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Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City with kids

Saigon is busy, warm and very family-friendly if you plan a little.

Practical tips

It is warm all year: plan outdoor sightseeing for the morning or late afternoon and rest at midday.
Traffic is dense and motorbikes are everywhere – hold children's hands when crossing streets.
Ride-hailing apps such as Grab are widely used and make getting around with a family simple.
Drink bottled or filtered water.
A whole house with its own kitchen makes meals and nap times easier for small children.

Ideas for the day

Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens (Thảo Cầm Viên), one of the oldest zoos in Vietnam
Parks and riverside walks in Phú Mỹ Hưng
Ben Thanh Market in the city centre