Stroll at Yen So Park - The largest green park in Hanoi

Yen So Park is considered as the giant “green lung” in the heart of Hanoi, this is an ideal destination for those who want to return to nature after a series of noisy days. With a vast lake, lush green forests and fresh air, this place is suitable for picnics, cycling, or simply sitting and relaxing. If you are looking for a place where you can both breathe fresh air and capture beautiful moments, Yen So is definitely a choice not to be missed.

Yen So Park - an ideal picnic destination in Hanoi. (Source: Internet)

1. Where is Yen So Park?

Yen So Park is located in Yen So Ward, Hanoi City (formerly Hoang Mai District, Hanoi) next to the Phap Van - Cau Gie Expressway intersection. Yen So is one of the largest parks in Hanoi with a total area of up to 323 hectares. Due to its prime location and fresh, clean nature, Yen So Park is increasingly attracting visitors.

In addition to the densely planned green tree system in the large campus, the park also has many special architectural works such as: Cultural village, outdoor theater, boat house, maze garden, exhibition house, etc. bringing many experiences to visitors when coming here.

Yen So Park helps you immerse yourself in nature with its large green tree system. (Source: Internet)

There are many ways to get to Yen So Park. If you are in the city center, it only takes about 20 minutes by car. Some means of transportation you can refer to are:

• Bus: You can catch the following bus routes: Bus 04 (Long Bien - Nuoc Ngam Bus Station), route 06A (Giap Bat Bus Station - Cau Gie), route 21B (Phap Van Urban Area - Yen Nghia Bus Station), route 60 (Tu Hiep Urban Area - Nam Thang Long), with prices from 7,000 - 9,000 VND/trip. You choose the bus route that suits your starting point.
• Motorcycles, personal cars: From the city center, you will move to Giai Phong Street, follow the direction of Ring Road 3, Phap Van - Cau Gie Expressway area, you will see Yen So Park gate. You can look up the route on Google Maps for easy travel.
• Taxi, motorbike taxi technology: Technology motorbike taxi and taxi services in the capital also bring you quality experiences. You can use them to get to Yen So park quickly without having to spend too much time finding your way.

You can travel to Yen So park by bus. (Source: Internet)

2. Price list for camping and entertainment services at Yen So Park

Coming to Yen So Park, you will be free of entrance fee, however, you will have to pay some expenses for other activities. Below are the reference prices for the activities you use at the park as follows.

Price list for entertainment and recreation services

Price list for camping services

You choose the service depending on the purpose of your trip to ensure a day of rest and enjoy the space here to the fullest.

3. What is special about Yen So Park?

3.1. Is a very chill place for picnics and camping

Yen So Park is a great picnic, camping and outing spot for young people and families with small children. The park has a large area of land, lakeside combined with green lawns that are neatly trimmed and clean, creating an ideal space for visitors to pitch tents, camp and enjoy a truly relaxing weekend.

Note: After 7pm the park will close, if you want to stay overnight you need to contact the management in advance. Surely the experiences here will be extremely memorable for you.

Many groups of young people and families come here for camping and picnics. (Source: Internet)

3.2. Green, fresh space for physical activities and sports

Because of its green space, Yen So Park is also known as the “green lung” of Hanoi. The landscape here is mostly green trees, lakes and long stretches of grass. Thanks to the open space, fresh air and little dust, this place is very suitable for outdoor activities without worrying about being stuffy or cramped like in small parks in the city.

You can participate in sports activities here such as jogging, brisk walking, relaxing cycling, yoga, etc. Amidst the space filled with trees and sunlight, it will bring you extremely interesting experiences, immersing yourself in nature to feel your soul relaxed.

Green space suitable for physical activities and cycling. (Source: Internet)

3.3. An ideal place for team building activities

With a spacious space, a capacity of up to 10,000 people combined with many large lawns, lakes, and green areas, Yen So Park is also an ideal choice for organizing outdoor team building activities.

Accordingly, you can organize group games, continuous or small group activities, then set up camp, eat, organize outdoor galas, etc.

However, you should ask for permission or register with the management board if you want to organize team building with a large group. After finishing, you need to clean up to preserve the general landscape as well as protect the environment.

Many team building activities are held at Yen So Park. (Source: Internet)

3.4. Is a hot place to check-in, take souvenir photos, yearbook photos, and wedding photos

Yen So Park has a diverse and beautiful natural landscape, lush green trees and winding stone paths, creating a romantic and close-to-nature space. Thanks to that, many young people come here to capture beautiful images without having to create elaborate scenes.

In particular, this place has a large space, not too crowded, activities such as taking graduation photos, wedding photos, etc. also become easier and more convenient, you can take many angles without worrying about strangers getting in the frame.

Here you can easily get beautiful photos. (Source: Internet)

3.5. It is a place that regularly holds major music festivals.

Not only is it a place for people to enjoy green space and relax on weekends, but it also becomes an ideal location for major events and music festivals.

The spacious campus provides full amenities, close to the city center but still separate enough to host events and music festivals without much impact on the residential area.

There have been many music festivals held at Yen So Park attracting many participants such as: Electronic Music Festivals (EDM Festivals); exchange programs, art performances, food fairs; HAY Glamping Music Festival, etc.

There are many big events and music festivals held at Yen So Park. (Source: Internet)

3.6. Full range of services and amenities

With the increasing demand of Hanoians in particular and tourists in general for a place that has both a quiet space on weekends and ensures convenient services, Yen So Park has invested quite fully in services and utilities. This helps tourists and locals when coming here to have peace of mind to play and picnic all day without worrying about shortages or inconveniences.

There is a spacious parking area, clean public toilets located in many areas, stone benches, playground equipment rental services, etc.

Yen So Park provides full services and amenities for visitors. (Source: Internet)

4. Notes when coming to Yen So Park

To make your picnic and entertainment trip at Yen So Park smooth and memorable, you should note the following points:

• Maintain public hygiene, do not litter, when finished, collect trash and dispose of it in the right place.
• Do not make noise or cause disorder, respect common space, especially when there are children and elderly people around.
• Do not swim in the lake without permission, because the lakes are quite deep and not designed for swimming. Avoid letting children play near the lake without adult supervision.
• Prepare all necessary items before going such as: sunscreen, drinking water, snacks, mat, mosquito repellent, prepare a jacket if going early in the morning.
• If you organize team building activities, take graduation photos, set up tents, etc., you should contact the management board in advance to ask for permission.
• Comply with park regulations, do not climb trees, break branches, pick flowers, step on carpets if there are signs prohibiting it, do not shoot fireworks, flammable objects, etc.
• The ideal time to have fun is from 7am to 11am, or 3pm to 6pm, when the weather is cool and not too crowded.

After picnicking, you need to clean up to preserve the landscape and protect the environment here. (Source: Internet)

Above is complete information about Yen So Park - an ideal destination for camping and weekend picnics in the heart of Hanoi capital. Coming here, you will be immersed in nature, fresh air, helping your soul relax after busy working days. Hopefully, these shares will help you prepare for a memorable trip to Yen So Park.

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