Hue Imperial and Forbidden city in 2,5 hours walking tour

Please note that there are 4 options
Opt 1: Small group tour to Imperial City
Opt 2. Special Experience
Opt 3: Private tour to Imperial City, Dong Ba market, and Thien Mu Pagoda
Opt 4: Private tour to Imperial City and Royal tombs.
Depending on the option you choose, the itinerary, and duration is different. Please read carefully!!!

Option 1: This short tour lasts 2.5 hours, exploring the Imperial and Forbidden City inside the Hue Citadel. This program is specially designed to help you understand the following:

* The history of the Nguyễn Dynasty and Vietnam under 13 emperors
* The unique architecture from the Nguyễn Dynasty period (1802-1945) and why it was recognized by UNESCO as the first world cultural heritage site in Vietnam in 1993.
* The fascinating royal life inside the Imperial & Forbidden City.
* And more…

Meet your tour guide at the meeting point,
walk to Ngo Mon gate to get general information about the tour and function of this gate during the time of the Nguyen Dynasty.

Thai Hoa Palace is the next stop. This is the most important palace among the 5 palaces built on a main axis in the Hue Imperial City, used for grand court sessions and the coronation of new emperors.

Hien Lam Pavilion is one of the few remaining structures inside the Hue Citadel. Let’s admire and understand more about this over 200-year-old building.

The Nine Dynastic Urns is the collective name for the 9 bronze urns cast during the reign of King Minh Mang.

The Mieu Temple was built to worship the Nguyen Dynasty kings after their death. This is one of the 5 temples inside the Hue Citadel.

Chuong Duc Gate is one of the 4 gates of the Imperial City, exclusively for women

Dien Tho Palace was for the king’s mother to live in. This is a large complex surrounded by a high wall, with many different structures inside.

Truong Du Pavilion is where the king’s mother would enjoy the scenery and drink tea in her free time. This building is also located within the Dien Tho Palace complex.

The Forbidden Purple City is the name of the third enclosure within the Hue Imperial City, exclusively for the king’s family, including his wives and children. Inside the Forbidden Purple City, there are many structures with different functions.

Dien Kien Trung has just been reopened after 5 years of being completely rebuilt on the old foundation.

Thai Binh Lau (Peaceful Palace) was where the king would read books and enjoy the scenery. It is an extremely beautiful structure.

Thieu Phuong Garden, also known as the Royal Garden, has been restored with extremely eye-catching scenery. It was a place for the king and his family to stroll and enjoy the scenery.

Hien Nhon Gate was for civil and military mandarins to enter the Imperial City to work with the king. This is also where we end the 2.5-hour walking tour inside the Imperial City.

• 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
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• Option 4 with Royal Tombs
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  3 most popular tombs: This option takes you to Imperial City and visit the most popular tombs in Hue: Minh Mang, Khai Dinh, and Tu Duc Tomb.

  Duration: 6 hours
  From Imperial city to the tomb: Imperial city
  Minh Mang tomb
  Khai Dinh Tomb
  Tu Duc tomb
  Private Car: After Imperial City, our driver will take us to the royal tombs

• Opt 3: Dong Ba and Thien Mu
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  More attractions: After Imperial City, follow the guide to Dong Ba market & Thien Mu pagoda.
  Includes: Tour guide, buggy
  Not include: Entry fee
  Duration: 4 hours
  3 attractions: From Imperial City to Dong Ba market and Thien Mu Pagoda
  Buggy
• Option 1: Small group of 8
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  Small Group Walking Tour: Option 1: small group (Max: 8 people)
  Duration: 2,5 hours
  Do not include: the entrance fee
  Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  Imperial and Forbidden City
• Option 2: Special Experience
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  Explore Citadel by Buggy: After Imperial City, follow the guide to take a buggy to move around the canal inside the citadel and get more fun experience
  Duration: 4 hours: Spend around 2,5 hours Inside Imperial city
  and seating buggy to move around the Citadel
  Imperial City and Citadel
  Buggy

• Guiding fee

• Entrance fee

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This tour do not include the entrance ticket.

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• This Tour is Provided by huetoptours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 190 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.