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Thu Le Park Hanoi: The NEWEST guide for your relaxing break in 2024

24/03/2023 927 views

Thu Le Park, with its lush green space and pleasant atmosphere, is an enchanting destination for a family outing in Hanoi. This article will give you a deep insight into one of the best places to chill out in this bustling city.

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Thu Le Park view from above (Source: Collected)

You might have heard a lot about many world-famous historical and cultural attractions of Hanoi travel and tourism but not Thu Le Park, another worth-visiting place in the city. Nestled amidst concrete works and skyscrapers, the green space at the park offers a totally different vibe. If you are looking for a place for your weekend day out, this park is definitely a great option.

1. Thu Le Park at a glance

Thu Le Park is located in Ngoc Khanh Ward, Ba Dinh District. The park is 5 kilometers to the west of Hanoi Old Quarter. Construction of the park started on May 19, 1975, on an area of more than 28 hectares, in which there is a 6-hectare lake.

Here, there is an oval strip of land that resembles a tear, hence the origin of the name “Thủ Lệ”, which means “holding back the tears”. Nowadays, Thu Le Park Hanoi is home to many precious animals. It is open from 8 am to 6 pm every day, even on Tet and other holidays.

Thu Le Park

Thu Le Park is located in Hanoi’s city center (Source: @rieu_linkk0912)

2. The updated ticket price of Thu Le Park in 2024

2.1. Entrance ticket to Thu Le Park in Hanoi

  • Adults (over 1.3 meters tall): 30,000 VND/person
  • Children (1.3 meters tall or shorter): 20,000 VND/person

2.2. Service prices in the park

  • Swan boat: 30,000 VND/person/hour
  • Water ball rolling: 20,000 VND/person
  • Railroad and bumper car: 30,000 VND/person
  • Ferris wheel for kids: 20,000 VND/person

There are also many other games and activities in the park, and the fees for them range between 10,000 VND and 30,000 VND/person.

3. How to travel to Thu Le Park?

As Thu Le Park is located in the city center, you can easily reach it. You can get here by bus, bike, car, or taxi.

  • By bus: The park is located near Cau Giay Bus Stop, therefore, you can take any bus that passes by this stop, such as buses no. 09, 25, 27, 28, 32, 34, 38, 49. From the stop, it will only take you 2 minutes to get to the park on foot.
  • By private vehicles: You can look up the way from your place to this Hanoi park on Google Maps.
Thu Le Park

You can easily reach the park by bus, bike, or car (Source: Collected)

4. What are the highlights of Thu Le Park?

Thu Le Park is a favorite destination of not only locals but also tourists. The park has a lot of things to offer, from wild animals to playgrounds for families and kids. If you have a chance to come here, don’t miss out on the activities below.

4.1. The zoo – a land of animals

Founded in 1976, the Hanoi Zoo inside Thu Le Park is one of the first zoos in Vietnam. It has a collection of more than 650 specimens of over 100 species, including 35 species of mammals, 40 species of saltwater fish, more than 50 species of birds, and 5 species of amphibians. Many of them are listed in the Red Book of Vietnam such as Hoa Mai leopard, Indochinese tiger, Bulwer’s pheasant, etc.

The zoo is also home to some animals of significant historical and diplomatic value:

  • A pair of Japanese cranes – a gift from Kim Il-sung, a former president of North Korea, to President Ho Chi Minh in 1960
  • A pair of pythons donated by General Vo Nguyen Giap
  • Vien Chan deer donated by Prime Minister Pham Van Dong
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The Hanoi Zoo inside Thu Le Park (Source: Collected)

4.2. The water game area for families

The water game area is another highlight that makes Thu Le Park one of the best places to visit in Hanoi Vietnam and cool down the heat of summer. Two featured games here are water ball rolling and swan boat. While water ball rolling is a joyful game for both adults and kids, the swan boat is for couples and those wanting to paddle around and enjoy the tranquility here.

4.3. The playground for kids

In Thu Le Park, there is an area specially designed for kids. Your children can have fun with several fascinating games such as Ferris wheel, roller coaster, mirror house, etc. They can also play some creative games such as statue painting and sand painting. In addition to games, you can also play with the rabbits and try feeding them. There is even a 5D cinema for those thrill-seekers.

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The water game area and kids’ area in Thu Le Park (Source: Collected)

5. Useful tips to note for your best experience in Thu Le Park

  • Thu Le Park is also home to Voi Phuc Temple, one of 4 important temples on the 4 sides of Hanoi. Therefore, if you include the temple in your travel itinerary, remember to dress formally.
  • When you visit the Zoo, remember to follow the rules strictly. For example, you are not allowed to feed or touch the animals here.
  • It is better to prepare food and water in advance. You can buy them at the stalls here, but the prices will be higher. There are many stops for you to rest and eat inside the park, but remember to clean out the trash before you leave.
  • You should bring sunscreen, umbrellas, wet wipes, etc., to this Hanoi park.

In addition to Thu Le Park, there are many other tourist attractions in Hanoi that you should take your time to visit. If you are looking for an indoor space for a family outing, VinKE at Vincom Mega Mall Times City is a great place to come. It is a large complex of entertainment areas that tourists, especially kids, will definitely fall in love with. You can take part in several joyful games here. Also, don’t forget to pay a visit to the nearby Vinpearl Aquarium, one of the most modern aquariums in Vietnam, to witness the beauty of the marine world here.

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Thu Le Park

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Having an extraordinary green space with beautiful lakes and lush gardens in the middle of the metropolis, Thu Le Park deserves to be a top Hanoi tourist attraction. If you love to connect to nature while having fun at the same time, this place is definitely a must-visit. The beauty and attraction that the park offers will not let you down.

 

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