Vietnam Military History Museum, Hanoi
Vietnam Military History Museum
Vietnam Military History Museum
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Tuesday
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
1:00 PM - 4:30 AM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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This repository of Vietnam's military history includes rooms full of war propganda, photographs and documents from wars against China, France, and the United States. The grounds feature several captured aircraft as well as a central structure build from the wreckage of French and American planes. Visitors may climb the flag tower, with great views from the top.
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1-2 hours
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N21dx
Singapore, Singapore194 contributions
Feb 2020
This was one of the best military's museum that I have visited before. Simply wonderful. They have exhibits of US's aircrafts that was taken down by the Vietnamese Army. They have amazing exhibits of how the Vietnamese Army fought and chased away the invading armies. After a trip here, I truly admire and respect the people of Vietnam more.
Written December 31, 2020
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markllydselby
Cardiff, UK27 contributions
Mar 2020
Spent a great morning here. Unsurprisingly much of the focus is upon the French and American conflicts. I can't imagine that there's collection anywhere else in the world of US helicopters, planes, and other military vehicles to rival the one that the museum has
Written August 25, 2020
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James N
34 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
Any museum of military history will peak an enthusiasts want to see coupled with the citadel makes for a great couple of hours. Yes things are dated but great representations of the major conflicts that Vietnam has endured, coupled with a visit to the citadel you will spend a good portion of the day, if your a history buff.
Written June 17, 2020
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Khushbu Mehta
Bengaluru, India2,473 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
It was walking distance for us from the imperial palace. The sight of huge aeroplanes and helicopters and fighter jets and missiles just adds to the whole excitement. Once u enter the museum its a plethora of knowledge. They’ve displayed extensively about all the wars Vietnam has suffered over the ears. Must visit. Do hike the flag tower for some amazing views
Written May 18, 2020
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Gmglcfc
Kirby Muxloe, UK293 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Military museum mainly covering the French and especially American conflicts .
Quite a lot of army and airforce hardware including ex US as one would expect. The internal exhibits weren’t really that exciting .
The Flag Tower is within the museum grounds which is worth a look.
Overall, ok for a visit, good for photos of the planes and tanks etc but I thought the similar museum in HCMC was better.
Quite a lot of army and airforce hardware including ex US as one would expect. The internal exhibits weren’t really that exciting .
The Flag Tower is within the museum grounds which is worth a look.
Overall, ok for a visit, good for photos of the planes and tanks etc but I thought the similar museum in HCMC was better.
Written April 30, 2020
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cody m
England, UK1 contribution
Jan 2020
I've constantly been captivated by Military and war history, watching films and also playing games based war. It was a total treat for me to find out all of the military equipment along with ammunition. Everybody may not like it almost as I did. Though its an extremely cool spot to enjoy.
Written April 22, 2020
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Hodges M
1 contribution
Jan 2020
it was fascinating to check out the edge of Vietnam. it is split in areas that are different plus you've to move around. a couple of trucks and also jets. and helicopters simply stay away from the toilets extremely horrible. you are able to spend in USD also.
Written April 14, 2020
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Moss M
1 contribution
Feb 2020
We enjoyed the tour of the museum, it's a lot to take a look at. You will find scores of artifacts, military equipment, along with war info. The museum is affordable, you have to time the go to of yours as there's a lunchtime break for approx. An extremely great must-do activity.
Written April 13, 2020
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Eldredge F
Vietnam1 contribution
Feb 2020
Great museum of Vietnamese army history (which to ninety nine % of individuals would mean the French and american Wars) Dien Bien Phu area of French history great but Im guessing many people are simply enthusiastic about the US (and puppet South) vs North Vietnam. Really one sided propaganda version of events, that is really at odds with the typical US version of history - although North won, so in this instance they're permitted to create the story! Fascinating displays and also a lot of planes and tanks outside. It's a little overlooked as well as the US jets, particularly, would use a layer of paint and a little TLC, But usually, a fascinating museum in case you'd like historical past from an alternative viewpoint.
Written April 8, 2020
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Obie A
1 contribution
Feb 2020
An anticipated 1 hour visit considered three in addition. it is not a great deal the weighty equipment outside, It is the graphic photo's & the stories & volumes that choose them in this particular museum. I went out of the top part of Vietnam on the bottom part by train, passing through the farms & villages & this's what made it much more confronting to believe what a lot of Vietnam's individuals have lived through. check out the Museum & I am certain you will have different perspective on both the country and the folks.
Written April 8, 2020
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Jakob I
1 contribution
Is it possible to store backpacks while touring the museum??
robert w
Auckland, New Zealand216 contributions
I did not see anywhere to store anything at the Museum... at the Ho Chi Minh Memorial in Hanoi however there are excellent storage facilities (arrangements) and as you enter cameras and water bottles are taken from you then restored to you at the end of your visit. I did not see anything similar at the Museum... the Museum is however DEFINATELY worth a visit, it is incredibly interesting with many exhibits of the Vietnam War. Hope this helps.
Hanhiemo
Helsinki, Finland309 contributions
Hi, do you know if this Museum is open on the 31st December or 1st January?
erin464
Houston, TX846 contributions
We are looking at doing a War Sites Walking Tour, which includes a visit to this museum. I am wondering whether a 3 hour tour that also walks through the French Quarter and visits Hoa Lo Prison could do this museum justice, or whether more time is needed to really see this museum. How much time do people generally spend here?
Camelgirl43
Asheville, NC161 contributions
We did it on our own and we're pretty relaxed when we aren't with a tour group. (We were on a tour but stayed 4 extra days in Hanoi to do things on our own). 3 hours should be enough for all 3 things. I find when you are on a tour, it's more focused and you don't wander about like we did. It's a spread out museum and many of the rooms aren't that interesting because there are no translations. Especially the very old stuff. They have been fighting invasions for 1,000 years!!! We wanted to see more modern things like from the time of the French occupation and the U.S. involvement, which is from their point of view, of course. If you haven't seen it, I highly recommend watching the recent Ken Burns documentary Vietnam which I think you can now get on YouTube. It makes it all more understandable and interesting--gives a big picture narrative from both sides, which helps understand what you are looking at in this museum (& the whole country). The outdoor exhibits might upset some Americans because it's a lot of captured military equipment. We thought it was a good museum overall. We liked Hanoi a lot! Enjoy your trip.
oconnorfrances
County Dublin, Ireland1 contribution
What are opening hours today
Anurag Nirmal
New Delhi, India56 contributions
open from 10 am to 6pm
aidancarter123
England, UK
hi how much in british pounds is
Ji10101
Seoul, South Korea61 contributions
I visited the museum in this month.
its enterance fee was 40,000VND
I'm not sure of the foreign currency rate.
anyway it costed about 2USD
I hope it will help you
enjoy your trip to Hanoi
Sheryl G
toronto476 contributions
Are there any docent tours available? Or any other onsite tour guides for English speaking visitors?
Thanks!
Angela M
Metro Manila, Philippines48 contributions
How much is the entrance fee to Vietnam Military History Museum?
ChiefClancyWiggum
Springfield, IL268 contributions
It were 30.000 Dong in March 2013, but may have changed since then.
Please note that the opening times provided on Tripadvisor are wrong, the correct opening times are:
Tuesday to Saturday:
8.00 am- 11.15 am & 13.00 pm- 16.15 pm
Frequently Asked Questions about Vietnam Military History Museum
- Vietnam Military History Museum is open:
- Sun - Sun 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Tue - Tue 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Tue - Thu 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Wed - Wed 1:00 PM - 4:30 AM
- Thu - Thu 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Sat - Sun 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Sat - Sat 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- We recommend booking Vietnam Military History Museum tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 15 Vietnam Military History Museum tours on Tripadvisor
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