Ho Chi Minh City to build new pedestrian bridge from Nha Rong to Bach Dang Wharf

Ho Chi Minh City is planning a significant cultural park and public space development along the western bank of the Saigon River, aiming to create a large-scale, connected waterfront area. The proposed project, estimated to cost 29.317 trillion VND (approximately $1.15 billion USD), will link the Ba Son, Bach Dang, and Nha Rong - Khanh Hoi areas. This initiative seeks to create a unified public space, enhancing the riverside's aesthetic and recreational value for residents. The project is slated for implementation between 2026 and 2029.

A key feature of the development is the planned construction of a new pedestrian bridge directly connecting the Nha Rong - Khanh Hoi Port area to Bach Dang Wharf. This bridge is intended to serve as an architectural highlight and ensure seamless connectivity between these two important public spaces along the river. The Nha Rong - Khanh Hoi section will see the renovation of the Saigon Port headquarters into a space for work, exhibitions, and events, potentially featuring a restored model of the ship Amiral Latouche-Tréville, linked to Ho Chi Minh's historic departure in 1911.

The project also includes extensive infrastructure improvements. Road Nguyễn Tất Thành will be widened to 8-10 lanes, and new underpasses and bridges are planned, including an underpass at Hoàng Diệu and new and expanded bridges at Tân Thuận. The Bach Dang area will also undergo significant upgrades, including the partial undergrounding of Tôn Đức Thắng street, the construction of underground parking and commercial spaces, and the expansion of the riverbank and related facilities. The overarching goal is to create a continuous cultural park and green corridor along the western bank of the Saigon River, transforming currently fragmented areas into a cohesive and vibrant urban landscape.