Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South on April 30, a large-scale parade will be held in the center of Ho Chi Minh City.
Specifically, the event will take place from 6:30 a.m. on April 30 from the intersection of Nguyen Binh Khiem - Le Duan towards the main stand in front of Thong Nhat Hall (Doc Lap Palace). When the group ends, they will be divided into 4 directions to move to the gathering location: Tao Dan Park, Bach Dang Wharf, Hoa Lu Stadium and Le Van Tam Park.
Here are some suggestions for cafes located on the parade and parade axis with beautiful views and convenient locations to both sipping drinks and watching the event:
Saigon Oh
Located in the 42 Nguyen Hue apartment building, the view overlooking the pedestrian street is both convenient and easy to look at the big screens of the parade ceremony, parade on April 30. The shop is located on the 5th floor of the apartment, with a balcony towards Nguyen Hue walking street. This area can see the flow of parade, parade direction No. 2 from Le Duan gathered to Bach Dang wharf.
The restaurant is open from 8am to 11pm every day.
Address: Floor 5, 42 Nguyen Hue Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1.
K coffee
Located upstairs right on Nguyen Hue Walking Street, this shop is also an ideal place to drink coffee while watching the parade and parade. The shop has announced the opening of the ceremony for guests to enjoy the bustling atmosphere of the 50th anniversary of the Southern Liberation.
On April 30, the restaurant is open from 5am to 10:30pm.
Address: Floor 1, 68 Nguyen Hue Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1.
Ben Thanh Fishing Port
Located near Phu Dong Ben Thanh intersection, the restaurant has a spacious space, with a view towards the roundabout area and Ly Tu Trong and Le Lai streets. This is a beautiful location for visitors to observe the parade, marched in the direction of No. 1 from Le Duan to Tao Dan Park.
Note, the restaurant opens from 7am to 11pm every day and does not accept pre-booking.
Address: 1-3, Phan Chu Trinh Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1.
Coffee version
The shop hid in an old apartment complex on Le Loi Street with a cozy space, decorated in Japanese style from large bookcases, posters, and Japanese paintings. From the restaurant balcony, you can look out to the main street, see the flow of people participating in the parade on April 30.
The restaurant was open all night from April 29 to April 30 and did not accept pre-bookings. The balcony location has limited seating, prioritizing the elderly, old women, and veterans.
Address: Floor 2, 38/7 Le Loi Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1.
Godmother Bake & Brunch
With a direct view of Le Loi Street, which is a place to serve drinks and snacks, the restaurant is one of the most convenient addresses to watch the parade. The restaurant space is spacious, the menu is diverse, especially the cakes and snacks. The restaurant usually opens from 8am, only on April 30 opens from 7am and has holiday revenue.
Address: 70B, Le Loi Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1.
Okkio Caffe
This is a coffee shop on Le Loi Street, located near Nguyen Hue walking street and Ben Thanh Market. The restaurant serves specialty teas and coffees in a modern design space. Opening hours are daily from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., however, the restaurant's April 30 schedule has not been updated and the restaurant has not accepted to book a table in advance.
Address: 120 - 122, Le Loi Street, Ben Thanh Ward, District 1.
In addition, there are many shops located on the routes near the travel route of 4 parade and parade directions such as Thuc Coffee (Ly Tu Trong), Three O'clock (Nguyen Dinh Chieu), Soi cafe & eatery (Nguyen Dinh Chieu)... However, tourists and residents need to update and contact directly to know the opening schedule and booking status for April 30.
