Beat the weekend heat with the top 5 refreshing parks in Hanoi

Dubbed as the 'cool green spaces' amidst the capital city, the parks in Hanoi listed below will offer a refreshing and pleasant environment for visitors stepping foot here.

Beat the weekend heat with the top 5 refreshing parks in Hanoi

1. Yen So Park

Yen So Park is one of the renowned parks in Hanoi attracting numerous visitors for leisure. The park has been built and developed into the largest park system in Hanoi. It is likened to the 'green lungs' purifying the air in the capital city of Hanoi. It is known that Yen So Park covers a total area of up to 323 hectares with rows of surrounding trees. The natural grass carpet with lush greenery along with the clear lake creates a refreshing space, suitable for leisurely walks and fresh air inhalation. This place is also compared to a beautiful watercolor painting with many bird species visiting and butterflies nesting.

This place not only attracts tourists with shady ancient trees but also brings unique architectural structures such as: a maze garden, an outdoor theater, a boat house, a cultural village, an art exhibition hall,... making tourists fall in love when they step foot here and just want to stay longer to enjoy this fresh atmosphere.

Address: QL1A, Gamuda Central, Hoang Mai, Hanoi.

2. Thong Nhat Park

Thong Nhat Park is ranked among the largest parks in Hanoi. With the Bay Mau Lake located in the center, adjacent to 4 streets: Tran Nhan Tong, Nguyen Dinh Chieu, Le Duan, and Dai Co Viet. It is a suitable destination for families on weekends or holidays to participate in outdoor recreational activities.

This place attracts people because of its lush greenery, fresh air, and the variety of fragrant flowers. Here, Uncle Ho once planted a banyan tree with dozens of large roots deeply embedded in the ground, casting a cool shade over a large area, becoming the most beautiful ancient tree in the park. Therefore, Thong Nhat Park becomes a green park destination that many tourists enjoy.

With a spacious and cool space along with many green trees, this is also a venue for organizing many recreational activities for clubs, groups, or schools to organize fun events for students,...

Address: 354A Le Duan Street, Phuong Lien, Dong Da, Hanoi.

3. Indira Gandhi Park

As one of the most beautiful parks in the capital city, Indira Gandhi Park is likened to a 'green lung' amidst the capital because when visitors step in here, they can comfortably stroll without worrying about the sun as it is surrounded by trees. With a spacious area, carefully designed pathways around the lake, and stone embankments. This facility is highly appreciated by the people for its large, shady trees. The Indira Gandhi statue with high artistic value faces North, overlooking the main entrance of Lang Ha Street, looking very majestic and dignified.

A refreshing, cool space with surrounding trees covering, this becomes a place for people to visit for leisurely walks and participate in group recreational activities.

Address: 16 Lang Ha Ward, Thanh Cong, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.

4. Bach Thao Park

Bach Thao Park was established from the early years when the French set foot in Vietnam during the colonial invasion. Bach Thao Garden is located in the northwest of the capital right behind the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Presidential Palace.

If you're a lover of cool green spaces, Bach Thao Park is an ideal and suitable choice for visitors. Here, tourists can admire the scenery of trees, lakes, and various birds in the park, feeling relieved from all worries and the hustle and bustle of society, immersing themselves in a peaceful and lively green space.

Especially, a spot you cannot miss when visiting the park is a small hill called Rung Mountain. The hill is located next to Vi Danh Lake, where there is also a shrine dedicated to Huyen Thien Hac De. Legend has it that Huyen Thien Hac De was a talented boy who helped King Ly defeat invading forces. To commemorate this great contribution, people built a shrine to honor this young hero here.

Address: 3 Hoang Hoa Tham Street, Ngoc Ho, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.

5. Thu Le Park

Thu Le Park is located within a compound with a large lake, with an oval-shaped strip of land resembling a teardrop, which is also the origin of the name Thu Le, meaning to hold onto tears inside.

Thu Le Park is no stranger to Hanoi residents. Besides enjoying a refreshing and cool space, tourists can also participate in many interesting activities here such as: visiting the zoo in the park, participating in recreational activities for families and children,...

With a refreshing and lush green space, the cool and breezy air here makes everyone who sets foot here delighted with tall trees shading a long stretch of road. Here, strolling while breathing in the fresh air helps you dispel fatigue, worries, and regain energy for the days ahead.

Address: Bưởi Street, Thu Le, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.

According to Mytour

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Reference: Mytour Travel Handbook