Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour

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About this activity

With its unique location at the crossroads of East and West and abundant natural resources, Vietnam has long been a focal point of conflicts between major world powers. The country has witnessed numerous wars, most notably the Vietnam War, which involved the United States and significantly impacted 20th-century global history and the post-World War II world order.

Join this journey to gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s war history and the resilience of its people. Highlights:

Vietnam National Museum of History (Tuesday to Sunday)
The Air Defense - Air Force Museum (on Monday)
Hoa Lo Prison
B-52 Victory Museum

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 9 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: JA Vietnam

Ages: Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Admission fees: Admission fee
Included: Bottled water
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Itinerary

1
Vietnam National Museum of History

one hour Admission included
- Vietnam National Museum of History (Tuesday to Sunday): Explore Vietnam’s history during the French colonial period, the Vietnam War (Resistance War against the U.S.), and conflicts with the Khmer Rouge and China.
2
Vietnamese Air Force Museum

one hour Admission included
- The Air Defense - Air Force Museum (on Monday): A repository of heroic chapters in Vietnamese history—especially during the resistance wars against the French and the Americans—showcasing the remarkable feats of Vietnam’s air defense and air force branches.
3
B52 Victory Museum

30 min Admission included
- B-52 Victory Museum (Optional) – Witness the wreckage of a B-52 bomber, the largest and most advanced U.S. bomber of the 1970s. The museum also showcases missiles used to shoot down B-52s, anti-aircraft artillery, and fighter jets of the Vietnamese military.
4
Hoa Lo Prison

one hour Admission included
- Hoa Lo Prison – A dark prison used by the French to detain Vietnamese revolutionaries, later holding American pilots during the Vietnam War, famously nicknamed the "Hanoi Hilton Hotel" by U.S. prisoners.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please stand at the gate of the Vietnam National Museum of History, located at 216 Tran Quang Khai.

End point

The journey ends at Hoa Lo Prison. The final stop is at the back gate of the prison, from where you can easily make your way to the Old Quarter.
The tour ends right at the main gate of the B-52 Victory Museum, from where it’s very easy to catch a ride or walk back to your accommodation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Private option

With this option, you will take part in a private tour (no other guests will join)
Small group option

With this option, you will join a small group (or occasionally a private tour).
Private option on Monday

With this option, you will take part in a private tour (no other guests will join)
Small group option on Monday

Small group option: With this option, you will join a small group (or occasionally a private tour).