photo spot with breathtaking views and stunning balcony vistas on the 6th floor of Takashimaya, also known as the 'Sky Garden'.

The expansive and refreshing ambiance, coupled with numerous meticulously landscaped greenery, quickly transformed this location into a 'sky garden' that entices a large crowd of young enthusiasts in Saigon for photo ops.

Alongside its beautiful Western-inspired scenery, from the 'Sky Garden', visitors can easily enjoy a panoramic view of the city center and observe the bustling crowd below, offering a delightful experience. Notably, it's not only the young locals of Saigon who frequent this spot, but also many foreign tourists exploring Ho Chi Minh City.

Hurry up and head straight to the 6th floor of Takashimaya, located at 92 – 94 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, to capture a plethora of stunning Instagram moments!

Sala Urban Park

Sala Park, situated at 10 Mai Chi Tho Street, District 2, is a vast park with lush green lawns providing comfort for Saigonese and tourists alike. It's the ideal destination for you after a busy and stressful work week.

With scenery reminiscent of Singapore's Garden by the Bay, Sala Park features giant flower towers that light up brightly every night, creating a sensation of wandering into a colorful, enchanting land.

And because of its splendor, Sala Park unquestionably serves as a high-quality backdrop, infusing a vibrant touch to your check-in photos.

Starlight Bridge Park - Crescent Moon Lake

Located in the new urban area of Phu My Hung, District 7, this structure, inspired by water, has long been a symbol of romance and dreaminess in the hearts of Saigonese. That's why the Starlight Bridge - Crescent Moon Lake area is an ideal destination for passionate couples.

The Starlight Bridge stretches 154m, curved like a crescent moon, adorned with colorful LED lights along its length. At night, when lit up, the Starlight Bridge resembles a strip of light, akin to twinkling stars in the mid-sky, creating an incredibly romantic and mystical scene.

On either end of the bridge are spacious squares, each depicting a distinct figure. On the west bank is a square shaped like a half moon, while on the east bank is a square with a sun-shaped symbol. If you want to witness the shimmering beauty of the Starlight Bridge, just grab a fancy smartphone and snap some stunning photos to see if your friends will be amazed.

Midori Park

Nestled within the Midori Park garden urban area, this park is like a lush green patch, adding a touch of gentle color to the vibrant multi-colored painting, making the overall scenery more harmonious.

In Japanese, Midori means green. True to its name, this is a green space model highly favored in Japan. The park covers over 50% of the total area, boasting more than 40 species of large trees and shrubs, all designed to bloom in four different seasons.

Notably, this park also features a clean stream running through it, with areas for adult exercise, children's play, and even a street art area like a graffiti alley.

If you've grown too accustomed to the familiar addresses in the city center, why not change things up by visiting Midori Park on Ly Thai To Street, Hoa Phu Ward, Thu Dau Mot City, Binh Duong Province. You'll surely gather some rare experiences you've seldom had before.

Wonder Park - Cat Tuong Phu Sinh

The last name on the list of parks in the Saigon area boasting magnificent check-in spots is Cat Tuong Phu Sinh. Located in the eco-tourism urban area of Cat Tuong Phu Sinh, along Provincial Road 9, My Hanh Commune, Duc Hoa District, Long An. From downtown Saigon, head straight along Truong Chinh Street until you reach Xuyen A Street. From there, pass through the Ngan Tu Gieng Nuoc intersection, then turn left onto Nguyen Van Bua Street, continue straight until you reach DT9, then follow the signs on the road to your destination.

Cat Tuong Phu Sinh is a space that brings the past into the present, harmonizing nature and humanity, simplicity and modernity. With over 79 hectares of tourist area, it's a complex urban area with full internal amenities, featuring a 7-hectare ecological lake like a giant natural air conditioner, keeping the air here fresh all year round.

In addition to the countryside markets with banyan trees, wells, and interesting folk games, there are miniature models of famous world landmarks. These finely crafted, meticulously constructed models resemble the real thing, including the Sydney Opera House in Australia, the Taj Mahal in India, the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy, the Eiffel Tower in France, the Statue of Liberty in New York, and the nine onion-shaped spires of St. Basil's Cathedral in Russia.

After a long day of exploring and diligently 'living the fantasy' in this park, you'll feel like you've just returned home from an epic trip around the world.

As Reported by Afamily

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Reference: Travel Guide from Mytour