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If you want to gain an...
If you want to gain an extensive insight to what Vietnam has endured over the years this tour is for you. Julia wa a fantastic guide who was thorough and shared in a way I could retain so much information
Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Price from
- $46 / person
- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 46 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 9
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- JA Vietnam
- Meeting point
- Please stand at the gate of the Vietnam National Museum of History, located at 216 Tran Quang Khai.
Description
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
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM and 1:30 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 12–90)
- $46
- Child (ages 3–11)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $57.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vietnam National Museum of History
- 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.
Vietnamese Air Force Museum
- 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.
B52 Victory Museum
- 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.
Hoa Lo Prison
- 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.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Admission fee
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
46 reviews
How it compares in Hanoi
- Rated higher than 73% of 1,253 reviewed tours in Hanoi
- Starting price $46 is 60% above the typical $29 for tours of similar length in Hanoi
Excurgo comparison of 9,016 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour take?
Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour cost?
Prices start at $46 per person for this Hanoi experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $57. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
How much does Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay nothing, adults from $46.
Can I cancel Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please stand at the gate of the Vietnam National Museum of History, located at 216 Tran Quang Khai. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 9 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(46)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
Y
Amazing tour with a very knowledgeable guide
Fantastic tour! Nam was our guide and did a great job of retelling the history of Vietnam in a way that keep us engaged the entire time. I would recommend this your to anyone who wants to learn about how Vietnam became the country that it is today.
2
Great informative experience with a wonderful guide!
Great experience with our guide Van!! Very informative tour of our guide who presented everything with great pride in her country and people!! Without a professional guide we would have missed a lot information in the museum! The prison is well presented and Van gave our brains a workout with some of her questions!! Highly recommend both the tour and Van - cannot recommend her highly enough! Thankyou
L
Absolute recommendation!
We met with our guide (Son), and after a brief overview of what we would see and a short introduction from him, we were already on our way. He explained the history of Vietnam really well and informatively. You could tell that he really enjoys his work and has incredible knowledge about the history of Vietnam. Thanks for everything!
T
Our guide Nam Tran was a...
Our guide Nam Tran was a wealth of knowledge. We learnt so much about the history, it was an Amazing Day! A highlight our trip, so highly recommended this tour and in particular Nam ✨️
S
Great History Lesson
Nam was an excellent tour guide. He has a true passion for history and really took time with us to answer questions. Highly recommend this tour!
A
We had an excellent tour with Nam. He was extremely knowledgeable and friendly… a really meaningful experience.
Well worth the tour — my wife and I were very glad we did the tour instead of just doing the museums without a guide. As Americans visiting Vietnam we thought it was important for us to hear a Vietnamese perspective on our fraught shared history. Would highly recommend.
M
Nam was an excellent and knowledgeable guide. He explained Vietnam’s history in a logical and clear manner.
Nam was well prepared to discuss Vietnam with the two history buffs in our group. they shared details and opinions of quite a number of events.
J
Van was very informative...
Van was very informative and I learned a lot of Vietnamese history. The Hoa Lo prison was fascinating, but sobering. So much suffering.
E
Excellent. I recommend the tour
Complete tour. The guide is full of knowledge and happy to answer questions. You are never rushed.
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