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Amazing Water Puppet Show
It was uniquely entertaining Music was amazing Loved every minute of the show Definitely worth watching if in HCMC
Ho Chi Minh City: Golden Dragon Water Puppet Ticket
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At a glance
- Duration
- 45 min
- Price from
- $17 / person
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 95 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 100
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Generations ago, Vietnamese puppeteers performed for their rural communities in waist-deep water, bringing to life legends and stories about their region. Water puppetry theaters like Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater continue that tradition into the modern-day and are a fun, family-friendly way to experience a hallmark of traditional Vietnamese culture. With this bundle, you will: • Experience a wonderful Water Puppet Show, which is regarded as a form of Vietnamese traditional art. • Get the good view seats • Easy to pick up the ticket at the meeting point • Experience this unique form of Vietnamese art.
Tour Options
Itinerary
With the entrance ticket, you have the chance to relish in the fascinating art of a water puppet show, which is closely associated with the spiritual life of Vietnamese people, especially in the countryside. The show’s chosen stage is not big but it is the traditional stage with the surface of a water pool. The puppeteers present their clever skills in managing puppets by long bamboo rods and string mechanism under the surface. A traditional Vietnamese orchestra is an excellent music accompaniment. The puppets depict the story from the songs during the show, which reflects the peaceful life of the Vietnamese countryside, so it is not too difficult to understand it. Note: Please be present at the showtime 15 minutes before for check in and getting your seats
Highlights
Water puppet show ticket voucher
What's included
Included
Water puppet show ticket voucher
Not included
Transportation to the water puppet theater.
Other foods, beverages and services not mentioned in the inclusions
Travel insurance
Traveller Ratings
4.7
95 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking.
- A surcharge maybe applied to the bookings with 2 or more children.
- Arrive 15 minutes before the show starts, you will not revive a replacement ticket for another show time if you are late
- Flash photography is not permitted in the theater
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ho Chi Minh City: Golden Dragon Water Puppet Ticket take?
Ho Chi Minh City: Golden Dragon Water Puppet Ticket lasts about 45 min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Ho Chi Minh City: Golden Dragon Water Puppet Ticket cost?
Prices start at $17 per person for this Ho Chi Minh City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Ho Chi Minh City: Golden Dragon Water Puppet Ticket for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult. Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Ho Chi Minh City: Golden Dragon Water Puppet Ticket worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 95 verified reviews; it is run by TNK Travel. Most-mentioned highlights: Water puppet show ticket voucher.
Reviews(95)
A
Unique experience!!!!!!...
Unique experience!!!!!! Everyone visiting Vietnam should see this show, it is amazing!!! Especially kids will love it.
J
Great fun for all very worth the ticket price
The 45 minute show is punctual, very well produced, inexpensive, and nice depiction of Vietnamese culture. The musicians play and provide voice interpretation of puppet masters is extremely well timed for 45 minutes. The voices maintainin perfect unison with the players, and because the musicians and puppet masters follow the script in detail, the show performance is flawless. Nearly all seats are taken, so if you want good seats buy tickets early. The theater staff are courteous, well spoken, and helpful. The show is entertaining for ages from well behaved the 3yr old to 103. The only turnoff are the many people taking their phones out to record the show obstructing the view of the show for the paying customers behind them.
T
The tour guide Anny had very good and helpful service, enjoy the trip so much, I would recommend the trip and tour guide
The tour guide Anny had very good and helpful service, enjoy the trip so much, I would recommend the trip and tour guide Anny to my friends.
Operator response
Hi Mr/Mrs, Thank you for reaching out and providing us with your valuable feedback. We hope you had a fantastic experience with TNK and looking forward to seeing you again. Best regard, TNK Travel Team
K
Water Puppets
Great Fun! Worth the 45 minutes. You won't see anything like this somewhere else. The musicians and puppeteers were great
B
Only if you're in the front row!
It might have been a good experience if I could see it. I was in seat J6, so had a sea of big heads in front of me. At one point I had to tell the people in front of me to stop moving around in their seats so I could perhaps see some of the show. Not impressed!
Operator response
Hello Mr/Ms, Thank you for booking a tour with TNK Travel ❤️ Due to the seating arrangement and availability, we are unfortunately unable to guarantee front-row seats. We truly appreciate your understanding. Thank you again for choosing us, and we hope to see you again on your next trip! Best regards, TNK Travel Team
S
Water puppet theatre
Spoken in local language as you would expect so couldn't catch the jokes but stories came across well through puppetry skills. Amusing to adults but could see children in the audience laughing. Great way to spend 45 mins with cultural exposure😊
A
Very good
Excellent show to see, different very much enjoyed
Operator response
Hi Mr/Mrs, Thank you for reaching out and providing us with your valuable feedback. We hope you had a fantastic experience with TNK and looking forward to seeing you again. Best regard, TNK Travel Team
H
Nice experience, our...
Nice experience, our children 4 and 6 years old also liked it very much. Very nice water puppet show.
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4
The music, sound, dance... are excellent!
The music, sound, dance... are excellent!
Operator response
Hi Mr/Mrs, Thank you for reaching out and providing us with your valuable feedback. We hope you had a fantastic experience with TNK and looking forward to seeing you again. Best regard, TNK Travel Team
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