Get outdoors · Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
12 Outdoor Adventures Near Ho Chi Minh City
When the city is done with you: the outdoors within 100 km of Ho Chi Minh City, ranked by the travelers who went.
Outdoor picks within 100 km of the city center, ranked by traveler review volume. Distances computed from coordinates. Updated monthly.
Saigon Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Park & nature9 km awaySaigon Zoo & Botanical Gardens, established in 1864, is one of the world's oldest continuously operating zoos.
Read our full guide →Dam Sen Cultural Park
Park & nature6 km awayDam Sen Cultural Park is a large entertainment complex in District 11, Ho Chi Minh City, combining a theme park, botanical gardens, and a water park.
Read our full guide →Suoi Tien Theme Park
Park & nature20 km awaySuoi Tien Theme Park is a sprawling cultural and water-themed amusement park located in District 9, Ho Chi Minh City.
Read our full guide →Front Beach Park
Park & nature72 km awayFree entryFront Beach Park is a beloved seaside destination in Vung Tau, Vietnam, stretching along the city's main beachfront.
Read our full guide →Lac Hong park.
Park & nature60 km awayFree entryLac Hong Park is a riverside green space in the heart of My Tho, Vietnam, offering a peaceful retreat from the city's bustle.
Read our full guide →Tao Phùng Park
Park & nature75 km awayFree entryTao Phùng Park is a beautiful seaside park located on the southern coast of Vung Tau, Vietnam.
Read our full guide →Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Park & nature9 km awaySaigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens, established in 1865, is one of the oldest continuously operating zoos in the world.
Read our full guide →Tao Đàn Park
Park & nature9 km awayTao Đàn Park is one of the city's oldest and largest parks, offering a lush retreat amid downtown skyscrapers.
Read our full guide →Chi Lang Park
Park & nature9 km awayFree entryChi Lang Park is a well-maintained public park located in District 1 of Ho Chi Minh City, near the historic center.
Read our full guide →Cong Vien 23 Thang 9
Park & nature9 km awayFree entryLocated in the heart of District 1 on Pham Ngu Lao Street, Cong Vien 23 Thang 9 (September 23 Park) is a lively urban green space that serves as a gathering point for locals and tourists…
Read our full guide →Ong Cao Craft Beer
Sight9 km awayFree entryOng Cao Craft Beer is a popular spot in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's backpacker district, Bui Vien Street.
Read our full guide →Bảo Định Canal
Park & nature51 km awayBảo Định Canal is a historic canal built in the 19th century, originally constructed to improve transportation and irrigation in the Mekong Delta.
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How we pick these
Outdoor and active spots around Ho Chi Minh City — trails, viewpoints, water and adrenaline — ranked by real review volume out of the 121 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Some activities near Ho Chi Minh City are weather- or season-dependent, so confirm they're running.
Popular tours and rentals sell out on weekends and holidays.
Bring layers and water; outdoor conditions shift faster than in the city.
Common questions
What outdoor activities are there in Ho Chi Minh City?+
The list above covers the top-rated active things to do in and around Ho Chi Minh City, from easy walks to bigger adventures.
Is Ho Chi Minh City good for adventure travel?+
Yes — this page ranks the outdoor experiences visitors rate most highly.
Do you need to book activities in advance?+
Guided and equipment-based activities are best booked ahead, especially in peak season.
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