Please note that there are 4 options Opt 1: Small group tour to Imperial City Opt 2. Special Experience Opt 3: Private tour to Imperial City, Dong Ba market, and Thien Mu Pagoda Opt 4: Private tour to Imperial City and Royal tombs. Depending on the option you choose, the itinerary, and duration is different. Please read carefully!!!

Option 1: This short tour lasts 2.5 hours, exploring the Imperial and Forbidden City inside the Hue Citadel. This program is specially designed to help you understand the following:

* The history of the Nguyễn Dynasty and Vietnam under 13 emperors * The unique architecture from the Nguyễn Dynasty period (1802-1945) and why it was recognized by UNESCO as the first world cultural heritage site in Vietnam in 1993. * The fascinating royal life inside the Imperial & Forbidden City. * And more...
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  Guiding fee
✖  Entrance fee
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

There is a ticket booth in front of the Meridian gate. I will wait for you here

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Itinerary
1
The Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon) Meet your tour guide at the meeting point, walk to Ngo Mon gate to get general information about the tour and function of this gate during the time of the Nguyen Dynasty.

Duration:  20 minutes

2
Thai Hoa Palace Thai Hoa Palace is the next stop. This is the most important palace among the 5 palaces built on a main axis in the Hue Imperial City, used for grand court sessions and the coronation of new emperors.

Duration:  10 minutes

3
Hien Lam Pavilion is one of the few remaining structures inside the Hue Citadel. Let's admire and understand more about this over 200-year-old building.

Duration:  10 minutes

4
The Nine Dynastic Urns is the collective name for the 9 bronze urns cast during the reign of King Minh Mang.

Duration:  10 minutes

5
The Mieu Temple The Mieu Temple was built to worship the Nguyen Dynasty kings after their death. This is one of the 5 temples inside the Hue Citadel.

Duration:  10 minutes

6
Chuong Duc Gate is one of the 4 gates of the Imperial City, exclusively for women

Duration:  10 minutes

7
Dien Tho Palace was for the king's mother to live in. This is a large complex surrounded by a high wall, with many different structures inside.

Duration:  20 minutes

8
Truong Du Pavilion is where the king's mother would enjoy the scenery and drink tea in her free time. This building is also located within the Dien Tho Palace complex.

Duration:  10 minutes

9
Hue Royal Palace The Forbidden Purple City is the name of the third enclosure within the Hue Imperial City, exclusively for the king's family, including his wives and children. Inside the Forbidden Purple City, there are many structures with different functions.
10
Dien Kien Trung has just been reopened after 5 years of being completely rebuilt on the old foundation.

Duration:  20 minutes

11
Thai Binh Lau (Peaceful Palace) was where the king would read books and enjoy the scenery. It is an extremely beautiful structure.

Duration:  10 minutes

12
Thieu Phuong Garden, also known as the Royal Garden, has been restored with extremely eye-catching scenery. It was a place for the king and his family to stroll and enjoy the scenery.

Duration:  10 minutes

13
Hien Nhon Gate was for civil and military mandarins to enter the Imperial City to work with the king. This is also where we end the 2.5-hour walking tour inside the Imperial City.

Duration:  10 minutes

Additional info
•  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
•  Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Price:
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Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
2.5 hours
Guide in:
English   
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