Private Tour
Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour
Overview
Available languages
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With its unique location at the crossroads of East and West and abundant natural resources, Vietnam has long been a focal point of conflicts between major world powers. The country has witnessed numerous wars, most notably the Vietnam War, which involved the United States and significantly impacted 20th-century global history and the post-World War II world order.
Join this journey to gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s war history and the resilience of its people. Highlights:
- Vietnam National Museum of History: Explore Vietnam’s history during the French colonial period, the Vietnam War (Resistance War against the U.S).
- Hoa Lo Prison: A dark prison used by the French to detain Vietnamese revolutionaries, later holding American pilots during the Vietnam War, famously nicknamed the "Hanoi Hilton Hotel" by U.S prisoners.
- B-52 Victory Museum (Optional): Witness the wreckage of a B-52 bomber US with missiles used to shoot down B-52s, fighter jet... of the Vietnamese military.
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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Vietnam National Museum of History
- Vietnam National Museum of History – Explore Vietnam’s history during the French colonial period, the Vietnam War (Resistance War against the U.S.), and conflicts with the Khmer Rouge and China.
Hoa Lo Prison
- Hoa Lo Prison – A dark prison used by the French to detain Vietnamese revolutionaries, later holding American pilots during the Vietnam War, famously nicknamed the "Hanoi Hilton Hotel" by U.S. prisoners.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Admission fee
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea
Tours booked from February 14–22, 2026 (Tet Holiday) are subject to a holiday surcharge of 10 euros (300.000 Dong) per guest, payable directly to the tour guide.
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Hanoi Hoa Lo Prison and War museums Tour
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great tour of Vietnam’s wartime history
John Y,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative and eventful tour. Van was a great guide and I learned a lot about the Vietnam war as well as the French colonial history leading up to it. Highly recommend.
This is a great tour for...
StevenBurrough B,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a great tour for any history fan. My Guide Van was was a wealth of knowledge and enthusiastic about sharing that with me. Highly recommended!
Fantastic Nam!!
Deanne B,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic tour exploring the history of Vietnam. Nam was our exceptional guide, so passionate about the history and exceptionally knowledgeable. We could not have had a better guide. The tour is an absolute must for any history buff. A++++++
Highly recommend!
lkh82,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Julia was an incredible guide on an incredible tour. She was knowledgeable, thorough, friendly, and personable. She showed a genuine interest and passion in not only the topics she was speaking of but us and who we were. It didn’t feel like a transaction at all, it felt like a friend was showing me around her city.
Awesome tour in Hanoi
brendonl438,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on the war museum and Hoa Lo prison tour with Nam as our guide. He was super passionate about Vietnamese culture and history, and we learned a lot. It was a well organized tour and Nam was a fantastic guide. He took the time to answer all our questions and the tour didn’t feel rushed at all, he genuinely loves giving the tour and it shows. Definitely recommend booking this tour if you want to learn more about Vietnamese history and culture!
Best Tour in Hanoi!
921lindseyj,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time with Nam as our guide. He was super knowledgeable, friendly, and organized. We learned SO much from him and really enjoyed our tour. Highly recommend taking a tour with Nam!!!
Best Tour in Hanoi!
Lindsey J,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was our favorite tour in Hanoi! Our guide (Nam) was fantastic! His passion for Vietnamese culture and interest in Vietnamese history was the highlight of our tour. We learned SO much! We didn’t feel rushed at all and had all our questions thoroughly answered. The tour was well organized and we loved it! Highly recommend choosing to go on this tour (and hopefully you’ll get Nam as your guide)! We had a wonderful time!
3 museum hanoi history tour
irenaf470,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nam ordered our tour an uber (grab) between tours and wanted to get us drinks. He also spoke English and gave us detailed info. Highly recommend since there was so much to read and he gave a simplier versions. 5/5 stars from me. Friendly, answers your questions well, respectful
Well structured war tour
Jarm0H,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well structured tour. Van is very friendly guide, her English is easy to understand and she understood is well. She also welcomes questions and interacts well during the tour. It was nice to have a break in between and Van had chosen a very interesting a bit hidden coffee shop in an old colonial house. In general, the logistics were we'll handled. It's a great to if you want to understand how Vietnamese people feel about their colonial and history, and especially about the main character: Ho Chi Minh.
Great tour!
Onholsingreece,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour of Vietnam National Museum of History, Hoa Lo prison, French Quarter Nam, our tour guide was excellent, providing our party with a balanced over view of Vietnams history and how many countries tried to influence and control its people for their own gains, only for the people to fight and fight again for their independence. A truly fascinating overview and well worth taking the time to learn about the countries history.
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