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The ochre Indochine-style building of the Vietnam National Museum of History with its octagonal tiled roof, seen across the forecourt.
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Vietnam National Museum of History

The Vietnam National Museum of History traces the country's past from prehistory to the founding of the Democratic Republic in 1945. Its main building at 1 Tràng Tiền, designed by Ernest Hébrard and completed in 1932 for the French School of the Far East, shows Đông Sơn bronze drums, Champa sculpture and stakes from the Bạch Đằng battles.

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Opening hours
Mon closedTue–Sun 08:00–12:00, 13:30–17:00

Hours checked October 16, 2026 · source baotanglichsu.vn

When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week
MonClosed
Tue08:00–12:00 13:30–17:00
Wed08:00–12:00 13:30–17:00
Thu08:00–12:00 13:30–17:00
Fri08:00–12:00 13:30–17:00
Sat08:00–12:00 13:30–17:00
Sun08:00–12:00 13:30–17:00

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Vietnam National Museum of History?

Opening hours: Mon closed · Tue–Sun 08:00–12:00, 13:30–17:00.

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