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Home/Vietnam/Southern Vietnam/Ho Chi Minh City/War Remnants Museum (Bao Tang Chung Tich Chien Tranh)

Uncover History: War Remnants Museum Guide

Step into history at the War Remnants Museum (Bao Tang Chung Tich Chien Tranh), one of the most significant historical attractions in Ho Chi Minh City. Gain a profound understanding of the Vietnam War through powerful exhibits, iconic military machinery, and moving photographic archives. Whether you are booking a guided historical tour, a private sightseeing experience, or a comprehensive city tour, this museum offers a deeply moving and educational journey. Discover why this is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking authentic cultural insights and poignant historical truths. Book your Ho Chi Minh City museum experience today to witness these essential stories firsthand.

4.8/5 avg ratingTours from $7.3812,810+ reviewsInstant booking available

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.81★

Based on 12,810 pooled reviews with ~94% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$35–$116 typical

Median price is $65, with a full range of $7–$190

Tour Length

Tour Length

4–11.8 hours

Median duration is 8 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Cultural City Tours

84% of options are cultural, 72% are city tours

Tour Format

Tour Format

Mostly Private or Guided

58% are private tours and 81% are guided

Languages

Languages

8 languages available

Includes English, Vietnamese, Japanese, French, German, Spanish, Chinese, and Italian

251 Products

Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels: Authentic & Less Touristy (Max 10)

Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels: Authentic & Less Touristy (Max 10)

7 hrsFree cancellation
4.89 (1,479 reviews)
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$19
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Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels: Authentic & Less Touristy (Max 10)
Summary

Avoid the crowds and explore the original Cu Chi tunnels at Ben Duoc, a more authentic and less commercialized site. Travel in a small group (max 10) for a deeper, more personal experience with a knowledgeable guide. During the tour, you will: • Learn about the Vietnam War from a local perspective ...

Inclusions
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Boiled Cassava, drinking water, cool tissue
  • Entrance fee, drinking water, cool tissue
Exclusions
  • Personal expense, tips/gratuities for local guide.
Itinerary
  • Ben Duoc tunnel complex
  • War Remnants Museum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Ho Chi Minh City Private Half-Day Tour by U.S Army Jeep

Ho Chi Minh City Private Half-Day Tour by U.S Army Jeep

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.88 (1,278 reviews)
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$71
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Ho Chi Minh City Private Half-Day Tour by U.S Army Jeep
Summary

Jeep tour is BEST choice for FAMILY and COUPLE. You can talk, share and have fun together on your private U.S Army Jeep. Due to the heavy traffic in Saigon so travelling by Jeep is the safest way to discovery local areas of Saigon. On Jeep car you can stand up and enjoy the fresh air, capture the m...

Inclusions
  • Private U.S Army Jeep
  • Private Tour Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Hotel in district 1,3,4)
  • Insurance
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entry/Admission: War Remnants Museum & The Independence Palace
  • Drinks on Jeep (Beer + Water)
  • Private Drivers
Itinerary
  • The Independence Palace
  • Saigon Central Post Office
  • Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
  • War Remnants Museum
  • Emperor Jade Pagoda
  • Former U.S. Embassy
  • Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
  • Duờng Dồng Khởi
  • Nguyen Hue Street
  • Ho Chi Minh Square (Quảng truờng Hồ Chi Minh)
  • Bitexco Financial Tower
  • Ben Thanh Market
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks

Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks

5 hrsFree cancellation
4.87 (960 reviews)
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$30
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Small-group Saigon City Tour: 4-Hour Must-see Iconic Landmarks
Summary

Ho Chi Minh City, still often referred to by its original name of Saigon, is a fast-paced city full of contrasts, where street vendors selling fruit and vegetables can be seen next to glitzy, Western-style bars and boutiques. Learn about the city's turbulent past and enjoy glimpses of its fascinatin...

Inclusions
  • Transportation by Air-conditional minivan
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (only Districts 1, 3, 4)
  • Vietnamese English-speaking guide
Exclusions
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and Gratuities (recommended)
  • Drinks (beer, soft drinks…)
  • Travel insurance
  • Airport pick-up is available for an additional fee.
Itinerary
  • Asiana Link Travel
  • The Independence Palace
  • War Remnants Museum
  • Saigon Central Post Office
  • Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
  • Emperor Jade Pagoda
  • Ben Thanh Market
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults, Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy

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

Daily Small Group Tour to Saigon City and Cu Chi Tunnels

Daily Small Group Tour to Saigon City and Cu Chi Tunnels

10 hrsFree cancellation
4.97 (649 reviews)
Viator
$50
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Daily Small Group Tour to Saigon City and Cu Chi Tunnels
Summary

• Small group tour (maximum 12 pax) • Get to know the history of Ho Chi Minh City • Visit the Cu Chi tunnels, Independence Palace, War Remnants Museum • Lunch with Vietnamese Cuisine set menu. • Pick-up and drop-off at central hotels in District 1

Inclusions
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • A/c van/bus pick up and drop off (centrally located hotel in Dist 1), transfer & sightseeing as per program
  • Meal as lunch.
  • Pure bottled water
  • Small group tour with maximum 12 pax
Exclusions
  • Travel insurance, beverage
  • Tips & personal expenses (shooting gun, telephone calls...)
  • Other services not mentioned in the inclusion
  • Shooting gun fee - 600.000vnd for 10 bullet
Itinerary
  • The Independence Palace
  • Saigon Central Post Office
  • War Remnants Museum
  • Cu Chi Tunnels
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Group size: 2-12 pax, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking., Children must be accompanied by an adult. Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults, otherwise they will be subject to the adult rate. A surcharge maybe applied to the bookings with 2 or more children., Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking., Not wheelchair accessible., The tour is not available for the handicapped and anyone with heart problems., Extra surcharge may apply for pickup outside of District 1., For the centrally located hotels in Dist 1 where we can not pick up and transfer because of the traffic rules, please contact the local supplier for support. In more detail, we are not allowed to pick up at Nguyễn Trãi Street, Nguyễn Thị Nghĩa Street,…, Please note that the return time is subject to traffic conditions, for which the tour operator is not responsible
Cancellation Policy

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

Saigon Afternoon City Historical Scooter Tour |Opt: Ao Dai Riders

Saigon Afternoon City Historical Scooter Tour |Opt: Ao Dai Riders

4 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.99 (485 reviews)
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$25
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Saigon Afternoon City Historical Scooter Tour |Opt: Ao Dai Riders
Summary

This tour is made especially just for you. By joining the tour, we will discover the modern city by taking a trip through central Ho Chi Minh City. The first place to be is the REUNIFICATION PALACE: One of the most unique and historically palace throughout Vietnam. Then, the next places will be NOTR...

Inclusions
  • Motorbike fuel
  • Accident insurance
  • Private Option Available.
  • Female Ao Dai riders require 6 hours in advance; later or crowded days, rider gender is random.
  • Friendly and professional guides
  • Vegetarian Option Available.
  • High-quality open-faced helmet
  • Rain poncho (if needed)
Exclusions
  • All items of a personal nature
Itinerary
  • War Remnants Museum
  • Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
  • Saigon Central Post Office
  • Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
  • Nguyen Hue Street
  • Emperor Jade Pagoda
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Best of Private Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port

Best of Private Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port

12 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.96 (483 reviews)
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$115
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Best of Private Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursion from Cruise Port
Summary

Enjoy a private full-day tour in bustling Ho Chi Minh City, where your guide will take you to some of the best highlights that this shore excursion has to offer. Vietnamese Traditional lunch and attraction entrance fees are included in this tour.

Inclusions
  • Pick-up and Drop-off at the port
  • Bottled Water
  • Private Professional English Speaking Guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions
  • Personal expenses
Itinerary
  • Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
  • Saigon Central Post Office
  • The Independence Palace
  • War Remnants Museum
  • People's Committee Building
  • Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
  • Phố Tau Sai Gon (Chợ Lớn Quận 5)
  • Ba Thien Hau Temple
  • Ben Thanh Market
  • Emperor Jade Pagoda
  • The Secret Weapons Cellar
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Private Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursion from Phu My Port

Private Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursion from Phu My Port

12 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.96 (379 reviews)
96.02%
3.98%
OutstandingI would recommend this tripWhat a amazing day
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$115
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Private Ho Chi Minh City Shore Excursion from Phu My Port
Summary

Saigon – Ho Chi Minh city is not only the busiest urban center throughout the country but also the home of many unique cultural features which are not available in anywhere of Vietnam. Saigon makes every tourist love each day is the overlap of magnificient and charming things with other simple but v...

Inclusions
  • Vietnamese Traditional Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Offering a Glass/Cup of Vietnamese Coffee
  • Private, Customize and Flexible Tour
  • Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off
  • Professional Tour Guide
Exclusions
  • Personal expenses
Itinerary
  • Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
  • Saigon Central Post Office
  • The Independence Palace
  • War Remnants Museum
  • The Secret Weapons Cellar
  • People's Committee Building
  • Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
  • Ba Thien Hau Temple
  • Phố Tau Sai Gon (Chợ Lớn Quận 5)
  • Ben Thanh Market
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Ho Chi Minh City private tour full day with Lunch included

Ho Chi Minh City private tour full day with Lunch included

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.92 (435 reviews)
Viator
$89
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Ho Chi Minh City private tour full day with Lunch included
Summary

This private tour of Ho Chi Minh City including lunch gives you a fascinating insight into the culture, history and the daily life of the locals in Ho Chi Minh City.

Inclusions
  • 2 Bottle mineral water per person
  • All Sightseeing and entrances fees
  • Permit to pick you up Inside the Phu My port
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Transportations: New air-condition vehicle transfer
  • Lunch at Local Restaurant
Exclusions
  • Visa, unless specified
  • Beverage, Tips
Itinerary
  • The Independence Palace
  • War Remnants Museum
  • Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
  • Saigon Central Post Office
  • Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
  • Phố Tau Sai Gon (Chợ Lớn Quận 5)
  • Ba Thien Hau Temple
  • Ben Thanh Market
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, If you choose the port pickup, please provide your ship information and update your details: Full Name, D.O.B, and Passport number, Ex..., Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy

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

Saigon Morning City Historical Scooter Tour w Ao Dai Rider option

Saigon Morning City Historical Scooter Tour w Ao Dai Rider option

4 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.97 (361 reviews)
Viator
$25
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Saigon Morning City Historical Scooter Tour w Ao Dai Rider option
Summary

This tour is made especially just for you. By joining the tour, we will discover the modern city by taking a trip through central Ho Chi Minh City. The first place to be is the REUNIFICATION PALACE: One of the most unique and historically palace throughout Vietnam. Then, the next places will be NOTR...

Inclusions
  • Motorbike fuel
  • Accident insurance
  • Private Option Available.
  • Female Ao Dai riders require 6 hours in advance; later or crowded days, rider gender is random.
  • Vegetarian Option Available.
  • High-quality open-faced helmet
  • Rain poncho (if needed)
Exclusions
  • All items of a personal nature
Itinerary
  • War Remnants Museum
  • Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
  • Saigon Central Post Office
  • Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)
  • Nguyen Hue Street
  • Emperor Jade Pagoda
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage & Chinatown

Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage & Chinatown

9 hrsFree cancellation
4.93 (379 reviews)
Viator
$44
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Full-Day Ho Chi Minh City Tour with Colonial Heritage & Chinatown
Summary

Discover Saigon's iconic landmarks on a meticulously crafted day tour. Multiple viewpoints are offered, showcasing historical gems, vibrant streetscapes, and the serene Saigon River. A unique river perspective, often overlooked, is provided via a scenic water bus journey. Vietnamese and Chinese cult...

Inclusions
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal Expenses
Itinerary
  • The Independence Palace
  • Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
  • Saigon Central Post Office
  • War Remnants Museum
  • Ho Chi Minh City
  • Ba Thien Hau Temple
  • Binh Tay Market
  • Ho Chi Minh City
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Among the tours and tickets we compare across booking platforms, prices range from $39–$119, with a median around $70. The full spread runs $18–$190, so there's flexibility depending on what's included (group vs. private, duration, guide language, and extras like hotel pickup or meals).

57% of the options we compare are private tours, which is unusually high for this landmark. Private tours suit travellers who want a flexible pace, a dedicated guide, or to travel with family or a small group. If you prefer a group setting, roughly 43% of listings are group-based, so both formats are well represented.

Most tours run 4–10 hours, with a median around 8 hours. Longer options often include additional sites in Ho Chi Minh City or a meal, while shorter visits focus on the museum itself. Check the itinerary to confirm what's covered in your chosen duration.

75% of the options we compare offer free cancellation, so you have good flexibility if plans change. Additionally, 91% offer instant confirmation, meaning you'll know right away whether your booking is locked in. That combination makes it low-risk to book ahead.

Tours are available in 8 languages: English, Vietnamese, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Italian, and Chinese. If you speak a less common language, check the listing details to confirm availability, since not every tour offers every language.

War Remnants Museum tours have an exceptional 4.8-star average rating across 12,570 combined reviews from across booking platforms. Reviewers consistently use words like outstanding, excellent, and fantastic, with roughly 95% of analysed reviews being positive. It's a landmark that genuinely resonates with visitors.

Skip-the-line options are rare here: only a handful of the tours we compare include skip-the-line access. That said, most options offer free cancellation and instant confirmation, so booking a tour in advance gives you flexibility and guarantees entry. If avoiding queues is a priority, check individual listings for skip-the-line mentions.

Use Grab app for ride-hailing, rent a motorbike, or take buses. Grab is safest for tourists. Motorbike rentals cost $5-10 daily but require an international license.

Visit Ben Thanh Market early morning, explore Nguyen Hue Walking Street, or eat at street stalls in District 1. Ask locals for pho shops in residential areas for authentic experiences.

Budget $20-40 for budget hotels, $50-150 for mid-range. Street food costs $1-3, restaurants $3-8. Total daily budget: $30-60 for budget travelers, $100+ for comfort.

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