The museum focuses almost exclusively on the mistreatment of Vietnamese population under French rule, not exactly what I was expecting given the prison's fame in the West as the 'Hanoi Hilton' where US air pilots were kept during the Vietnam war. However, it was interesting especially to view the presentation of the way the US pilots were treated, no idea... More

This place gives you an understanding of what the people of Vietnam have gone through. Well worth the entry fee.

Wanted to do all the sights in Hanoi so came here one hot afternoon. its only 20,000dong to get it and whilst it doesn't take too long to get around (about an hour) it's well worth a visit. Grab a tour guide for 5,000 as well. I don't want to tell you whats there as it would ruin it if... More

Any attraction that shows the worse aspects cannot be called fun. However the prison was extremely interesting, if somewhat gut wrenching in parts. But a must see in Hanoi.

After visiting many great attractions in many different countries I think you can spend your time doing something a little more worth while! Cheap to get in, however what you actually see is worthless. Doesn't seem to reflect the history well. Most of what is displayed is things like 'the brick they used to build the prison' and things like... More

We really enjoyed wandering through the building & seeing a little slice of the history of the city. I'd take anything you read with a pinch of salt as it's a rather skewed view of events laced with lots of propaganda. Still interesting to see a different perspective & lovely to step out of the hustle of the city for... More

It was a great experience even though it is very small a nd an hour visit is more than enough. The history this museum has is very interesting!

Interesting place and a definite must for your tour but you won't feel like taking any photos here. Heart wrenching place.

Admission is only 20,000 Dong (US$!) and this is a very interesting and historic site. It's well worth a visit and gives you the flavor of this very unique building and its many uses during the 20th century.