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Imperial Citadel of Thang Long Ticket in Ha Noi

3.7 / 5
12 reviews
400+ booked
Opening hours
Thang Long Citadel, Hanoi, Vietnam

Reviews

3.7 / 5
Good
12 reviews
Convenient ticket exchange, very good, and it is a World Heritage Site. It also displays ancient cultural relics, with high quality. Moreover, it was a command post during the Vietnam War, offering a variety of experiences.
I took a Grab to Thang Long Imperial Citadel and purchased the entrance ticket on the way. It was great to quickly receive the voucher and enter without waiting. It was a bit rainy, but I enjoyed the well-maintained garden and the harmony with the Ly Dynasty relics.
a historical building very interesting and recommend to visit
Need to redeem the ticket at the booth near the Opera House. the place provides a glimpse of the past and the golden age of the dynasty in Vietnam
I went to the ticket exchange place near the Hanoi Theater, but they had run out of tickets, so I was refunded 100,000 VND on the spot and ended up buying tickets at the local counter. The facility itself has a lot to see, and it covers a wide range of eras (from the Annam Protectorate of the Tang Dynasty to the Vietnam War), so I thought it was a good way to learn about Vietnam as a whole. It's also nice to think about the place where Abe no Nakamaro was stationed.
While there wasn't a lot to see and it was quite disappointing, some of the older or modern-era paintings and photos were interesting.
I'm just here to wander around and take a look; the Imperial City isn't very big.
a lot of ongoing renovations and the relics were closed. overall it was good.

Guide

  • Ticket pick-up kiosk is located near the Hanoi Opera House in the city center.
  • Historical Architecture: Explore the ancient walls, gates, and temples showcasing Vietnam's rich heritage.

The Thang Long Imperial Citadel was established in the 11th century by the Ly Viet Dynasty, symbolizing the independence of Dai Viet. It was built atop the remnants of a 7th-century Chinese fortress on land reclaimed from the Red River Delta in Hanoi. For nearly 13 centuries, it served as a continuous center of regional political power. The structures of the Imperial Citadel and the artifacts found at the 18 Hoang Dieu Archaeological Site showcase a distinctive Southeast Asian culture unique to the lower Red River Valley, situated at the intersection of influences from northern China and the ancient Kingdom of Champa to the south.

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