Top 14 Fun and Amazing Places to Visit on March 8th in Ho Chi Minh City

Starlight Bridge is located in the Phu My Hung urban area. This pedestrian bridge stretches 170m long, 8.3m wide, crossing the Thay Tieu Canal with a crescent moon-shaped design. It's called Starlight Bridge because beneath your footsteps are lights shining upwards, resembling stars as you walk on this bridge. The sides of the bridge are illuminated with continuously changing seven-color lights.

Walking on the bridge, you can admire the cityscape and enjoy rare tranquility amidst Ho Chi Minh City. This will definitely be an interesting and romantic destination on March 8th with the woman you love.

Since its construction, Bitexco Financial Tower has been a source of pride for the city's residents, boasting a sky-piercing height. It's an ideal entertainment destination for you on this 8th of March.

At the ground floor of Bitexco, you can shop for luxury goods and experience the cool, luxurious garden cafe space with natural greenery and live music every evening. Floors 3 and 4 of the building feature dining and cinema areas.

At the Food Creative dining area, you can find a culinary world here with dishes from Vietnam, Thailand, Korea, Japan, China to American fast food... You'll surely be satisfied with the incredibly enticing dishes and the attentive service attitude of the staff here. Right after that, you can enjoy the latest movies at one of the top CGV cinemas.

The most amazing part is still admiring the panoramic view of the city from the 49th floor of Bitexco. You can buy tickets from the staff on the ground floor, priced at around 200,000 VND per person. Here you can behold a completely different Saigon through telescopes and comfortably take souvenir photos with friends. In just one building, you can experience all the elements of an ideal date, from dining, shopping, watching movies to admiring the city from above. So why hesitate to come here with your woman on this 8th of March.

Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street is one of the ideal entertainment venues for the youth of Saigon. It regularly hosts parades, rallies, street festivals, flower roads, cultural exhibitions, sports activities, and art performances of the city. Especially during holidays and festivals, Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street is adorned with a system of lights and flowers, making it even more splendid and of course, International Women's Day on March 8th is no exception.

Here, visitors can admire a very ancient and venerable Saigon, enjoy street food and traditional Saigon dishes. In addition, the street is covered with free wifi 24/7 to serve tourists. This promises to be a familiar yet strange destination for you and your loved ones on this March 8th.

Movie theaters are among the ideal dating spots for you and your loved one on March 8th in Ho Chi Minh City. Here, you can enjoy quiet moments together, away from the hustle and bustle of the streets on the holiday.

Some major movie theaters in Ho Chi Minh City that you can choose from include Lotte Cinema Go Vap, Lotte Cong Hoa, CGV Hung Vuong Plaza, CGV Celadon Tan Phu, Galaxy Kinh Duong Vuong Dia, Galaxy Tan Binh... Additionally, if you don't like crowds, you can also visit small private screening rooms for two people or a family.

If your woman has a passion for food, then the food street is not a bad choice for this year's March 8th. Speaking of street food, Ho Chi Minh City is one of the top destinations with the most delicious and affordable dishes in Vietnam. Here, there are up to nearly 20 famous food streets with a wide variety of extremely rich and enticing dishes.

Some addresses you can visit on March 8th include snail street Thanh Thai, Vinh Khanh, grilled octopus street An Duong Vuong, rice paper salad street Nguyen Thuong Hien, fruit salad street Nguyen Canh Chan, Cô Giang food street... The dishes on Saigon food streets are quite cheap, mostly ranging from 10,000 to 30,000 VND per serving. Moreover, you don't have to worry about food safety because all dishes are made from fresh ingredients.

SC Vivo City located on Nguyen Van Linh Boulevard, is one of the ideal entertainment destinations for Ho Chi Minh City residents. Here, you can visit the hypermarket, modern cinema complex, fitness center, entertainment and bowling center, indoor playground for children, language center, fashion, cosmetics, furniture, and many options from food stalls…

Aeon Mall located in Tan Phu District, about 10km from the city center, is still chosen by many young Saigonese for its beautiful, spacious space, delicious and affordable food, especially Japanese cuisine, and many affordable shopping stalls. Crescent Mall located on Nguyen Van Linh Boulevard, is also an interesting destination for you and your loved ones on March 8th this year.

Address:

• SC Vivo City: Nguyen Van Linh Boulevard, Tan Phong Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Aeon Mall: Tan Phu District, Ho Chi Minh City.
• Crescent Mall: Nguyen Van Linh Boulevard, Phu My Hung Urban Area, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.

Located in the heart of three streets: Bui Vien, Pham Ngu Lao, and De Tham, is the ideal destination for backpackers when visiting Saigon. You can visit the Western Quarter on March 8th if you are someone who loves noise and bustle. Your first impression when coming here will surely be the noise with various sounds and colors.

This is one of the top tourist streets in Ho Chi Minh City, where eateries are open from early morning until late at night offering a wide range of dishes from local to luxurious at affordable prices. At the Western Quarter, you can also buy souvenir items with a strong Vietnamese traditional color or immerse yourself in lovely street bands. You will definitely enjoy visiting this place on March 8th this year.

Take your significant other to a peaceful cafe, savoring hot cups of coffee, discussing the future or reminiscing about old memories together is truly romantic and serene, isn't it?

Below are some renowned cafes you can visit this March 8th.

• L’USINE: 151/1 Đồng Khởi, District 1
  
• Bâng Khuâng Cafe: 9 Thái Văn Lung, District 1
  
• Pet Me Coffee: 198 Nguyễn Văn Hưởng, Thảo Điền, District 2
  
• Hà’s Coffee Shop: 234/8A Lê Đức Thọ, Ward 6, Gò Vấp District

This is one of the top weekend tourist destinations in Saigon, and you can absolutely visit this place with your loved one on this March 8th. Here, visitors will immerse themselves in the charming natural landscape: flowing streams, lush forests, fish ponds... as well as participate in various games at the entertainment complex.

Additionally, at Suối Tiên Cultural Park, there are many rare and precious animals such as aquatic species, monkeys, tigers, bears, especially the crocodile pond with nearly 2,000 crocodiles to meet the sightseeing needs of visitors. This will surely be an interesting destination for your colorful March 8th.

Visitors to Vincom Mega Mall Thảo Điền will enjoy unlimited fun and excitement on the first natural ice rink in Saigon. Sliding on the ice maintained below 0 degrees Celsius always brings you a fun and refreshing March 8th holiday.

The ice skating area is located on the 5th floor of Vincom Mega Mall Thảo Điền and is open to welcome guests from 10 am to 10 pm, providing ample time for you and your partner to enjoy, so you should plan to come here on March 8th.

Turtle Lake is a man-made fountain lake located in the heart of District 1. It is known as a favorite spot for couples to rendezvous. Moreover, it's a hangout for students after stressful school hours. With its open yet private space, it's perfect for intimate conversations.

For some time now, Turtle Lake has been a rendezvous point for couples, students, and elderly seeking relaxation. Numerous air-conditioned cafes and upscale restaurants have sprung up, adding to the allure of Turtle Lake. Find yourselves a comfortable spot, indulge in snacks, explore the eateries here, and chat away. It's a spacious yet captivating destination for you and your loved one this March 8th.

Stepping into RinRin Park, you'll be greeted by large stone koi fish sculptures in vibrant colors. Following the guidance of the guards, you'll enter the park.

True to its name, the park features winding water ponds and cool stone formations. Inside, various colorful koi fish swim in groups, exuding friendliness. They swim back charmingly whenever you approach the water's edge.

Additionally, the park boasts a food area offering Japanese treats like Takoyaki, fruit dipped in syrup, and ice cream. Alternatively, you can bring your own food and enjoy it at the park's resting area.

Formerly part of the grounds of the French Governor's Palace, Tao Dan Park became a public park after 1975. Over time, it has been embellished with various features such as the Monument commemorating the Hung Kings, Cham towers, and hosting events like the Spring Flower Festival.

Tao Dan Park stands out as one of the largest and most beautiful parks in Saigon. Covering approximately 10 hectares with over 1000 trees, it's often referred to as the green lung amidst the bustling city, attracting many urban dwellers for exercise, leisurely walks, or recreation in the early mornings or evenings.

This park is an incredibly attractive destination for the people of Saigon due to its location along the beautiful Saigon River. Embracing the cool breeze from the river, the grounds are covered in lush green grass, romantic pathways, and artificial lakes with giant fountains and sophisticated lighting systems.

Aside from being a place for entertainment, exercise, health preservation, and strolling for residents nearby, this location also draws outsiders to camp, picnic, or simply seek peaceful spots and cool air to rest.