the Southern Women's Museum is pretty traditional, about the role of the Vietnamese woman in war and family, the cloths etc. Mostly photos of female heroes and alike. not really a must see, but if you don't know what to do, still a possible visit.

This is a very interesting museum from a number of perspectives. The various floors hold differing themes. The history and evolution of the native dress is immensely interesting. Once again, the floor dealing with the conflict is incredibly touching and deeply saddening.

The outstanding Women’s Museum in Hanoi left a lasting impression on me. So I had high expectations for this museum in Ho Chi Minh City, but I was quite underwhelmed with this one. Part of the reason is that it appears to be under renovation, and only part of the first floor is open to the public. And that probably reflects the ticket price – – free. If you get a chance to tour the Women’s Museum in Hanoi, don’t pass it up!

I visited the Southern Women's Museum on a Monday. I got to the museum at 11:00 am and was promptly told the museum was closed for lunch. Returning at 1 pm I was allowed into the free museum. The grounds were beautifully maintained. I was fortunate as I was able to see a special exhibit "Vietnamese Women's Contribution to Diplomacy in the War Against France and the USA," which was running through the end of June. It was a collection of photographs and news stories from the 1950s and 1960s detailing Vietnamese Women engaged in diplomatic efforts around the world to bring the Wars to an end. Most notable a collection of photos of Fidel Castro posing with Vietnamese women. The museum itself contained displays of typical Vietnamese woman's roles in Vietnam's society - contributions to the family, industry, and the war efforts. I found it a little hypocritical depicting the victimization of Vietnamese women at the hands of the French, Americans and South Vietnamese - while in the adjacent rooms having photographs and statues commemorating the women's contribution to the wars... from running weapons and support to active combat roles. The museum is free, the building is warm with no air conditioning and the fans were off during my visit. There is a small gift shop selling some small trinkets and having a few brochures with information about the museum.

Very underrated museum! It's entirely free of charge, and the collection is so informative and interesting! It has been done with a great deal of love for details. There is information about Vietnamese horoines throughout the time, as well as about women of the minorities, including their every-day life, fashion etc. Many pictures and sculptures - so not boring and also good for kids!

Not mentioned in many guide books. Located in a large building on 3 floors. Free of charge. Lost of photos with some English. Costumes good.

This museum was incredible. I don't think I've seen a museum anywhere in the world that has such good coverage of the role of women in the countries modern history. It represents women as mothers, leaders, politicians, crafts people, martyrs, prisoners, soldiers, freedom fighers and hero's. It is well worth a visit and one might easily spend a few hours browsing the exhibitions. Its worth noting that if you have difficulty with stairs you would not be able to access this attraction.

This is an interesting place and well laid out. It was interesting to us as American's. We found it nice that the females, who play such an important role, are recognized. It was unfortunate that the day we went there were several preschools touring as well.

Really interesting museum showcasing women’s roles in the resistance against the French and Americans as well as displaying crafts. Many displays of women martyrs as well as techniques used by women to fight aggressors.

This museum is a 20 minute walk from the Independence Palace. I mention that as it may be easier than going by taxi. Ours dropped us off at a nearby hospital! None in the area spoke English and we don't speak Vietnamese. They indicated that we were in the right place but that it would not be open until 1pm. After asking to take a peek beyond the gates and seeing lots of patients in wheelchairs, we realised we were definitely in the wrong place! Contrary to the website, the Museum closes at midday for two hours. So don't leave it too late to visit. You'll need a good hour plus. There are three floors. The first deals with costumes, weaving and associated ethnographic detail. It was all rather dusty. Having been to the Women's Museum in Hanoi, this one could learn something from its northern cousin. But as entry is free and there is no gift shop or cafe to generate income, it may have very limited income. There was also only one other visitor when we went around. The middle floor has a very interesting display about the women's contribution to the fight for freedom. It is moving and also empowering. The top floor brought us to date with women's contribution to industry, sport, medicine, etc. Alas, we ran out of time before noon to see it all.