War Remnants Museum

War Remnants Museum

War Remnants Museum
4.5
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
About
War Remnants Museum is a unit under the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ho Chi Minh City. Located in the museum system of Vietnam, the museum for world peace and a member of the World Council of Museums (ICOM), the War Remnants Museum, the Museum of thematic research, collection , storage, preservation and display of the material, photographs, artifacts on the evidence of the crime and the consequences of the war that the invasion force has caused to Vietnam.Museum store more than 20,000 documents, exhibits and films, in which more than 1,500 documents, artifacts, films have been applied to introduce in eight thematic exhibition frequently. In 35 years, the Museum has welcomed over 15 million visitors at home and abroad. Currently with about 500,000 visitors each year, the War Remnants Museum is one of the only cultural tourism to attract high public credibility at home and abroad.
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  • Eff Bee
    Singapore, Singapore80 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well worth the time
    The exhibition was truly heartbreaking, offering a valuable opportunity to hear the Vietnamese perspective on the war, which starkly contrasts with the Hollywood portrayal we've grown up with. The display featured exceptional war photography, though regrettably, the information presentation caused congestion. Learning about the brutality of the US forces and the devastating effects of Agent Orange was distressing. Nevertheless, investing time here is undoubtedly worthwhile for a deeper and more nuanced understanding of the conflict.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 15, 2023
  • Hannah B
    27 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must see!
    Very good museum, with the war told from the Vietnamese point of view. A lot of the exhibits are photos (with explanations) which show far more of the actual war. Whilst hard hitting, a very good museum and a must see. We are always a bit slower than everyone else around these things (I like to read everything!) we found we easily spent 2-3 hours there.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 26, 2023
  • SingaporeSusan88
    Singapore, Singapore12 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Good but no air con
    I would have given this attraction 5 stars but there was a lack of air con. I was there as soon as it opened and it was still crazy hot. I cant imagine what it would have been like a few hours later. disappointing. But otherwise its great. I recommend the audio guide because otherwise you will be reading for 2 hours. There is information overload. Its a great place to go as a solo traveler.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written November 23, 2023
  • kris D
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    VEITNAM WAR history. Outlined
    Complete history. Guide of the Veitnam War had some confronting and amazing mind blowing stories in the 4 level complex . The outside previcedent area has an area of old war equipment such as planes tanks and artillery weapons . A must do for war history enthusiast .
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written November 26, 2023
  • Anne S
    Leeds, United Kingdom571 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Shows how cruel humans can be.
    Must do in Saigon. Were only able to spend 30mins here which was not long enough and no where near enough time to do this place justice. The prison portion of the museum showed how savage things got. All the displays were very sobering, but incredibly interesting nevertheless.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 30, 2023
  • Lisa N
    Guildford, United Kingdom55 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Thought provoking to say the least
    TBH there’s some pretty raw pix in the photo gallery on the second floor, and its very thought provoking. But worth noting the fact that the USZ drug companies have compensated US war veterans but not the innocent victims of Agent Orange. Prepare to be shocked and saddened.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written December 6, 2023
  • chuko l
    Singapore, Singapore43 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Going back in time to a difficult period.
    A visit that will give local perspectives on impact of the wars on HCMC. Would suggest visiting the museum first before going to Cu Chi Tunnels. Start at the museum 2F and then go to 1F and finally the ground floor to look at the Tiger cages.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written December 7, 2023
  • LONGHAUL FLIERS
    Redcar, United Kingdom7 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Interesting Visit
    This was on our itinerary on our visit to Ho Chi Minh City. Entry was quick and cheap 70,000VND also bought a tour booklet. There is plenty of remnants in the main outside area, chinook and Huey helicopters and Artillery pieces and various weapons. The museum itself is set over a couple of floors starting from the build up and the arrival of US troops, also lots of pictures from the maasacre of My Lai and the involvement of aircraft during Operation Linebqcker. The use of chemicals during Operation Ranch hand are graphic and what Agent Orange did was horrendous. It is interesting to walk around, but take your time, you will need a few hours to see all the pictures and to visit all the different sections of the museum.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 10, 2023
  • tricoloringles
    Shanghai, China34 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The other side of the story.
    This isn't the sanitised, ‘Good Mornng, Vietnam’ version of events served up by Hollywood; it's raw, unflinching truth in photos and exhibits that tell of the effects of lnapalm and Agent Orange. The suffering of Vietnamese civilians, the resilience of guerilla fighters, the scars etched both on bodies and land - it's a story often drowned out by other narratives. Leaving the museum, I couldn't help but see echoes of this pain reflected in the ongoing struggles we are witnessing at the moment.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written December 23, 2023
  • mrc282
    World9,371 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    lots of graphics and themed rooms over 3 floors
    the 3 floors exhibits showcase the wars vietnam have experienced in recent history, and the reaction of the world as it happens. in particular, the agent orange (dioxin) narration through the lens of affected victims is illuminating i recommend spending the morning here and independent palace. they are nearby to each other. each site will require at least 1 hour entry fee is 40000 VND
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written December 27, 2023
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JSTrip_77
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina1,233 contributions
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May 2020 • Couples
So yes, let's just get it out of the way, there is a lot of what we would call propaganda here. But, the history of warfare is generally written by the victors - except when it comes to the Vietnam/American War if you are an American. It's incredibly powerful to learn the history of the war from the perspective of the Vietnamese. I highly recommend this museum even though some of the exhibits are very tough to take.
Written May 8, 2020
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Joanne B
Sydney, Australia55 contributions
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Mar 2020
Another excellent Museum to visit. You get the other side of the story, the war in Vietnam from a Vietnamese viewpoint. The Museum tracked and traced the entire conflict starting back in 1947 up to 1975. I was a teenager during the war and highly recommend touring the Museum to get a complete picture of the era.
Written March 17, 2020
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Austin T
Los Angeles, CA135 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
I wasn’t knowledgeable about the Vietnam war until visiting the museum. We as Americans are fortunate that the Vietnamese people allow us to visit their country. Seeing the pictures and artifacts from the war is disturbing and I walked out in disbelief that our government could do the things they did to the civilians that had nothing to do with the war itself. I’m glad it is (history) and therefore paststence.
On the exterior of the museum, there is a display of military tanks, aircrafts and such which was interesting. Admission was fair at about $20K VD or about $4.50 for two.
I’d go for the history lesson, but be prepared for the gory details.
Written February 20, 2020
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Pete williams
Sydney, Australia121 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
Definitely worth visiting if you have to stay in Saigon. The museum has three floors of incredible war artifacts and history relating to the French colonisation, Vietnamese attempts of democratic independence and the US occupation. The atrocities levelled upon the Vietnamese population since the French arrived until unification is just unbelievable. The affects of agent orange is even more heartbreaking. The horrors of chemical warfare in WW1 led to a ban on such weapons. The short and long term affects of agent orange far surpass any of the horrors of WW1. To think that a so called social responsible democratically elected government could cover half of Vietnam, swathes of Cambodia and Lao with such an incidious chemical throughout the 60s-70s is unfathomable. Especially when you consider civilians and US/allied troops were also knowingly sacrificed to the affects of agent orange as well. To this day Vietnamese only drink bottled water because of the presence of carcinogenic material from agent orange.
Written January 22, 2020
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Alisa C
Chiang Mai, Thailand13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Solo
This may be the most important part of my visit to Saigon. The exhibits are very moving but also at times difficult to see/ process. Some images are very graphic, but all sections of the museum give a very frank perspective of the war. The readings provide in depth information about many facets of the war including historical facts, photojournalism, agent orange, and so forth. There are also some large war vehicles outside for viewing.

The cost to visit is 40k VND - very reasonable for the exhibits!
Written January 9, 2020
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Vikramjit D
Kolkata (Calcutta), India88 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
On our way back from the cu chi tunnel trip, we asked our guide to drop us off close to the war remnants museum, which he did and we found ourselves at about 4 pm at the museum doors.

40.000 dong per person entrance fee.

The courtyard outside has a few planes and helicopters from the American war on display

The ground floor is about the americans who didnt want the war. And also the worldwide protests against the war.

First and 2nd floor speaks of the war itself , historic facts and the war impact on this country especially the agent orange effect.

Quite depressing actually, but then who said War was meant to be fun!
Written January 25, 2020
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Ritobhash Bhattaharya
Pune, India5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2019
It has multiple floors with different sections for viewing purposes. It contains information mainly images which provide a better understanding of the torturous lives of the Vietnamese during the war era. It was a marvellous and informative experience . I strongly recommend people visiting the museum to understand the effects of war on poor innocent people.
Written April 14, 2020
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danis luke
Singapore17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
We heard so much about the Vietnam war on news and articles.Visiting this museum would confirm your thoughts what you heard and read about.
How the Vietnamese suffered whether the north or south people but still Vietnamese.
The best part there no winner in the war except huge among of casualties.
It is an interesting place you must visit.The chemical that the Americans pour over Vietnam still exists.The Orange chemicals .
Read the original articles from the Americans themselves on what really happen.
Most of the Americans had to attend the war because it was their job.Most of them didn't want this thing to happen.Sad to say many innocent people died both the Americans and the Vietnamese.
You can see some of the war reminents ,small cages made for prison and on and on.
Written January 2, 2020
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Jon Brown
Whitley Bay, UK102 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
Appreciate it's partially one sided but these events did happen and it's powerful to see. A must when in Saigon. Great value too and if you read all information. Military hardware outside plus a mocked up prison as well as all photos and narrative inside. A good day. Ps be wary of coconut carriers looking to scam you in the outside area. They pretend to be friendly then force you to buy two drinks for a fiver and clearly work in teams 😏
Written January 26, 2020
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dewitteseep
Milton Keynes, UK129 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
The Vietnam war was a terrible time in Vietnam's history and America's. This museum does not hold it's punches. You start on the 1st floor seeing the effects of Agent Orange (which is still affecting 3rd generation Vietnamese and Americans), you also see/read about what the Americans did and how they acted during this war. It is hard to see. Then you go downstairs and see/read about the Americans who protested against the war in many different ways and then how the two countries worked towards reconciliation. It is a horrible business but you can not ignore what has happened - hopefully we learn from the past but sometimes I am not so sure we do :(
Written January 12, 2020
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