Top 10 Exciting Outing Spots around Saigon for April 30th and May 1st

Dam Sen Cultural Park is one of the largest and most modern recreational and entertainment areas in Ho Chi Minh City, beloved by many for its fun-filled activities. It's an ideal choice for both adults and children during the upcoming April 30th - May 1st holidays to unwind and relieve stress after hours of study and work, contributing to creating inspiration and an energetic spirit for you.

With over 30 areas to explore, such as the Adventure Play Area, Mini West Lake, Fairy Tale Castle, Dance Island, Water Music Stage... it would take you several days to fully enjoy. Every year, Dam Sen Cultural Park always invests in new facilities and diverse programs on its stages to serve visitors. Some distinctive features of Dam Sen include water music, water puppetry, high-speed roller coasters, animal circus, or the Thach Thuy Cung Aquarium...

Participating in activities at Dam Sen, you can completely trust the quality of services here. The system of games is always checked and updated to ensure absolute safety for players. In addition, the staff supporting the games and protective gear are abundant, always ready to provide you with a truly fulfilling day of exploration.

Address: 03 Hoa Binh, Ward 3, District 11, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 0283 6063 246

Thao Cam Vien is a vast green space that has existed for over 150 years, witnessing the ups and downs of Ho Chi Minh City. It is a conservation area for plants with an eighth-ranked lifespan globally and a large zoo with 590 individuals of 125 species, 1,800 trees of 260 species, 33 cactus species, 23 native orchid species, 34 bonsai species, and more being added.

Despite being in the city center, Thao Cam Vien is an ideal outing spot for many families or groups of friends. Here, centuries-old trees cast refreshing shade throughout the park, creating a serene atmosphere with the sound of birds and countless beautiful flowers. It gives you a very relaxing feeling when you visit.

Address: 2B Nguyen Binh Khiem, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 0283 8291 425

Suoi Tien Tourist Area is located at the Northeast gateway, on Hanoi Highway, in Tan Phu Ward, District 9. It is one of the famous weekend entertainment spots for the people of Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon. This is an ideal sightseeing spot for international tourists when traveling to Saigon, suitable for entertainment, especially during holidays like Hung Kings' Temple Festival, April 30th, and May 1st.

Suoi Tien Tourist Area is situated on an S-shaped hilly area, covering 200,000m2, with a stream and numerous underground water channels winding through a length of 2,000m. It was built and renovated with the aim of combining tourism with cultural and historical education and the roots of the nation. Every year, Suoi Tien Tourist Area welcomes around 2 million visitors for sightseeing, entertainment, and recreation. The uniqueness of this tourist area lies in its architectural style and various types of entertainment integrated with the historical images and legends of our country, such as the legend of the Hung Kings, Lac Long Quan - Au Co, the legend of banh chung banh day (square and round glutinous rice cakes), the nine-story hell...

Visiting Suoi Tien Cultural Tourism Area, you have the opportunity to explore the unique Water Palace or the snow castle that makes you feel like you are in the icy Arctic with temperatures ranging from 5 to -15 degrees Celsius. Additionally, you can admire cute polar bears, contemplate unique snow art, or have fun ice skating, and many other exciting activities waiting for you to experience.

Address: 120 Hanoi Highway, Tan Phu Ward, District 9, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 1900 636 787 - 0283 8960 260

An equally enticing outdoor destination for you and your loved ones during the upcoming April 30th and May 1st holidays is none other than Tao Dan Park - one of the finest parks in Saigon with open spaces and playgrounds for children, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. It is also an ideal stop for tourists amidst the bustling streets of Saigon. With over 1000 green trees in the approximately 10-hectare park, this park is considered the 'green lung' in the heart of the vibrant city.

Inside the park, there is a miniature Cham tower, reminiscent of the Cham tower in Nha Trang, and a memorial area for the Hung Kings nestled under the shade of trees. Next to the park is a sports complex with 11 tennis courts, a swimming pool, and other affordable sports and entertainment activities. It is always well-loved by locals and tourists alike.

Address: 55C Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 0839 301 941

Located 2km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Van Thanh Tourist Area has long been a familiar destination for city residents and those from nearby provinces seeking moments of relaxation, immersing themselves in nature with family and friends on weekends or holidays.

At Van Thanh Tourist Area, you will feel like escaping from the hustle and bustle of city life to immerse yourself in nature, returning to a peaceful countryside with ancient trees shading the road, refreshing green pools amid the sweltering Saigon weather. Additionally, you can capture memorable photos with cargo-laden pull carts on lush lawns and clusters of lotus flowers scattered throughout the tourist area.

Especially for those born and raised in the countryside, you can find the beloved images of the homeland through small bamboo bridges over creeks, lotus ponds, and banana groves. All these images will bring you the utmost peace and tranquility, helping you dispel the fatigue and worries of everyday life.

Address: 48/10 Dien Bien Phu, Ward 22, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 0901 889 705

Situated on the Thanh Da Peninsula, 8km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Quoi Tourist Village is a favored destination, especially on weekends or holidays. It offers abundant green spaces and tranquil waterways, providing a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Binh Quoi Tourist Village consists of Binh Quoi 1, Binh Quoi 2, and Binh Quoi 3. Visitors to any of these points will experience comfort, ease, and tranquility. Known as a relaxation and dining spot with a Southern-style atmosphere, the lush greenery, leaning coconut trees casting shadows along the canals, floating water lilies, and peaceful swimming fish evoke the charm of the Mekong Delta in the heart of the city.

Here, besides enjoying the fresh air and savoring traditional Southern dishes, you can also participate in various sports activities such as paddleboarding, swimming, fishing, or badminton with your loved ones...

Address: 1147 Binh Quoi, Ward 28, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 0283 5565 891 - 0901 889 701

Le Thi Rieng Park is situated on Cach Mang Thang 8 Street, District 10. It's a spacious park ideal for outdoor activities, picnics, camping, or sports. Here, you can enjoy the refreshing environment with green hills, ancient trees, flower beds, willow trees, and a serene lake.

People often come here for walking, practicing Qigong, playing badminton, tennis, soccer... Moreover, the park is an ideal outing spot for young adults and a playground for children.

Address: 875C Cach Mang Thang 8 Street, Ward 15, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 0283 9705 604

Gia Dinh Park covers an area of about 5.7 hectares, situated near three main roads: Nguyen Kiem, Hoang Minh Giam, and Ho Van Hue. Due to its large green space and refreshing atmosphere, Gia Dinh Park is an ideal place for people to jog, exercise in the early mornings, or evenings. Moreover, the vast grassy areas in the park are chosen by student groups for picnics, discussions, reading, music exchanges, and more.

The most distinctive feature of the park is the 8,300 m2 children's play area built since May 2012. This playground is divided into multiple zones suitable for different age groups, featuring various active games, swings, adventurous climbing structures, water fountains, and more.

Adjacent to Gia Dinh Park are Emart supermarket, Saigon Dance Center, Country House Coffee, Phu Chau floating temple, providing visitors with opportunities for sightseeing, entertainment, and shopping.

Address: Hoang Minh Giam Street, Ward 3, Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City
Phone: 0283 8442 415

Le Van Tam Park is located in Da Kao Ward, District 1, the center of Ho Chi Minh City. It is a spacious green garden with various children's play areas, attracting many urban residents for strolls, sports exercises, and weekend outings. The park is named after a revolutionary teenage hero who sacrificed himself, immolating to detonate the enemy's ammunition depot during the Indochina War in Vietnam.

Formerly, Le Van Tam Park was a cemetery built by the French, named Western Sacred Land (later changed to Mac Dinh Chi), where French officers, soldiers, and many famous high-ranking politicians were buried. Later, the cemetery was relocated, and the area was transformed into Le Van Tam Park.

Similar to other parks, within the premises of Le Van Tam Park is a vast, cool green space. You will feel the tranquility, comfort, and freshness of the surroundings. The park is surrounded by the green color of ancient trees casting cool shade, tall coconut trees, and lush green grass. Along the park's pathways, especially in the mornings or evenings, people engage in group exercises, walking... There are long benches placed throughout, allowing visitors to rest, relax, and breathe in the fresh air.

Address: Vo Thi Sau Street, Da Kao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Hoang Van Thu Park is known as the 'Oasis' in the heart of Saigon for its tranquility and coolness, surrounded by ancient trees casting shade all year round. The park covers an area of up to 10.6 hectares. Before 1975, this area served as the heliport for the wartime hospital of the US. After 1975, this area came under the management of Military Zone 7. In 1989, Hoang Van Thu Park was officially established under the management and direction of Tan Binh District People's Committee.

This place is also chosen as a venue for recreational activities of Saigon's youth.

Address: Hoang Van Thu Street, Ward 2, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City