Let’s explore the sights of Ho Chi Minh City
before and after participating in the most memorable running race – HCMC Marathon 2025 on Le Duan road District 1!
LOOKING FOR A COMFORTABLE STAY BEFORE THE BIG RUN RACE?
Below are our top hotel and motel recommendations for participants. Choosing the right place to stay is essential for proper rest before and after the HCMC Marathon 2025. Have a look at our suggestions for offering you a comfortable and restful stay in your running journey!
Pull Man Hotel
Pull Man Hotel
Pull Man Hotel
Pull Man Hotel
Pull Man Hotel
HIT FITNESS WITH THE GYMS TO LEVERAFE YOUR LIMIT BEFORE THE RACE
Discover some partner gyms that facilitate premium equipment and machines that can maintain the fitness within athletes before joining the race.
ARE YOU SEEKING FOR FITNESS-FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS?
Fitness and healthy restaurants can enrich nutritional needs, inhibit digestive discomfort to leverage performance, and support recovery. On the other side, unwinding at a coffee shop can offer you a space for relaxation and mental rejuvenation. Try out our below recommendations!
At Poke Saigon, athletes can create their nutritious poke bowl with a choice of three protein options: tuna, salmon, and crab, along with up to 15 different toppings. Finally, select a sauce to complete a delicious and healthy meal that will boost your performance for this year’s HCMC Marathon!
You can visit Poke Saigon at one of three branches in Ho Chi Minh City:
📍 39 Nguyen Duy Hieu, Thao Dien, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City
📍 42 Nguyen Hue (2nd floor), District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
📍 42 Ly Tu Trong (1st floor), District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Visit Yakuzen Healthy Restaurant, customers can take a health assessment using the Health Check App, which offers 8 menus corresponding to 8 different health profiles. Based on the results, the restaurant will provide personalized menu recommendations to meet each customer’s needs, ensuring both delicious meals and health benefits.
Athletes can visit and enjoy at:
📍 4-6 Nguyen Thi Dieu, Vo Thi Sau, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Le Monde Steak specializes in serving Steak and Pasta to customers. Steak is an essential source of protein for muscle building and development, which is especially important for runners needing recovery after training sessions and marathon races.
Runners can choose the nearest branch to recharge with protein at:
📍 78B Cao Thang, Ward 4, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
📍 11H Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Did you know: Some famous athletes have thrived on a vegetarian diet, such as ultramarathon runner Scott Jurek and tennis player Venus Williams.
Rou Vegetarian Restaurant can help athletes detoxify their bodies with vegetarian meals, providing essential nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin E, fiber, magnesium, and other health-boosting substances.
Additionally, the restaurant features a refreshing outdoor coffee area:
📍 567A Tran Hung Dao, Cau Kho, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
UNWIND YOURSELF BEFORE AND AFTER THE HCMC MARATHON 2025
Some activities that could support our warriors in releasing stress and unwinding yourself before and after joining the HCMC Marathon 2025. Check out these top attractions that you MUST experience when you arrive in Ho Chi Minh City.
Public bicycle-sharing service
Enjoy the spring in Sai Gon while riding bikes could support racers to feel relax.
Swimming
Primes the body of racers for optimal performance, promotes muscle relaxation, and reduces the risk of injury during the race.
Spa and Massage
Enhancing muscle circulation and blood flow in the body aids athletes in rapid recovery and relaxation.
Ice-skating
Offers runners a fun and enjoyable way to cross-train, unwind, and recharge both physically and mentally.
Saigon’s Street Coffee Scene
Enjoy the vibrancy of the early-morning coffee should not be missed. It’s a perfect way for runners to unwind amidst the lush greenery.
Walking by Pho Di Bo
Experience the simple pleasure of strolling along the road, lace up your shoes, step outside
Since the HCMC Marathon season will be held in early spring of 2025, we highly encourage athletes to experience these activities to fully appreciate the poetic beauty and fresh atmosphere of spring in Saigon.