Excursão a pé pelo Museu dos Vestígios da Guerra e pelo Palácio da Independência

We visited the Independence Palace and War Remnants Museum with our guide Kevin. Both are fascinating and, in our view, must-sees in Ho Chi Minh City. The Independence Palace offers a fascinating insight into the Vietnam War, with its historic meeting and banquet rooms, communications rooms and underground bunker, as well as great views over the city. The War Remnants Museum, just a short walk away, is extremely powerful and visual, showing the devastating effects of war and the suffering and resistance of the Vietnamese people. Kevin was knowledgeable and flexible, allowing us time for drinks and snacks, which made the tour work very well even with a young child. Highly recommended.

Koi is the best tour guide ever!!! He was so knowledgeable about the history of Vietnam War yet he made it really very easy to understand for me. 😄 He was really passionate about what he was doing! We got to roam around the museum with all the parts, photos and exhibits, explained by Koi well to me.

I would like to give a 5-star review for my tour guide Cyta for doing a job well done. Cyta was highly knowledgeable and passionate in sharing her country’s history specially during the Vietnam/American War. I am very fortunate to have a one-on-one tour with her because we were able to take our time together and she was able to answer all of my questions. Her great sense of nationalism is something I admire and I’ll never forget. Overall these 2 attractions (Independence Palace and War Remnants) should be on top of your bucket list. A truly eye-opening experience to hear from a local share their point of view of the historic war in Vietnam.

We had a wonderful experience visiting the War Remnants Museum and Independence Palace 🇻🇳. The sites were rich in history and very moving to explore. What made the tour even more special was our guide, Tom — he was incredibly friendly, entertaining, and informative 😊. He shared stories and insights that really brought the places to life. Highly recommended if you want a meaningful and memorable tour! 🌟📸

Hướng dẫn viên của chúng tôi, ông Hùng, rất tuyệt vời. Ông đã hướng dẫn chúng tôi tham quan chi tiết Dinh Độc Lập và cũng đã đợi chúng tôi tại Bảo tàng Chứng tích Chiến tranh. Ông còn cung cấp cho chúng tôi thông tin chi tiết về Lễ hội Tết Nguyên đán đang diễn ra và văn hóa Việt Nam. Chắc chắn sẽ giới thiệu ông ấy.

Our tour guide for the day was Miss Lucky. She is very knowledgeable about the history of the Independence Palace. She explained all the history and also the places inside to us. She took us to the war museum and showed us around as well. She told us that if we had any questions, we could ask her. She even let us know where to find local food. Thumbs up and well done to her. We highly recommend a tour with her.

The Vietnam War Remnants Museum is a deeply moving and thought-provoking destination that offers an unfiltered glimpse into the tragic realities of war. The exhibits, including photographs, artifacts, and preserved military equipment, vividly portray the impact of the Vietnam War on both soldiers and civilians. Visiting this museum is not just a journey through history but also a vital opportunity to reflect on the importance of peace, empathy, and understanding. It sheds light on the resilience of the Vietnamese people and serves as a powerful reminder of the devastating consequences of conflict. For anyone visiting Vietnam, this museum is a must-see to gain a deeper appreciation of the nation’s history and its lessons for the future.

Hướng dẫn viên của chúng tôi, Stephanie, rất am hiểu và đam mê lịch sử. Dinh Độc Lập rất rộng lớn và Bảo tàng Chứng tích Chiến tranh nhắc nhở chúng ta rằng chiến tranh không bao giờ là điều tốt đẹp. Tôi đã thực sự rất thích chuyến tham quan này!

Our guide Cyta was phenomenal! She gave us a tour of Independence Palace and War Remnants Museum. We enjoyed the private tour and had her all to ourselves. She patiently answered all of my dad’s questions and we learned so much about Vietnam, the war, culture and the present day Vietnam way of life. the tour took 4 hours in total. in case you have seniors doing this tour with you, i suggest going to the independence palace with a private tour. and then you may roam around War Remnants Museum at your own time on a different day.

Cyta là một người chủ nhà tuyệt vời. Tôi đã có thể tìm hiểu thêm về lịch sử Việt Nam và những ảnh hưởng của chiến tranh đối với đất nước họ. Nhiều thông tin nhưng vẫn thú vị!