This year's April 30 - May 1 holiday is a special occasion, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification Day (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025), an ideal opportunity for you to explore the beauty and vibrant life of Ho Chi Minh City.
Whether you are passionate about exploring historical destinations, love modern entertainment areas or just want to find a quiet place to enjoy the festival atmosphere, Ho Chi Minh City always has a series of attractive options waiting for you.
Especially on this occasion, many special activities take place throughout the city such as parades, outdoor art shows, and fireworks.
Below are check-in locations in Ho Chi Minh City that you should not miss on this special April 30 occasion.
1. Independence Palace
The Independence Palace is not only a unique architectural work but also an important historical symbol of Vietnam. This place has a close connection with April 30, 1975, when a tank of the liberation army crashed through the gate, marking the event of the country's reunification.
When visiting the Independence Palace, visitors have the opportunity to explore many important areas such as the meeting room, the working place of the president during the Republic of Vietnam era, the fortified bunker and the area displaying historical artifacts.
In particular, from the terrace, you can admire the panoramic view of the Palace's green campus, where major commemorative events of the City often take place.
Notre Dame Cathedral, one of the prominent symbols of Saigon, is famous for its unique European Gothic architecture. The original red brick walls from France further enhance the unique beauty of this place. Not only serving as an important religious site, the church also attracts many tourists to visit and take photos.
2. Notre Dame Cathedral
Located in the heart of District 1, Notre Dame Cathedral is surrounded by a large square, creating an ideal space for visitors to relax and feel the ancient beauty in the heart of a bustling and modern city.
3. City Post Office
The City Post Office is famous as a check-in point that attracts a lot of tourists when visiting the city named after Uncle Ho. This special post office impresses with its classical architecture with sophisticated patterns and characteristic yellow color.
Here, you can easily find services: express delivery, money transfer or sending letters by post. In addition, visitors also have the opportunity to learn about Vietnamese history and culture through interesting exhibitions or collections.
4. Cu Chi Tunnels
Located about 70 km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi tunnels are always a "red address" attracting domestic and foreign tourists. This is known as a unique relic with a complex underground tunnel system stretching about 250 km underground.
This tunnel system was built entirely by humans using primitive tools, based on traditional experience and folk knowledge in the context of war.
In particular, with the attraction of the movie "Tunnels: Sun in the Dark" being shown in theaters , more and more tourists are interested in learning about the Cu Chi experience tour.
5. War Remnants Museum
The War Remnants Museum preserves documents, artifacts and vivid images of the Vietnam War, and is an attractive destination for international visitors in Ho Chi Minh City. It helps them gain a deeper insight into this challenging period of history.
The museum is divided into different display areas, including photos depicting the devastation of war, the types of weapons used, and stories about the impact that war left. In particular, the outdoor display area makes a strong impression with tanks, helicopters, fighter planes and bombs left from the past.
6. Ho Chi Minh City Museum of History
Located within the grounds of the Zoo and Botanical Gardens, the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of History is now an attractive destination for many tourists. Famous for its impressive exhibition space, the museum preserves thousands of precious artifacts from the Hung King period to the present.
Following a rebrand to improve the visitor experience, the museum has invested in upgrading its exhibition areas. Improvements include modern lighting, interactive models, and bilingual information panels, making them more accessible to visitors.
7. Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts
Indulge in your virtual life hobby at the Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts, which will give you an unforgettable experience as every angle here is beautiful.
From the moment you set foot in the museum, you will not be able to stop clicking your camera to capture the "artistic" images that the space here brings.
The classic Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts is a virtual paradise that you cannot miss.
8. Saigon-Gia Dinh Special Forces Museum
With an area of over 100 square meters, the museum displays more than 100 historical artifacts, from familiar objects such as tables, chairs, cabinets and shelves to valuable documents about the Saigon Special Forces.
The Saigon-Gia Dinh Special Forces Museum is also considered the “heart” that preserves memories of fierce struggles, a place that tells the story of resilience and sacrifice of a golden generation of our country. This is a valuable destination that helps the younger generation better understand history and deeply feel the patriotism of the soldiers of the past.
9. Nguyen Hue Walking Street
Nguyen Hue Walking Street is a familiar place for young people and tourists during major holidays. This area stands out with its open, spacious space and many exciting entertainment activities such as street art performances, music and flashmob dancing.
In particular, along both sides of the street are many beautiful cafes, restaurants and snack bars, creating a diverse culinary paradise. In the evening, walking under the bright lights on the street will bring a wonderful relaxing experience.
If you are lucky, you can participate in music shows or outdoor events on the occasion of April 30.
10. Zoo
The Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Vietnam’s oldest zoological and botanical reserve, is the perfect destination for families and friends to relax during the holidays. This vast park is home to over 1,000 species of animals and thousands of rare plants.
Besides exploring the zoo, you can participate in many recreational activities such as boating, tram riding or taking photos in the colorful flower gardens.
On the occasion of April 30 - May 1, the Zoo often organizes attractive art performances and folk games.
11. Suoi Tien Tourist Area
Suoi Tien Tourist Area is one of the attractive destinations, standing out with many interesting games and a space that strongly reflects folk culture.
Here, visitors can enjoy entertainment areas, aquariums, roller coasters, and especially, enjoy Tien Dong beach - an extremely magnificent artificial beach.
In addition, Suoi Tien is also famous for its spiritual architectural works such as the Maitreya Buddha statue and Long Hoa Thien Bao. This is an ideal stopover for families during the April 30 holiday.
12. Ben Thanh Market
Ben Thanh Market is not only a symbol of Saigon but also an ideal place to explore cuisine and shop during the holidays. The market is famous for its many typical dishes such as banh xeo, bun thit nuong, goi cuon and cool desserts.
Besides, this place is also full of items from clothes, accessories to unique souvenirs. If you want to experience the bustling atmosphere and explore Saigon culture, Ben Thanh Market is a stop not to be missed.
13. Landmark 81 Building
Landmark 81 SkyView is the perfect place to enjoy panoramic views of Saigon from a height of 461.2m. Located on the top floor of the tallest building in Vietnam, it offers a unique viewing experience with brilliant city views day and night.
In addition, visitors can enjoy exquisite cuisine at luxurious restaurants or experience high-class shopping and entertainment right in the building.
On holidays like April 30, SkyView often hosts many interesting events and is an ideal location to enjoy fireworks.
14. Bach Dang Wharf
Located along the Saigon River, Bach Dang Wharf is an ideal place to relax and enjoy the fresh air.
Here, you can stroll along the riverbank, admire the beautiful sunset or join river cruises for a new experience.
Some cruises also offer dinner with music, giving you memorable moments during the April 30 holiday.
15. Dam Sen Water Park
The April 30 holiday is a great time to enjoy the cool air at Dam Sen Water Park.
With many exciting water games such as artificial wave pools, water slides and lazy rivers, this place promises to bring moments of fun relaxation.
16. Starlight Bridge
If you are looking for an ideal place for a romantic evening stroll, the Starlight Bridge is the perfect choice.
With eye-catching color-changing LED lighting system and airy space, this place attracts many young people to take pictures and enjoy the scenery.
17. Snow Town Saigon Amusement Park
Snow Town Saigon is a unique destination, offering you a winter experience with artificial snow space right in the heart of the city. Spread over an area of over 4,000m2, this place offers ski areas, snow houses and many interesting games for both children and adults.
In addition to being an ideal entertainment venue, Snow Town also has cafes and restaurants serving hot dishes, creating a wonderful relaxing space. This is an ideal place for families and groups of friends who want to explore the April 30 holiday in a new way.
18. Artinus 3D Art Museum
Artinus 3D Museum is an ideal destination for those who are passionate about art and photography. Here, you can explore hundreds of giant 3D paintings with diverse themes, from the ocean world, tropical forests, to famous global architectural works.
The paintings are designed with creative visual effects, bringing a vivid experience as if you were entering a real space.
Visitors can not only take photos but also interact with the works to create humorous and unique pictures. The museum is open during the holidays, an interesting choice for families, groups of friends or couples who want to create memorable memories.
19. Nguyen Van Binh Book Street
If you are a book lover, take advantage of the holiday to explore Nguyen Van Binh Book Street. This poetic street is located in the city center and gathers many book stalls from major publishers.
Besides choosing to buy your favorite books, you can sit back, relax, enjoy coffee at small roadside shops, and feel the quiet atmosphere amidst the hustle and bustle of the city.
On the occasion of April 30, Book Street often has attractive activities such as meeting authors, book signing events, and photo exhibitions, bringing interesting cultural experiences.
20. Creative Park
The creative park located near the roof of Thu Thiem tunnel, Thu Duc city, is an attractive public place, modernly designed and creates conditions for all ages to have fun and enjoy green space.
This park is about 1,130m long and covers an area of up to 10ha, located on the banks of the Saigon River, forming a poetic walking street from Ba Son Bridge to Thu Thiem Bridge.
This is an ideal place to walk, sightsee, and participate in the city's unique cultural and artistic activities.
According to Vietnam+
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