On the morning of December 31, the weather in Ho Chi Minh City was moderately sunny, with a pleasant temperature of only 30-32 degrees Celsius. At Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden, District 1, many families with small children chose this place to have fun during the Tet holiday.
During the 2024 New Year, the Zoo will organize animal circus shows, fun activities and learn about flora and fauna. Ticket price, from 1m - under 1m3 40,000 VND/person. Adults and children from 1m3 and above 60,000 VND/person.
Nguyen Thanh Nam, a student in Tan Binh district, excitedly said that he was very happy when his parents let him go out. He saw many families taking their children out to play and shop, much more crowded than last year.
Dam Sen Cultural Park (District 10), Suoi Tien Cultural Tourism Area... are popular entertainment spots. From very early on, many families lined up to buy entrance tickets. At Suoi Tien Cultural Tourism Area, the number of visitors was bustling and crowded. It is expected that Suoi Tien Tourist Area will welcome 15,000 visitors.
At the zoo, the closer it gets to noon, the more tourists come. Mr. Nguyen Huy Hung's family in District 12 brought his family to visit during Tet holiday. He said, "The zoo has many trees, it's cool and close to home, so I decided to come here with my whole family during this holiday. The park also has many diverse animals, so my children love it."
Not only at entertainment venues but also at shopping malls such as AEON Mall Binh Tan; GiGa Mall Thu Duc center... are also crowded with people visiting and shopping. On this occasion, some stores in shopping malls also display promotional signs with discounts on household goods and fashion.
In addition, many families also choose shopping malls because they integrate many spaces in one building, such as: Food court, children's play area... Ms. Hong Thuy, living in Thu Duc City, said, the atmosphere is very bustling, I feel very happy and excited. Here you can buy things, can have fun and entertainment.
Despite the hot climate and salty water, Thieng Lieng island hamlet is still covered with lush greenery everywhere and many flowers are in full bloom. Groups of young people love to visit this place because all the food and drinks are hand-made by the locals themselves with ingredients grown in their own gardens.
About 50km from the city center, it only takes about 2 hours by car to get here. A group of students from Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics chose to go to Can Gio for the day.
Nguyen Tuong Vy shared that her group really likes taking photos and experiencing green tourism, so she chose Can Gio as her destination. We experienced many activities such as: fishing, kayaking, cycling, walking through the forest, visiting monkey island, riding a motorboat through the forest...
Tuong Vy added that if there is still time, the group will visit the beautiful Thieng Lieng island in Thanh An island commune and visit the Can Gio biosphere reserve also known as Sac Forest, Vam Sat eco-tourism area...
Activities and places to visit in Ho Chi Minh City
1. Places to watch fireworks and celebrate New Year's Eve
On the night of December 31, Ho Chi Minh City has many places to organize entertainment activities and countdown to welcome the new year. The largest of these is on Nguyen Hue walking street, where a music show will take place with many famous singers, expected to attract thousands of participants.
In addition, art performances and countdown activities to welcome New Year's Eve will also be held in many districts in Ho Chi Minh City and Thu Duc City on the night of December 31 and the early morning of January 1, 2024.
This year's fireworks display will last 15 minutes, from 0:00 to 0:15 on January 1, 2024.
There are two locations where people can watch fireworks: at the beginning of the Saigon River tunnel, Thu Thiem urban area, Thu Duc City (high-altitude fireworks) and at Dam Sen Cultural Park, District 11 (low-altitude fireworks).
2. City tour
Saigon Riverside Park is a popular destination in Thu Duc City. People and tourists can come to visit, take pictures with the sunflower garden, experience entertainment activities, walking streets, and relax with friends and family during the New Year holiday.
In addition, Ho Chi Minh City also has many other interesting entertainment venues and activities. In particular, experiencing the double-decker bus running all night is also a new choice for young people and tourists who want to "see" Ho Chi Minh City.
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