Ho Chi Minh City: Hidden Bunker & Vietnam War - Free Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

Enjoy the perfect introduction to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, on this comprehensive tour, capped at just eight travelers. Get personal attention from your guide as you stroll Saigon’s colonial quarter, admiring the Saigon Opera House, People’s Committee Building, Central Post Office, Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica, and Reunification Palace. Then discover Vietnamese religion at the Jade Emperor Pagoda and the horrors of the Vietnam War at the War Remnants Museum.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Local expert, fluent in English

This walking tour operates on a Tips-only basis

Weapon Bunker, War Museum

What To Expect

The Secret Weapons Cellar

We take you to the Saigon Secret Weapons Bunker, a fascinating relic of the Vietnam War that's often overlooked by tourists. You'll be amazed by the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Vietnamese people during this turbulent time in history.

20 minutes • Admission Included

Step off the tourist path and into the home of your guide’s family — where history lives in photos on the wall and stories told over coffee. As you sit together in their living room, you’ll hear firsthand how the Vietnam War shaped not just a country, but the lives of ordinary Saigon families. It’s a quiet, powerful moment of connection you won’t find in any museum.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Tip-Based (US$15 - US$50)

Duration: 3 hours
Tip-Based (US$15 - US$50)

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fantastic walking tour- tailored to our needs.
Liane P,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A fantastic experience, from start to finish. Joseph is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and engaging! He went the extra mile by organising transfers for us from our cruise port and lending us some money for an amazing iced coconut coffee as we didn’t have any Dong initially. 10/10. Wholeheartedly recommend this walking tour.
A powerful visit as the description says
Gian Maria A,
Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Really interesting... the visit showed us some sides of the city that we would definitely not have found on our own... and made us excited with the aspects of the war that show a proud people and never tame... recommended for those who want an alternative tour ..
bintis2020,
Jul 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I took the Vietnam War Walking Tour: Bunkers, Resistance & Local Stories with Joseph and trainee guide Peter, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the start, they greeted us with warmth and genuine hospitality, making us feel like we were touring with friends rather than guides. The tour itself was rich in powerful stories and historical insights that brought Vietnam’s wartime past to life. I was especially moved by the resilience and strength of the Vietnamese people — how they endured so much and came out even stronger, rebuilding their country into the vibrant, culturally rich nation it is today. Along the way, we also learned about local customs, spiritual beliefs, and everyday life, which added so much context and depth to the experience. On top of all that, Joseph and Peter gave us some laughs too! Joseph kindly helped me find a nearby ATM when I was running low on cash (lifesaver!), and Peter went above and beyond when my change got stuck in a vending machine — he even got help from the War Remnants Museum staff to retrieve it. Absolute legends! Thank you so much, Joseph and Peter, for an amazing, meaningful, and fun tour. I highly recommend booking this walk with them if you're visiting Ho Chi Minh City — it’s a must-do!
Great tour and tour guide.
K7701VUsusanw,
Jun 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great unique tour! Joseph met me in the pouring rain and gave me a tour even though it was just me. Very informative and passionate.
Amazing tour, loads of inside information and tailored to people's interests
genog158,
Jun 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Joseph is very knowledgeable and takes great pride in the history of the city and Vietnam. He went above and beyond to adapt the tour to the group's interests. He went in great details about history and architecture. Highly recommend the tour if youre interested in the Vietnam War and history of the region in the 1950s-70s!