According to reports, entrance fees to attractions did not increase during the holiday, much to the delight of visitors.
This year, in addition to traditional entertainment venues, tourists are trending towards eco-friendly and experiential tourism .
In particular, the emergence of rural experiential tourism models has created a new dimension for the city's tourism.
During this period, entertainment venues also offer many promotional programs to attract tourists to visit and experience them.
According to a representative of Dam Sen Cultural Park, by 12 noon, the amusement park had welcomed more than 3,000 visitors.
For Suoi Tien Tourist Area, although there are no specific statistics, the number of visitors usually increases many times compared to normal days during holidays.
It is expected that this tourist area will welcome approximately 70,000 visitors during the September 2nd holiday.
Several other attractions, such as the Saigon Zoo and the Independence Palace, were also busier than usual.
Below are some images captured by Giao Thong Newspaper at various recreational spots in Ho Chi Minh City:
From 9 am onwards, visitors lined up in long queues in front of the ticket counters for Saigon Zoo. Despite the large crowd, everyone queued in an orderly manner, with no pushing or shoving.
Ticket vendors said that ticket prices remain the same during holidays as on regular days. Visitors can buy tickets online to avoid long queues. In the first two days of the holiday, the zoo sold more than 10,000 tickets.
Many families brought lots of belongings to the zoo to have fun and camp.
The main entrance to the elephant and giraffe enclosure was packed with onlookers, many choosing to take electric carts for easier transportation during their visit.
Because it was so crowded, many children were carried on their fathers' shoulders to get through the crowd and easily see the animals inside the enclosure.
The children were very excited when they saw elephants, giraffes, and tigers. Besides seeing pictures in books and on TV, this was the first time they had seen these animals in person.
Three-year-old Quynh Anh was thrilled to see a tiger in real life. Her father, Tran Danh, said: "This is the first time she's been to the zoo to see real animals. Before this, she could only see them in pictures and on TV."
The Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden is an amusement park and the oldest zoo in Ho Chi Minh City. It has become a familiar destination for both domestic and international tourists.
As midday approached, the number of people flocking to the area increased, and the internal roads were packed with tourists.
The goat and deer enclosures attract many tourists who come to see, pet, and cuddle the animals. In addition, visitors can buy grass to feed the animals and take photos.
On the lawns, many families and groups of friends spread out picnic blankets and hung hammocks to relax and eat.
Some people even set up tents to provide shade.
The main stage area features variety shows, lion dances, and circus performances to add to the entertainment options, attracting children to watch and play.
The amusement areas within the zoo were also quite crowded. They remained open throughout the Lunar New Year (Year of the Tiger) to welcome visitors.
People line up to visit the Independence Palace.
Suoi Tien Tourist Area attracts a large number of tourists.
Many parents bring their children to play at Dam Sen Park.
The War Remnants Museum is also a popular destination for tourists, especially foreign visitors.
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