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According to the latest announcement from the Saigon Zoo, admission will be free for all visitors wearing traditional Vietnamese ethnic costumes on April 2nd and 3rd. This move has received much interaction and praise from the online community, who say it's an opportunity to both remember our roots and promote the beauty of traditional Vietnamese ethnic costumes. This activity has not only attracted the attention of young people but has also been noticed and eagerly anticipated by many foreign tourists.
Accordingly, during this festive season, the Saigon Zoo, one of the city's oldest cultural and entertainment destinations, will be open to welcome visitors throughout the holidays, offering an ideal space for fun and relaxation for all ages.
The zoo announced that it will waive entrance fees for visitors wearing traditional Vietnamese ethnic costumes on April 2nd and 3rd.
This is not only a profound act of gratitude towards the traditional cultural values of the nation, but also a wonderful opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in the lush green surroundings of the zoo.
In particular, to create a memorable festival season, the zoo has prepared a series of unique and attractive activities that promise to captivate visitors. First, we must mention the "night tour," a unique experience that allows visitors to explore the nocturnal animal world, as the zoo's inhabitants begin their daily activities.
Next, the "Flavors of the Three Regions" folk culture festival will be a vibrant portrayal of Vietnamese culture, where visitors can immerse themselves in traditional melodies and dances, as well as enjoy specialty dishes from all over the country.
Many meaningful activities are organized on the occasion of the Ancestor Commemoration Day to attract visitors from all over.
The music program "The Nation's Complete Joy" will be a colorful musical feast, featuring stirring melodies, lyrical songs, and spectacular artistic performances, contributing to a vibrant and lively festive atmosphere.
The Botanical Garden is a historically significant landmark and one of the oldest zoos in the world.
The Saigon Zoo continues many meaningful activities, such as offering free admission to visitors celebrating birthdays in March to commemorate the 161st anniversary of the zoo's founding (March 23, 1864 - March 23, 2025). To receive free admission, visitors must present their citizen identification card or passport, driver's license, student card, or birth certificate showing their date of birth.
This place is not just an ordinary zoo, but also a lush green space, a vibrant living museum, preserving precious cultural and historical values.
The Saigon Zoo, a landmark steeped in history, is not only a source of pride for the people of Ho Chi Minh City but also one of the oldest zoos in the world. With over a century of existence and development, the zoo has become a distinctive cultural symbol, a familiar and beloved destination for generations of city residents and visitors from all over.
This is not just an ordinary zoo, but also a lush green space, a vibrant living museum, preserving precious cultural and historical values. Ancient trees provide shade, and rare animals from all over the world blend together to create a beautiful natural landscape, an ideal place to relax in the heart of the bustling city.
The Saigon Zoo has continuously strived to improve and innovate, affirming its position as a leading cultural and tourist destination in Ho Chi Minh City.
In recent years, the zoo has undergone significant transformation thanks to effective communication programs and innovative, attractive tourism products. Cultural events, educational activities, and interactive programs with animals have attracted widespread interest and support from young people. In particular, the introduction of night tours and hands-on experiences has offered visitors fresh and unique perspectives on the animal world.
With continuous efforts, the Saigon Zoo is increasingly asserting its position, not only as an attractive tourist destination, but also as an important center for nature conservation and environmental education in the city. Currently, the zoo cares for nearly 2,000 individual animals belonging to 135 species and more than 2,000 individual plants belonging to 360 species, including many rare and endangered species. With its lush green space, the Saigon Zoo is also a favorite place for recreation and picnics for many tourists in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. The current entrance fee is 60,000 VND for adults and 40,000 VND for children between 1 and 1.3 meters tall.
