[Ho Chi Minh with Kids] Ho Chi Minh City Resident Moms' Recommendations! Kids Cafe and Play Space Roundup [Latest Edition 2026]
Xin chào! This is Junjun from It It Vietnam.
Ho Chi Minh City is hot all year round. It's quite difficult for children to play outside like they do in Japan, isn't it? Many moms and dads might be wondering, "I want my kids to play to their heart's content!" or "I'm looking for a safe place for them to play!" (I'm one of them...).
So, we asked on Instagram, "Please tell us your recommended kids' cafes or cafes/restaurants with kids' spaces!" and received many responses from moms living in Ho Chi Minh City!
We've compiled all the recommendations from everyone, along with our own known recommendations.
Please use this as a保存版 (saver edition) when sightseeing or going out!
⚠️ Important notice and request
- The photos published in this article are borrowed from the official websites and Facebook pages of each establishment.
- The content published is based solely on information and reviews submitted by our followers. Actual menus and business hours may change.
- If you find any errors in the information or have any new additional information like "there's one here too!", please feel free to contact us via DM at @mmlt.vietnam!
- Let's all work together to create a wonderful compilation of information for families with children.
▶ Kids' Cafes and Playgrounds
1. Former District 2 Area
BAMA Kids Cafe【Target: Infants (0 years old to toddlers)】

This is the place for kids' cafes for babies and toddlers! There's a play area for babies in the middle of the store, so even 0-year-olds can play safely.
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SHOP INFO
📍 41 Thái Ly, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 9:00〜18:00 (⚠️Closed: Wednesdays)
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/hwdVP7nqwWQ5D4fC7
Giggle Beans Cafe【Target: Active children (late toddlers to elementary school age)】

A popular kids' cafe mainly for elementary school children. Located in the heart of Thao Dien, it has a wide range of trampolines and athletic play equipment.
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SHOP INFO
📍 34 Nguyễn Đăng Giai, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ Weekdays 9:00〜21:00 / Weekends 8:00〜21:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/NmscYkbTxg4LWnrN6
PeeKaBoo Premium Kids Cafe【Target: Infants to early elementary school age】

There are multiple locations in Ho Chi Minh City. The Q2 branch is next to Annam Gourmet, so you can stop by after shopping!
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SHOP INFO
📍 Q2 Terrace, 21 Võ Trường Toản, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ Weekdays 9:00〜21:00 / Weekends 8:00〜21:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/VqhhQg4LSEbKcaq19
Kiwooza Planet【Target: Toddlers to elementary school age】

There are multiple branches in Ho Chi Minh City. The Thiso Mall branch, which also has a large supermarket emart and pizza 4ps, is perfect for a day out!
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SHOP INFO
📍 10 Mai Chí Thọ, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ Weekdays 10:00〜22:00 / Weekends 9:00〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/8UrF9Z5CLHogF6WG7
Little Planet【Target: Around 3 years old to elementary school age / Adults】

A Japanese-developed playground that uses AR/VR and projection mapping. There are many attractions that adults can enjoy too!
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SHOP INFO
📍 161 Võ Nguyên Giáp, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 10:00~12:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/NDYNzct6KkZ4JX927
Kids Camp Plus【Target: Nursing infants to early elementary school age】

There are multiple locations in Ho Chi Minh City. The Estella branch is located inside Estella Place shopping mall, which has nursing rooms and dedicated children's restrooms.
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SHOP INFO
📍 Estella Kids Camp, 88 Song Hành, Bình Trưng, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 9:00〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/HNjS6nuz26VKsmEPA
Lều Coffee & Tea - An Phú Sport Quận 2【Target: Outdoor play (late toddlers〜elementary school age)】

An Phu Sport Park, which opened in 2026 next to Estella. You can play various outdoor sports there.
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SHOP INFO
📍 90 Song Hành, Bình Trưng, Hồ Chí Minh 700000
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/WcaXtKtfU2hTMAKN9
2. Former District 1 Area
Dino Cafe【Target: Toddlers to elementary school age】

As the name suggests, it's a kids' cafe with a dinosaur concept! Dinosaurs are everywhere on the spacious premises.
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SHOP INFO
📍 2Bis Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai, Sài Gòn, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ Weekdays 10:00〜21:00 / Weekends 8:00〜21:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/gryyMm67utxAwAT28
Lilliput 【Target: Infants to preschoolers】

A kids' cafe located in Diamond Plaza, in the central District 1, convenient for sightseeing. It features a cute interior with a merry-go-round and more.
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SHOP INFO
📍 Diamond Plaza, 34 Lê Duẩn, Sài Gòn, Hồ Chí Minh 700000
⏰ 9:00〜21:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/fnEssmNmJeo9oe5M7
3. Other Areas
Meow Meow Kidsplay Cafe【Target: Infants to elementary school age】

There are two locations in Ho Chi Minh City. The branch in the former District 4 area is easily accessible from the former District 1 and Thu Thiem areas.
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SHOP INFO
📍 39-39B Bến Vân Đồn, Xóm Chiếu, Hồ Chí Minh 700000
⏰ Weekdays 9:00〜21:00 / Weekends 8:00〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/D1Up6UoUfNXzeZvf9
Bigfun Teenclub【Target: Elementary school age to teens】

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SHOP INFO
A large-scale playground located within Van Hanh Mall in former District 10.
📍 Vạn Hạnh Mall, 11 Sư Vạn Hạnh, Hòa Hưng, Hồ Chí Minh 70000
⏰ 9:30〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/vNCkiDHDyNRyVJKK7
▶ Cafes and Restaurants with Kids' Spaces or Playgrounds
1. Former District 2 Area
The SNAP Cafe

A cafe with a sandbox and athletic play equipment in the outdoor area. It was recommended by multiple moms on Instagram!
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SHOP INFO
📍 32 Trần Ngọc Diện, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 7:30〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/4a4MmPyf7smv8oyn7
WKND

The most recommended cafe on Instagram! Inside the restaurant, there's a maze-like athletic play area partitioned by glass. To avoid crowds, mornings are best ◎
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SHOP INFO
📍 27 Tống Hữu Định, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 7:30〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/FR9Cx99wo3JUGEjq7
CASA Grande
A detached restaurant with a semi-outdoor playground with a roof. There are sofa seats near the play equipment, so you can eat while watching your children play in the playground. Children's events and workshops are sometimes held on weekends.
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SHOP INFO
📍 3A Trần Ngọc Diện, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ Weekdays 10:30〜21:30 / Holidays 9:00〜21:30
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/b66bWSKVrPXCLLJh7
Chickita
A popular restaurant for roasted chicken. There are multiple locations in Ho Chi Minh City, but the Thao Dien branch has a kids' space partitioned by glass.
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SHOP INFO
📍 230 Nguyễn Văn Hưởng, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 10:00〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/VgWDaZK4hG45Fw2U9
Minari

A Korean barbecue restaurant popular with Koreans living in Vietnam. It has a kids' space with a ball pit and slide inside the restaurant.
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SHOP INFO
📍 1B Đ. Số 11, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 16:00〜25:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/h3T4iiUcKLAstauA9
TARTINE (An Phu branch)

A cafe located near Lumiere, a residence in the Thao Dien An Phu area.
There is a kids' space at the back of the store. As it is a cafe without doors or windows, insect repellent is a must!
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SHOP INFO
📍 2/12 Võ Trường Toản, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 7:00〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/KPoeoNuyVjyY75xK7
BARTELS Thao Dien

A popular cafe from Bangkok, Thailand, has arrived in Vietnam for the first time! There's a small kids' space in a corner on the second floor. We recommend the two-person table seats right next to the kids' space!
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SHOP INFO
📍 11B Thảo Điền, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 7:00〜19:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/hc5v7RrPAhLWK74Z7
Guzzim

A Korean barbecue restaurant. It has a kids' space inside the restaurant with a climbing wall and mini suspension bridge.
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SHOP INFO
📍 215a Nguyễn Văn Hưởng, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 11:00〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/KUD5semAVvu761jH6
Nam Me Saigon

A restaurant primarily serving Vietnamese cuisine. It has a ball pit inside the restaurant.
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SHOP INFO
📍 7 Trần Văn Sắc, An Khánh, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 10:00〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/tBYWBYTHrBWiLKMe6
2. Other Areas
Maison MAROU Cafe Landmark

A cafe operated by a Vietnamese chocolate brand. It is located in Park 6 of Vinhome Centralpark. There is a kids' space on the 2nd floor where children can enjoy coloring.
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SHOP INFO
📍 Park 6 Building, Tân Cảng Complex, 720A Điện Biên Phủ, Vinhomes Tân Cảng, Thạnh Mỹ Tây, Hồ Chi Minh
⏰ 7:30〜22:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/7X61abnDnfin9wr89
BARTELS Sonatus

It is located in the Le Thanh Ton area where Japanese restaurants gather. The kids' space here is slightly larger than at the Thao Dien branch.
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SHOP INFO
📍 12 Ngô Văn Năm, Bến Nghé, Hồ Chí Minh 700000
⏰ 7:00〜19:00
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/Z9w4p1sLhL9rK8Ff9
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📍 Sonatus Building, Ground Floor 15, Lê Thánh Tôn, Sài Gòn, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/bhef8kVk2aoeCc62A
In'Joy Gluten Free Café & Bake

A gluten-free cafe and bakery perfect for children with wheat allergies and health-conscious mothers! The bread and sweets, made with body-friendly ingredients, can be safely given to small children. The biggest highlight here is the free, air-conditioned, and surprisingly authentic and spacious play area! It's a great escape from the heat on hot days.
Actually, this place is very close to our ít ít Việt Nam Ho Chi Minh store! After enjoying healthy snacks and playing to their heart's content in the cool space, please stop by our shop for a stroll and find your favorite sundries!
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SHOP INFO
📍 35 Trương Định, Bến Thành, Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh
⏰ 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM
🗺️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/g7vnotESyPD82jnB6
Shopping and Resting with Children at "ít ít Việt Nam" near Ben Thanh Market
After a satisfying meal, please visit ít ít Việt Nam, just a 2-minute walk from Ben Thanh Market.

After plenty of play and a full stomach, please stop by ít ít Việt Nam, just a 2-minute walk from Ben Thanh Market! Our air-conditioned shop is the perfect place to rest your tired body after walking around hot Ho Chi Minh City.
"But, the shop has so many beautiful Son Be ware (pottery), I'm worried my kids might break something."
Many parents might think that, but don't worry. ít ít Việt Nam has made thoughtful arrangements so that parents can enjoy shopping at their leisure, even with children, without any anxiety.

- A "table" where children can comfortably sit and rest
- "Original cute coloring pages" that children can engross themselves in
We have these ready for you! While your children are happily absorbed in coloring at the table, adults can take their time to browse Vietnamese handcrafted goods, mesh sandals, and accessories without worrying about the clock.
The shop is also filled with cute wooden toys made by Vietnamese artisans, souvenirs, and colorful embroidered items perfect for gifts. Feel free to open our blue door anytime, whether you're out for a walk or need a break.
May your family trip to Ho Chi Minh City be delicious, full of smiles, and wonderful memories! We look forward to your family's visit ♡
📍ít ít Việt Nam Ho Chi Minh Store: Right by Ben Thanh Market!

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📍 3rd floor, 14 Đ. Nguyễn An Ninh, Bến Thành, Quận 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🚶 2-minute walk from Ben Thanh Market
💳 Cash and credit cards accepted
※ Please note that you will need to climb stairs to reach the store.







