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City Tour & Hue Imperial Walking Tour 4 hours / Explore Hue City's History Amidst the French and American Wars.
You have a scheduled meeting with our guide at Tà Vẹt Coffee & Pub for a brief orientation on the tour and to gain insights into the strategic significance of Hue city during the Vietnam War. The journey will take you from the south side to the north side of Hue, crossing the iconic Truong Tien Bridge and Perfume River.
We'll start with a stroll along Hue's main boulevard, exploring historical sites tied to events like the French Revolution, Religious Protest, and Tet Offensive. Then, we'll take you to Dong Ba Market, one of Hue's oldest and liveliest markets, offering a unique cultural experience. Don't miss trying finger fruit, sweet soup from us!
Explore abandoned bunkers in the city post-Wars, then visit Imperial City with a knowledgeable guide to delve into the history of the 13 Emperors, concubines, and eunuchs. Gain insights into Vietnamese perspectives on the wars.
Memorial relic of Uncle Ho's participation in the anti-tax movement at the Central Embassy, Hue
In April 1908, there was a protest demanding tax reduction by the people of Thua Thien Hue. The protest took place from April 9, 1908 and climaxed on April 11, 1908 when farmers from 6 districts gathered to surround the Nunciature Palace to make demands. President Ho Chi Minh was still a student at that time, along with a number of other Quoc Hoc students who also joined the anti-tax protest group; "Uncle Ho" used his knowledge of French to help people as an interpreter.
The Nunciature Palace no longer exists today, it was completely ruined in 1945. To remember this place, which witnessed the first patriotic actions of President Ho Chi Minh, the Ho Chi Minh Thua Thien Hue Museum Thien Hue erected a symbol of Nguyen Tat Thanh (President Ho Chi Minh) participating in the anti-tax movement in 1908 to commemorate.
25 minutes
Hue
The Religious Protest against the Ngo Dinh Diem Regime
20 minutes
Dong Ba Market
Following this, we will guide you to Dong Ba Market, a lively shopping hub in Hue, Vietnam, celebrated as one of the city's oldest markets. It holds a special place in local culture and provides a unique atmosphere that is truly worth experiencing! We will have you try finger fruit.
20 minutes
Nine Holy Cannons
9 cannons that Hue artisans cast in Gia Long’s second year (1803). Nine cannons are considered as one of the most valuable bronze works of art. The ancient nine cannons were placed at the foot of the Imperial Citadel, at the entrance of the Ngo Mon Gate – the imperial city of Hue. During the reign of King Khai Dinh, they were relocated to their current position.
10 minutes
The Flag Tower
An architectural monument of the Nguyen Dynasty located in the middle of the south face of Hue citadel within the Nam Chanh fortress which is also the place to hang the flag of the royal court.
10 minutes
Thai Hoa Palace
This Palace is located in the Imperial City area of Hue citadel, which is the coronation place of 13 Nguyen kings from Gia Long to Bao Dai. In feudal regimes, this palace was considered the center of the country.
20 minutes
Nine Dynastic Urns (Pass By)
These are nine bronze urns, located in front of The Mieu Temple in Hue Imperial Citadel. The Nine Peaks was commissioned by Emperor Minh Mang in the winter of 1835 and inaugurated on March 1, 1837.
The Mieu Temple
The Mieu also called The To Mieu built in 1821 by Second Kings of the Nguyen Dynasty – Minh Mang. This is a temple to worship 10 Kings of the Nguyen Dynasty.
20 minutes
Dien Thọ
Dien Tho Residence is the largest artwork that still exists in Hue Imperial City. It is the place where Emperor's mother and Emperor's grandma lived
10 minutes
Hue Royal Palace
In this part, we will admire the residence of the Emperor’s mother, the Royal Library, the Royal Lake, the Royal Garden as well as Royal Theater.
10 minutes
Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
The Forbidden Purple City belongs to a complex of the ancient capital of Hue, which is the center of daily life of the Kings, their Queens, Minor Wives and Cocubines of the Nguyen’s Emperors. The Forbidden City is located behind the Thai Hoa palace, was first built by King Gia Long (1804). In the third year of Minh Mang’s reign (1822), the king changed the name into Forbidden Purple City.
25 minutes
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Published on Dec, 2024
Thanh was a wonderful tour guide! She has an expansive knowledge of Hue history. She Taylor’s our tour to the sights that were important to us. She is very fluent in English and it was easy communicating with her. Very enjoyable tour! Highly recommend!
Hue citadel and landmarks tour
Published on Apr, 2024
Daniel was an excellent tour guide, we were particularly interested in the battle for Hue and he explained the conflict from all perspectives, pointing out all significant landmarks. He is a lovely young man, very polite and attentive. Book him now! Thanks Daniel ❤️
Daniel is the best guide of Vietnam
Published on Feb, 2024
I had a tour of Imperial citadel. Daniel was the best guide I could have for this tour. He was very patient and keen to answer any question and explain every detail of the history of Vietnam empire.
Bonus point: he can suggest you best spots to take very Instagrammable pictures
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