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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Bien organizado y muy informativo. Aunque podrías explorar el Palacio de la Independencia y el Museo de los Vestigios de la Guerra por tu cuenta, recomiendo encarecidamente contratar a un guía turístico para una comprensión más profunda de las exposiciones. Cyta hizo un trabajo fantástico guiándonos por ambos sitios, compartiendo conocimientos históricos que dieron vida a cada exhibición. Esta fue en realidad mi segunda visita con Cyta de ProTours, y fue tan excelente como la primera vez. También hizo un esfuerzo adicional al ayudarme a encontrar un guardarropa o área de almacenamiento para mi equipaje, ¡haciendo que toda la experiencia fuera aún más fluida!

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.

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!

Thank you for showing me the two locations. In particular, the museum gave me much to think about, and I was deeply moved by the tragedy and folly of war, which brought me to tears. I am once again grateful to be able to live in peace, and I sincerely hope that the conflicts in Ukraine and other places will end as soon as possible.