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Top largest parks in Saigon

1. Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens, also known as Thao Cam Vien, is a conservation park located in Ho Chi Minh City. It is one of the oldest and most historic structures in the city, ranking among the top 10 oldest zoos in the world. This site is not only a historical landmark but also a place for leisure, entertainment, and a distinctive cultural symbol of the city.

Established in 1864, the zoo covers a vast area of approximately 20 hectares, currently housing 125 animal species with over 1,300 individuals, including rare species such as golden-cheeked gibbon, clouded leopard, tiger, sambar deer, and pygmy slow loris. Additionally, it preserves over 900 plant species.

Beyond visiting the park to see various animal species and immerse in the natural landscape with thousands of trees providing fresh air, visitors can explore the Vua Hung Temple and the Ho Chi Minh City History Museum, two remarkable architectural structures located within the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens.

Details:

Address: 2 Nguyen Binh Khiem Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 7:00 - 17:30.

Ticket prices:

Children under 1m (accompanied by family): Free
Guests from 1m to under 1m3: 30,000 VND
Guests 1m3 and above: 50,000 VND

2. Tao Dan Park

Tao Dan Park, also known as Tao Dan Cultural Park, is a large park situated in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. The park's land was formerly part of the French Governor's Palace, known as Tao Dan Garden. After 1975, it was renamed Tao Dan Cultural Park, and a children's play area was added.

Covering an area of about 10 hectares, Tao Dan Park is surrounded by numerous trees, offering visitors shaded paths for leisurely walks, opportunities for physical exercise, and participation in group activities. Inside the park, visitors can find the Temple of Kings Hung and ancient graves and a small Cham tower for exploration.

Details:

Location: Ben Thanh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: 7:00 - 22:00.
Ticket: Free entrance.

3. Hoang Van Thu Park

Hoang Van Thu Park, known as the 'Green Oasis in the Heart of Saigon,' is located in Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City. Established in 1989, the park covers an area of 106,500m2 and is designed in a triangular shape, enclosed by three roads: Hoang Van Thu, Phan Dinh Giot, and Tran Quoc Toan. The park is unique as it is divided by Phan Thuc Duyen Street, connected by a pedestrian bridge, offering a refreshing experience with lush greenery.

Featuring gentle architecture, winding paths covered with greenery and flowers, and shaded resting pavilions, the park caters to various needs such as relaxation, exercise, and group activities. Walking through Hoang Van Thu Park, visitors can enjoy the fresh air, vibrant flowers, and capture memorable moments.

Details:

Address: Hoang Van Thu, Ward 2, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: Open 24/7.
Ticket: Free entrance.

4. Le Van Tam Park

Le Van Tam Park is located in Da Kao Ward, District 1, and is named after the hero Le Van Tam, with a statue of him in the middle of the park.

Established in 1985, Le Van Tam Park covers nearly 6 hectares and is covered with many trees and colorful flowers. Visitors to the park can experience freshness, clean air, and tranquility in the heart of Saigon. The park provides long benches for people to rest, relax, and features a children's play area with swings, slides, and seesaws. Many people come here in the early morning for exercise, and on weekends, families and groups of friends gather to enjoy recreational activities.

Details:

Address: Vo Thi Sau Street, Da Kao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Opening hours: Open 24/7.
Ticket: Free entrance.

5. Gia Dinh Park

Gia Dinh Park is located in Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City, considered the city's green lung due to its large area of approximately 32 hectares, featuring over 1000 tall trees, including various ancient species like Dipterocarpus retusus, Eucalyptus camaldulensis, Bombax ceiba, and more.

As the largest park in the city, Gia Dinh Park offers a convenient location for local residents and visitors to relax, stroll, or engage in physical activities, away from the dust and noise of the urban environment. The park includes a separate play area for children with various recreational activities such as swings, slides, and bouncing castles. Moreover, the vast lawn area of 63,000m2 is suitable for outdoor activities, gatherings, and cultural events.

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