Activities

Life often feels like an uphill battle. Whenever you try to change something, do some good, or turn a negative into a positive, it can feel as if the world pushes back. Chelsey has dealt with this her whole life and yet hearing her story, I learned that she's never let that stop her.

What makes someone a fighter? The idea of stepping onto a mat, into a ring, or getting locked inside a cage isn’t something that most people would think of as particularly enjoyable, let alone a path to make a living out of. Yet for someone like Felipe, that's exactly what he's always done.

In founding Vietnam Hearts, Viet learned that giving back isn’t about grand gestures—it’s about consistency, compassion, and community. Each class he taught, each volunteer he recruited, and each smile from the children grounded him in a purpose bigger than his own pain. This is Viet's story of how helping others allowed him to find himself again.

Oanh's style was never about clothes. It was something deeper than that, an identity which carried her through The Demor's early days, through a breakup, through the long quiet of Covid, and eventually back to herself. What makes Oanh stylish isn’t what she wears—it's her steadiness, her courage to start again, and the quiet confidence with which she moves through the world.

With a name like Zac Crush, you'd expect Zac to be the type of guy who was always sure of himself. Listening to his story, I found that this was far from the case. From growing up insecure to travelling the world and now serving as a pillar in Vietnam's MMA community, Zac's story is one of facing his fears.

The first time I met Vanny was over dinner at An’s Saigon, where she’s the Founder and General Manager. Early in the night, I caught myself wondering, “What makes someone capable of running a place like this?” As the evening went on, the answer became clear.

Whether you're looking for a competitive game night with friends, a creative date idea, or a new hobby, let District 0 guide you to some of the best activities Saigon has to offer.

I'd never been to a live fight until Gods of Martial Arts' event on September 6th. Little did I know how much of a show I was in for.

It’s funny how some things work out. You can go to the same cafe every morning, day after day, and then—bam!—the owners recommend an album that captures the beauty, the sadness, the depth of autumn.

Being happy might mean living it up, but it also might mean giving it up to answer the call for something greater, something that might actually make you happy. Tim is the type of person to do that.

Whether you're in the mood for peaceful parks, tranquil spas, or hidden bars to unwind, District 0 is ready to help you find your personal oasis in Saigon.

If you’re in the mood for hidden bars and cafes, must-visit shops, or unforgettable street food, District 0 is ready to take you to Saigon’s hidden gems.

What happens in Vietnam stays in Vietnam. At least until you write about it.

From modern masterpieces to traditional works to thought-provoking installations, here are some of District 0's favourite art galleries in Saigon.

When love is in the air, District 0 knows where to go. From cafes to wine bars to parks, here are some of District 0's favourite date spots.

Bookstores are otherworldly, possessing a deep, spiritual quality that as a kid I could never understand nor put my finger on. Now that I’m older and I’m trying to make a living writing, the ethereal essence of a bookstore continues to hold me in a transfixed wonder.

Then that magical thing happens. At some point while admiring nature’s simplicity, you’ll realise you’ll have stopped thinking about all the things that were bothering you before. It all melted away.

“By the end of this class,” Tobi says, standing next to me as I attempt to sketch a blindfolded David, “you are going to learn that everyone can draw.”

Above Cafe Nuta’s red door are four red letters: L-I-V-E. As if to say, the cafe itself is live on the air and for those about to enter: please do so quietly.

Whenever I’m desperate for a dip in a pool, whenever I need to slow down a little, escape the grinding machinery of Saigon and spend several hours sinking into a peace and quiet like no other, I know where I’m going.

If a name ever told you anything about a person, Rosi Happi's should tell you all you need to know. In this profile, learn about a woman inciting positive change, one event at a time.

It was that morning I realised: 30/4 is not only a celebration of reunification, independence, and victory, but a testament to the beauty of peace.

When I speak about my barbershop, I’m not talking about the shop itself. I’m referring to my barber, a Vietnamese guy in his late-twenties called Phát .

It was quiet, and the quiet felt good. The quietness slowed things down. So slow, in fact, I could finally hear.

It’s one of the best ways to escape.

Who knew rolling around trying not to get choked out could be so therapeutic? Learn more about Liam's jiu jitsu journey in this essay.

The French have a saying worth remembering: “prends le temps de vivre”

Not sure what to do? Here's a trifecta of activities for an evening well spent in Saigon