Discover Hue in 2023: How Much to Pay for Popular Sights
Posted By : Threeland Travel / Hue-Travel Tips
Hue is one of the most fascinating destinations in Vietnam. It was the seat of the Nguyen Dynasty from 1802 to 1945, and it still preserves many of its historical and cultural monuments. If you are planning to tour in Hue in 2023, you will need to know the ticket prices for the most popular attractions, such as the Imperial City, the Tomb of Khai Dinh. In this article, we will provide you with the latest information on the ticket prices and some useful tips on how to make your Hue tour unforgettable.
1. Hue Imperial City
Hue Imperial City is part of the complex of Hue ancient relics recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage in 1993. Visitors here will experience a variety of services such as space for traditional craft performances. Hue system, VR virtual reality experience, tram, automatic voiceover service, ancient photography. This is one of the best places to visit in Hue Vietnam.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 200,000 VND/ticket.
- Children from 7 to 12 years old: 40,000 VND/ticket.
2. Gia Long Tomb
Gia Long Tomb is a beautiful and serene complex of many mausoleums of the royal family, with the center being Gia Long Emperor’s grave - the founder of the Nguyen dynasty. It is located in a mountainous area surrounded by pine forests and prioritizes minimalism in harmony with nature while still ensuring feng shui elements. It is definitely worth a visit if you’re interested in history and architecture.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 150,000 VND/ticket.
- Children from 7 to 12 years old: Free.
3. Tomb of Minh Mang
The Tomb of Minh Mang is the royal tomb of the 2nd emperor of the Nguyen dynasty. It is located on Cam Khe mount, near the junction of Bang Lang, the confluence of the two sides of the Perfume River, 12 km from Hue Citadel. The tomb was built from 1840 to 1843 by more than ten thousand workers and soldiers. Minh Mang Emperor, whose reign marks the culmination of the Nguyen Dynasty’s power throughout the country, is buried there.
The Tomb of Minh Mang is a majestic and serene complex that will transport you back in time. With its beautiful architecture and stunning natural surroundings, it’s a must-visit Hue attraction for anyone interested in history and culture.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 150,000 VND/ticket.
- Children: 30,000 VND/ticket.
4. Tomb of Thieu Tri
Thieu Tri Tomb is one of the famous Hue Royal Tombs of the Nguyen Dynasty. It is located in the complex of Hue monuments that was recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage on December 11th, 1993. The tomb was built in only 10 months and is one of several relics of Hue Citadel Complex. Thieu Tri Tomb is a hidden gem that will take your breath away. With its stunning architecture and serene surroundings, it's the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in history and culture.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 50,000 VND/ ticket
- Children: Free
5. Tomb of Tu Duc
Tu Duc Tomb is a cluster of architectural works including the King’s Burial site. It is located in a narrow valley in Duong Xuan Thuong village which is Thuong Ba village, Thuy Xuan Commune, Hue City. The tomb was built for the Nguyễn Emperor Tự Đức and took three years to build from 1864–1867. It is divided into a Temple Area and a Tomb Area. It is the burial ground of the 4th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty, King Tu Duc or Nguyen Phuc Hong Nham. The tomb was recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage on December 11, 1993. Tu Duc Tomb is really a complex of architectural works that will take your breath away.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 150,000 VND/ticket.
- Children: 30,000 VND/ticket.
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6. Imperial Tomb of Dong Khanh
The Imperial Tomb of Dong Khanh is the tomb of the 9th Emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty. It is located in Thuong Hai village, Thuy Xuan commune, Hue city. The process of building Dong Khanh mausoleum took place through 4 kings (1888-1923), so Dong Khanh mausoleum bears the mark of two architectural schools of two different historical times, which Hue tourists love to explore. The tomb was recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage on 11-12-1993. The tomb is the smallest of the 3 main tombs around Hue but it is the most beautifully decorated, full of amazing details.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 100,000 VND/ticket.
- Children: Free.
7. Khai Dinh Tomb
Khai Dinh Tomb is the burial place of the 12th emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty. It is located in Chau Chu mountain, about 10 km away from Hue city. The tomb is the smallest but most costly and recent one in comparison with other tombs of Nguyen royals.
King Khai Dinh (1916-1925) was the last to build the mausoleum. Khai Dinh Tomb (Ung Lang) was built on the slopes of Chau Chu Mountain, 10km from Hue City. The mausoleum was built in 1920 and took 11 years to complete.
King Khai Dinh sent people to France to buy iron, steel, cement, and evil tiles, and to China and Japan to buy porcelain and glassware to build works. Compared with other mausoleums in the system of mausoleums in Hue, Khai Dinh's mausoleum has a small area (117m x 48.5m) but is very elaborate and takes a long time to build. It is the result of the integration of many classical and modern Asian, European, and Vietnamese architectural lines.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 150,000 VND/ticket.
- Children: 30,000 VND/ticket.
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8. Hue Museum of Royal Antiquities
The Hue Museum of Royal Antiquities, which opened its doors in 1923, was the city's first museum. Presently, the museum is a part of the Center for Conservation of Hue Monuments, which has its headquarters at the 1845-built Long An Palace. The Hue Museum is where valuable collections that depict the material lifestyle, political rituals, and ideologies of the aristocracy, kings, and mandarins of the Nguyen Dynasty in the past are displayed. This Hue attraction, which has been around for more than 175 years and embodies the pinnacle of Nguyen Dynasty decorative and architectural art, has come to be one of the most iconic timber structures in Vietnam.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 50,000 VND/ticket.
- Children: Free.
9. An Dinh Palace
An Dinh Palace is the unique art architecture of the Nguyen Dynasty built in the early 20th century. Sitting on the bank of An Cuu River, it is located at 97 Phan Dinh Phung Street, Phu Nhuan Ward, Hue City. Formerly, this building was constructed by the Dong Khanh emperor as a gift to the eldest son Nguyen Phuc Buu Dao (Khai Dinh emperor).
An Dinh Palace is an iconic construction of Vietnamese architectural style in the Neoclassical period and associated with many important people of the Nguyen Dynasty. It is imprinted in an extremely unique Asian-European architectural interference. This is an architectural work that is completely different from hundreds of relics belonging to the complex of Hue monuments.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 50,000 VND/ticket.
- Children: Free.
10. Huyen Tran Culture Center
Huyen Tran Cultural Center was built in 2006 on Ngu Phong Mountain, An Tay Ward, Hue City, about 7 km to the west of the city center. The place is dedicated to Princess Huyen Tran and Tran Dynasty’s mandarins who deserve credit for expanding the country’s territory to the South in the 14th century.
The center is a complex of traditional architectural works, including a three-door gate, Huyen Tran Temple, King-Monk Tran Nhan Tong (Princess Huyen Tran’s father) Temple, and a large yard with a lotus pond. It has many rooms containing stone statues and distinctive sculptures.
Ticket price: 30,000 VND/person.
11. Hon Chen Temple
Hon Chen Temple is a sacred temple on Ngoc Tran Mountain by the Perfume River in Vietnam. It honors Po Nagar, the Goddess of the ancient Cham people, and other gods and Buddhas. It is also known as Hue Nam Temple by Emperor Dong Khanh. The temple has beautiful architecture, decoration and artifacts. It hosts a folk festival in March and July of the Lunar Calendar to worship Mother Goddess Thien Y A Na. The festival features boats, music and dragon palanquins on the river. Hon Chen Temple is a unique and charming place that blends religion, culture and nature.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 50,000 VND/ticket.
- Children: Free.
12. Nam Giao Esplanade
Nam Giao Esplanade is a historic and religious site in Hue, where the Nguyen emperors offered sacrifices to heaven and earth. It is the largest and the only remaining esplanade in Vietnam, and it has three terraces representing heaven, earth and human. The ceremonies at Nam Giao Esplanade were very solemn and elaborate, involving a procession, a fast and various rituals. The ceremonies are now re-enacted as part of the Festival of Hue. Nam Giao Esplanade reflects the history and culture of Hue and the Nguyen dynasty.
Ticket Price:
- Adults: 50,000 VND/ticket.
- Children: Free.
13. Le Ba Dang Memory Space
Le Ba Dang Memory Space is a contemporary art museum and a tribute to the famous Vietnamese-French artist Le Ba Dang in Hue. The museum was built in 2019, four years after Le Ba Dang's death, by his wife Myshu and his longtime collaborator Le Cam Te, who wanted to fulfill his dream of having his own artist's paradise. The museum covers an area of 16,000 square meters on a hill by the Perfume River. The main building is inspired by one of Le Ba Dang's paper artworks, featuring a unique and impressive design. It showcases his diverse and creative works, ranging from paintings, sculptures, paper art, to multimedia installations. It also displays his personal belongings, photos and documents, revealing his life and career. The museum also has a garden, a library, a cafe and a souvenir shop for tourists when they tour in Hue.
Ticket Price:
- Single guest: 269,000 VND/ticket.
- For groups: 10-30 guests: 230,000 VND/ticket.
- From 30 guests or more: 210,000 VND/ticket.
- Free for children under 6 years old (under 1m3 tall).
14. Hue Traditional Singing Performance on Huong River
Hue Traditional Singing Performance on Huong River is a cultural show that showcases one of the three kinds of Vietnamese Chamber Music. It is a form of art that was enjoyed by the former nobility and royal court of Hue. The show features songs played on traditional Vietnamese instruments such as the zither, flute, fiddle, and drum. The performers wear elegant ao dai and sing with Hue accent. The show takes place on a boat that floats along the Huong River, also known as the Perfume River. The river is famous for its fragrance during autumn when flowers from orchards fall into the water. Visitors can also release lanterns on the river and make a wish. Hue Traditional Singing Performance on Huong River is a unique and memorable way to experience the history and culture of Hue on the Hue Tour.
Ticket Price:
- Children from 4 to 9 years old: 50,000 VND/ticket.
- Adults: 100,000 VND/ticket.
- Group of more than 10 people: 90,000 VND/ticket.
15. Thanh Toan Tile-Roofed Bridge in Hue
Thanh Toan Tile-Roofed Bridge in Hue is a wooden arch bridge with a tiled roof that spans over a canal in Thanh Thuy village. It was built in 1776 by Mrs. Tran Thi Dao, a noblewoman who donated her money to help the villagers cross the canal more easily. The bridge is one of the two remaining bridges of its kind in Vietnam, along with the Japanese Covered Bridge in Hoi An. The bridge has a unique architecture that resembles a house with seven compartments. Inside the bridge, there is a small shrine dedicated to Mrs. Tran Thi Dao and an exhibition of local agricultural tools and fishing instruments. Thanh Toan Tile-Roofed Bridge in Hue is a historical and cultural relic that attracts many visitors who want to admire its beauty and learn about its story.
Ticket price: 20,000 VND/ticket.
16. Bach Ma National Park
Bach Ma National Park is a protected area located in the Annamite Mountains of central Vietnam, near the city of Hue. It covers an area of 220 km2 and comprises three zones: a strictly protected core area, an administrative area and a buffer zone. The park was established in 1991 and is one of the wettest places in Vietnam, with an average annual rainfall of over 8,000 mm. The park has a rich biodiversity, with over 1,400 plant species, 132 mammal species, 358 bird species, and many reptiles, amphibians and insects. Some of the rare and endangered species found in the park include the Asian elephant, the white-cheeked gibbon, the red-shanked douc langur, the Vietnamese crested argus, and Edwards's pheasant. The park also has a variety of habitats, ranging from coastal plains to high mountains, with moist evergreen and montane forests dominating the landscape. Bach Ma National Park is a popular destination for tourists who want to enjoy the cool climate, the scenic views, and the natural beauty of the park. The park offers many activities such as trekking, camping, bird watching, and visiting waterfalls and lakes. The park also has a historical significance, as it was once a French-era hill station with over a hundred villas built in the 1930s. The villas were later destroyed during the wars, but some remnants can still be seen today. Bach Ma National Park is a must-see Hue attraction for nature lovers and adventure seekers who tour to central Vietnam.
Ticket Price:
- Tickets to the garden:
- Adults: 60,000 VND/ticket.
- Children, students, students, people aged 60 and over: 20,000 VND/ticket.
- Camping fee:
- Adults: 60,000 VND/person
- Children: 30,000 VND/person.
We hope you enjoyed this article on Hue tourism and found it helpful for your travel plans in 2023. Hue is a wonderful place to experience the culture and history of Vietnam, and you will surely have a memorable time there. If you are looking for a reliable and professional travel agency to help you organize your trip to Hue, let Threeland Travel help you. We can customize your itinerary according to your preferences and budget, and we will take care of everything from booking your tickets to arranging your accommodation and transportation. To find out more about our offers and packages, visit the website or contact us today. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover Hue with Threeland Travel!
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