HCMC Opens New Green Parks in the City Center for 2026

A Greener Saigon Is Taking Shape

Ho Chi Minh City, long known for its frenetic energy and dense urban landscape, is undergoing a quiet green revolution. The city has opened two significant new parks in its central districts, with more planned as the government converts vacant land into public green spaces. For dental tourists recovering from treatment, these parks offer something invaluable: peaceful, shaded oases right in the heart of the city.

No. 1 Ly Thai To Park — 4.3 Hectares of Green

Opened on February 12, 2026, just before the Lunar New Year celebrations, No. 1 Ly Thai To Park covers an impressive 4.3 hectares in the city center. The park was created to honor those lost during the pandemic and to provide an environmentally sustainable public space for residents and visitors.

Key features include:

• Mature trees and landscaped gardens
• Walking paths and seating areas
• Memorial spaces and cultural installations
• Sustainable design with eco-friendly materials

New Green Park in Xuan Hoa Ward (District 3)

A brand-new park has opened on the former site of the Phan Dinh Phung Sports Center, in what is now Xuan Hoa ward. The park occupies a rare central location bordered by four major streets — Pasteur, Nguyen Dinh Chieu, Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, and Vo Van Tan — making it one of the most accessible green spaces in the city.

The transformation of this site from an underused sports facility to a public park has drawn strong community praise and represents a new direction for HCMC’s urban development.

Why Dental Tourists Love Green Spaces

If you’re visiting HCMC for dental implants, veneers, or other procedures, having green parks nearby transforms your recovery experience:

Gentle Recovery Walks

Dentists recommend light walking after procedures to promote circulation and reduce swelling. A shaded park path is far more pleasant than navigating HCMC’s busy sidewalks.

Natural Stress Relief

Green spaces lower cortisol levels and reduce anxiety — especially helpful if you’re feeling nervous about upcoming dental appointments.

Morning and Evening Routines

HCMC’s parks come alive in the early morning (6-7 AM) and evening (5-7 PM), when temperatures are cooler. Join locals doing tai chi or simply sit with a smoothie and enjoy the atmosphere.

Central Location

Both new parks are within walking distance of major dental clinics in Districts 1 and 3, meaning you can combine your treatment appointment with a relaxing park visit on the same trip.

HCMC’s Green Vision

The city has set an ambitious target: 1 square meter of green space per person and 10 additional hectares of public parks by 2030. The Department of Construction is actively reviewing vacant land across the city for potential conversion. For dental tourists, this means HCMC will keep getting greener, more pleasant, and more recovery-friendly with every passing year.

The transformation from vacant lots to vibrant parks is winning public praise — and it’s making HCMC a more attractive dental tourism destination than ever.