Ho Chi Minh City - Post Report Question and Answers
Do you feel that it is safe to walk, run or hike outside? Are there areas where bike riding is possible? What is the availability and safety of outdoor space for exercising? Are these easily accessible?
Safe, yes. There is very little crime here, and we have no issues walking anywhere at any time of day. Traffic is probably the biggest issue, and sidewalks are not uniformly present or maintained. Watch out for the motorbikes while walking and you'll be ok, though it's maybe not the most peaceful experience. Some people bike, but personally I think I'd find weaving in and out of the traffic stressful. There are some parks for exercising, but in general, the city lacks significant green space. - Apr 2025
I walk around the city quite often and it's completely safe if you are aware of your surroundings. Sometimes motorbikes will use the sidewalks because there is traffic or it's a one-way street. A couple of people ride their bikes to work from D2 daily. I would never do that but they have been fine. The D2 homes have an outdoor workout space with outdoor equipment. We also do boot camp weekly outside with the Marines. There are also plenty of parks that locals work out in, but parks have rats in them and they are not scared of people and come out during all hours, so I generally avoid them. - Jul 2024
