TOP oldest museums in Vietnam attract tourists to visit

The top oldest museums in Vietnam are places that store and display historical artifacts, associated with the culture and history of our nation. Have you known about these museums?

Top oldest museums in Vietnam such as Cham Sculpture Museum in Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts, Vietnam National Museum of History... They are architectural works imbued with the long-standing history and culture of the nation. Below, join 63Stravel to explore these museums in the most authentic way!

TOP oldest museums in Vietnam that you should visit

If you want to research your country's history, as well as looking for an ideal weekend relaxation spot. So why don't you join us in exploring the oldest museums in Vietnam in the following article.

Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture

When mentioning the top oldest museums in Vietnam, it is impossible not to mention the Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture. This is considered the oldest museum in Vietnam and is ranked among the top city-level historical relics.

Dừng chân ngắm nét nghệ thuật tại bảo tàng Chăm Pa Đà Nẵng

Stop to admire the art at the Champa Museum in Da Nang

Built by the French in 1915 and allowed to open to visitors in 1919. After more than 100 years of construction and preservation, the Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture has now become a place to store and display of hundreds of precious artifacts of Cham culture.

Address: No. 02, Street 2/9, Hai Chau District, Da Nang

Ticket price: 60,000 VND/person (10,000 VND/student)

Opening hours: 07:30 - 17:30

Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts

Built in 1987 and welcoming visitors since 1991. Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts has a design that is a cross between Asian and European architecture. As its name suggests, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts is the place to display the most unique works of art. These are works that mark different historical journeys of our nation.

Check-in bảo tàng Mỹ thuật TP.HCM với những background siêu "nghệ"

Check-in to Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts with super "artistic" backgrounds

Address: 97A Pho Duc Chinh, Nguyen Thai Binh Ward, District 1, HCM

Ticket price: 30,000 VND/person (15,000 VND/student)

Opening hours: 08:00 - 17:00

Hue Museum of Royal Antiquities

Construction began in 1923, with the original name Khai Dinh Museum. It can be said that the Hue Museum of Royal Antiquities is the oldest museum in the ancient capital of Hue and also one of the oldest museums in Vietnam. Located inside the Citadel area, the museum is home to more than 10,000 artifacts of historical and cultural value.

Chiêm ngưỡng cổ vật cung đình trong bảo tàng 100 năm tuổi xứ Huế

Admire royal antiques in Hue's 100-year-old museum

Address: No. 3, Le Truc Street, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue Province

Ticket price: 50,000 VND/person

Opening hours: 07:00 - 17:30

War Remnants Museum

The War Remnants Museum is currently displaying many of the most authentic images, documents, and artifacts of our country during the resistance war against invaders. It can be said that this place is not only a long-standing museum in Vietnam but also a place to preserve historical images that leave an emotional impression on visitors. Coming here, visitors will discover many impressive artifacts and movies, and can also visit and take photos to keep.

Bảo tàng Chứng tích chiến tranh lọt top điểm đến hấp dẫn nhất thế giới

The War Remnants Museum is among the most attractive destinations in the world

Address: No. 28 Vo Van Tan Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City

Ticket price: 40,000 VND/person

Opening hours: 07:30 - 17:30

Vietnam National Museum of History

Built from 1926 - 1932, with the largest display scale, the Vietnam National Museum of History is also ranked among the oldest museums in Vietnam. In colonial times, it was known as the Louis Finot Museum. Up to now, through many restorations, the museum has been divided into many spaces to help display many historical artifacts clearly, making it easier to visualize historical images.

Bảo tàng Lịch sử Quốc gia - Điểm tham quan không thể bỏ lỡ

National Museum of History - A must-see attraction

Address: No. 1 Trang Tien Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Ticket price: 20,000 VND/Vietnamese guest; 40,000 VND/international guest

Opening hours: 08:00 – 12:00; 13:30 – 17:00

Ao Dai Museum

This is the only place in Ho Chi Minh City displaying Vietnamese ao dai. Considered the national costume of Vietnam and a traditional beauty of our nation, it is impossible not to mention the Ao Dai Museum.

Bảo tàng Áo dài quận 9 - Nơi lưu giữ văn hóa truyền thống xưa

District 9 Ao Dai Museum - A place to preserve ancient traditional culture

Currently, the Ao Dai Museum is displaying more than 300 designs from many different historical periods. The ao dai ranges from beaded and patterned ao dai to four-piece ao dai and modern designs like today. Ao Dai at the museum is also made from many different materials such as ceramic, fabric, brocade... Creating an extremely unique space that many tourists want to visit and learn about.

Address: 206/19/30 Long Thuan, Long Phuoc, District 9

Ticket price: 100,000 VND/person (30,000 VND/student)

Opening hours: 08:30 - 17:30

Southern Women's Museum

Established in 1985, after nearly 40 years, the Southern Women's Museum is still the place to preserve many images and artifacts that clearly recreate the lives of Southern women during the war period. Currently, the museum is storing about 31,360 artifacts to help visitors explore the cultural lifestyle of Vietnamese women. In addition, the museum's library also stores more than 11,000 books on Vietnamese women that anyone can read when they visit.

Toàn cảnh khu Bảo Tàng Phụ nữ Nam Bộ tại Quận 3 (TpHCM)

Panoramic view of the Southern Women's Museum in District 3 (HCMC)

Address: 200-202 Vo Thi Sau, Ward 7, District 3, HCM

Ticket price: Free

Opening hours: 08:00 - 17:00

Museum of Oceanography

The Museum of Oceanography was established in 1922. Its predecessor was also the Specimen Museum. This is where all tropical marine ecosystems gather such as: seagrass, coral reefs, mangrove forests, rocky shores and sandy beaches. Inside the museum is currently storing about 42,000 samples of marine life. It is the most complete and meaningful place to visit, entertain, learn about science and the ocean.

Bảo tàng Hải Dương Học Nha Trang - Đại dương thu nhỏ giữa lòng thành phố

Nha Trang Museum of Oceanography - Miniature ocean in the heart of the city

Address: No. 1, Cau Da, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa

Ticket price: 40,000 VND/person; 20,000 VND/student; 10,000 VND/student

Opening hours: 06:00 - 18:00

Above are the top oldest museums in Vietnam that are attracting a large number of tourists around the world to visit. Coming here, visitors will learn a lot of useful historical knowledge. If you have the opportunity, please visit these valuable museums!

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