Overview of Hue Citadel

Hue Citadel is a typical royal architectural complex, associated with the history of the Nguyen Dynasty - the last feudal dynasty of Vietnam. Located on the banks of the romantic Perfume River, right in the heart of Hue city, the Imperial Citadel not only impresses with its massive scale but also with its ancient, quiet beauty over time.

Hue Imperial Citadel

Built in the early 19th century under King Gia Long and completed After nearly 30 years, this place was once the center of activities, holding court meetings and organizing important royal ceremonies. With a system of Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City along with hundreds of magnificent palaces and temples, Hue Citadel was recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage in 1993, becoming a must-see destination for tourists when exploring Hue Imperial City.

Hue Citadel has a total of 13 city gates, including 10 doors leading to the outside, 1 internal door and 2 waterway gates. Among them, the 10 main citadel gates include:

• Chinh Bac gate (Back gate): Located at the back of Hue Citadel.

• Northwest gate (An Hoa gate): Located in the northwest of the Citadel, attached to An Hoa village and market, connecting two Tang roads. Bat Ho - Nguyen Trai.

• Western Gate: Located in the west of the Citadel, on Thai Phien street.

• Southwest gate (Right gate): Located to the right of Hue Citadel.

• Chanh Nam Gate (Nha Do gate): In the south of the Citadel, near Vo Kho - where weapons were stored since the reign of King Gia Long.

• Quang Duc gate (Sap door): Located in the south of Hue Citadel.

• The Nhon Gate (Chan Gate): Located in the South, on the left of Ky Dai; Previously, there was a high wall blocking the king's exclusive path to the river wharf.

• Southeast Gate (Thuong Tu Gate): Located in the Southeast corner of the Citadel, attached to the Upper Ky Palace and the horse carriage area inside.

• Chanh Dong Gate (Dong Ba Gate): Attached to with Dong Ba residential area, east of the Citadel.

• Northeast Gate (Ke Trai Gate): Located in the Northeast corner of Hue Citadel.

Prominent destinations at Hue Citadel

Hue Citadel Complex is built in a square shape, with a circumference of about 11km and an area of ​​up to 520ha - a rare and massive scale in the history of Vietnamese architecture. To create this capital, the Nguyen court relocated 8 ancient villages including Phu Xuan, Van Xuan, Dien Phai, An Van, An Hoa, An My, The Lai and An Buu, and provided new land for people to stabilize their lives.

Imperial Citadel Area

The Imperial Citadel is the second citadel in the Hue Citadel complex, serving as the political center. and rituals of the Nguyen Dynasty. This was once the place where the king and royal family lived, held court, and was also a space to worship the emperors. Built in 1804 under King Gia Long and completed in 1833 under King Minh Mang, the Imperial Citadel gathers more than 100 large and small projects, outstanding with a system of ramparts and defensive moats, clearly reflecting the authority and quintessence of Hue royal architecture.

Ngo Mon Gate

Ngo Mon is the main gate and also a symbol of power and authority. most representative of the Imperial Citadel of Hue. The project impresses with its massive scale, sturdy structure and surrounding moat system, clearly demonstrating the defensive and ceremonial role of the royal court.

Ngo Mon Gate

Ngo Mon includes 5 doors, of which the middle door is reserved For the king, the two sides are for civil and military mandarins, while the two outer doors serve soldiers, elephants and horses. Above is the majestic Ngu Phung Lau, where important ceremonies such as Duyen Quan, Truyen Lo or Ban Soc ceremonies once took place. After nearly two centuries of ups and downs, Ngo Mon still stands tall as a masterpiece of royal architecture, opening up a poetic scene towards the Perfume River.

Thai Hoa Palace

Step through Ngo Mon, Thai Hoa Palace appears as the supreme power center of the Nguyen Dynasty. This is the most important and largest building in the Citadel, where royal ceremonies, coronation ceremonies and Longevity ceremonies of kings are held.

Thai Hoa Palace

The palace is built mainly of ironwood, with 80 columns The large building is painted with gold, the roof is covered with lapis lazuli tiles and the system is decorated with intricately carved dragons. The throne is solemnly placed in a central position, clearly demonstrating royal dignity and authority. Thai Hoa Palace is not only a political symbol but also the pinnacle of Hue royal architectural art.

Dien Tho Palace

Dien Tho Palace was built in 1804, where the Queen Mother and Queen Mothers of the Nguyen Dynasty lived. Located in the northwest of the Imperial Citadel, the palace has an elegant, quiet beauty, separate from the solemn ceremonial atmosphere of the court area. The architecture of Dien Tho Palace is harmonious between residential space and garden landscape, reflecting the inner palace life as well as the exemplary royal culture of the Nguyen Dynasty.

Dien Tho Palace

Truong Sanh Palace

Truong Sanh Palace, formerly Truong Ninh Palace, was built according to the elegant royal garden model. This was once the place where the king and royal family rested, relaxed, and enjoyed the natural scenery.

Truong Sanh Palace

At the end of the Nguyen Dynasty, the palace became the living place of the Emperors Queen Mother and restored by King Khai Dinh, renamed Truong Sanh. With a harmonious landscape and delicate architecture, this place was once ranked by King Thieu Tri as one of the most beautiful landscapes in the capital.

Hien Lam Cac

Hien Lam Cac is a work with a deep meaning of honor and gratitude, built to remember the merits of kings and mandarins who made great contributions to the Nguyen Dynasty. Located near The Mieu Temple, Hien Lam Cac stands out with its ancient, dignified appearance, becoming a symbol of the tradition of "drinking water, remember the source" and the moral ideology in Hue royal culture.

Hien Lam Cac

The Mieu

The The temple (or The To Temple) was built by King Minh Mang in 1821, as a place to worship the Nguyen Dynasty emperors. The project has a sacred and solemn space, deeply expressing the spirit of ancestor worship of Asian culture. Over time, The Mieu is not only a place to commemorate ancestors but also a part of the soul associated with the history of the Nguyen Dynasty.

The Mieu

Phung Tien Palace

Different from The Mieu, Phung Tien Palace is a place to worship members of the royal family of the Nguyen Dynasty. The palace is located in a quiet area of ​​the Citadel, with a quiet and solemn beauty. Ancient architecture combined with pure space makes Phung Tien Palace a place that clearly demonstrates the spiritual life and family traditions of the ancient royal family.

Phung Tien Palace

Tu Phuong Vo Su Floor

Lau Tu Phuong Vo Su was built in 1923 under the reign of King Khai Dinh, where the king and his courtiers relaxed, enjoyed and discussed state affairs. The name means "peaceful four directions", expressing the desire for a peaceful and stable country. The two-storey building is made entirely of precious wood, featuring sophisticated, elegant architecture and open space overlooking the surrounding landscape.

Tu Phuong Vo Su Floor

Co Ha Garden (Co Ha Vien)

Co Ha Garden was built by King Thieu Tri in 1843, and is considered one of the masterpieces of Hue royal gardens. The garden is planned in harmony between trees, lakes and architecture, creating an elegant and relaxing space. Among the many royal gardens of the Nguyen Dynasty, Co Ha Vien stands out for its exquisite beauty, clearly demonstrating the aesthetic thinking and love of nature of ancient kings.

Co Ha Garden (Co Ha Vien)

Forbidden City Area

The Forbidden City is the innermost citadel of the Hue Citadel, built in 1804 and reserved for the king and royal family of the Nguyen Dynasty. This area has a rectangular plan, with Dai Cung Mon as the main front gate, surrounded by a closed city wall system, demonstrating absolute privacy and sanctity. Inside the Forbidden City there are nearly 50 large and small structures, each architecture takes on a separate function, clearly reflecting the daily life, rituals and inner palace space of the ancient royal court.

Kien Trung Palace

Kien Trung Palace is the most splendid building in the Forbidden City, associated with the last two kings of the Nguyen Dynasty, Khai Dinh and Bao Dai. Started in 1921, the palace has a unique beauty blending traditional royal architecture and modern Western style of the early 20th century. Although it was heavily damaged during the war, today Kien Trung Palace has been meticulously restored, becoming a special highlight, reflecting the cultural exchange period of the late feudal period in Vietnam.

Jianzhong Palace

Dai Palace Gate

Dai Cung Mon is the southern main gate leading into the Forbidden City, built under the reign of King Minh Mang in 1833. The building has a wooden structure, includes 5 compartments and 3 doors, the roof is covered with lapis lazuli tiles, clearly showing the solemnity of the inner palace. From Dai Cung Mon, the main architectural axis opens straight to Thai Hoa Palace, creating a majestic and standard layout of the Nguyen Dynasty's royal palace, even though it was damaged many times by war.

Duyet Thi Duong

Duyet Thi Duong is a special royal theater located in the Hue Citadel, built in 1826 under the reign of King Minh Mang. This is not only the oldest theater still standing in Vietnam but also the main performance space of Hue royal court music - Intangible Cultural Heritage of humanity. With unique architecture and ancient atmosphere, Duyet Thi Duong offers visitors a rare opportunity to fully experience the artistic life in the ancient royal palace.

Duyet Thi Duong

Ta Vu and Huu Vu

Ta Vu and Huu Vu are two works located symmetrically in front of Can Chanh Palace, once where civil and military mandarins prepared ceremonies before holding court, banquets or holding royal exams. These are rare works that survived the war, bearing the mark of political activities of the Nguyen Dynasty. Today, Ta Vu is used as a space to display royal artifacts, while Huu Vu has become a popular sightseeing and photography destination for many tourists.

Ta Vu and Huu Vu

Can Chanh Palace

Can Chanh Palace used to be the king's national affairs management center, where regular court meetings, receptions of envoys and important ceremonies were held. Located on the North - South axis, in line with Thai Hoa Palace, the project is considered the most beautiful architecture in the Forbidden City with its sophisticated wooden structure and majestic high platform. In front of the palace is Bai Mang yard - where mandarins gathered and worshiped the king, creating the most solemn political space in Hue royal palace.

Thai Binh Lau

Thai Binh Lau is the quiet resting place of King Khai Dinh, where the king rested, read books, wrote poetry and enjoyed the scenery. Built in the period 1919–1921, the building consists of two floors with exquisite architecture, yellow glazed yin-yang tile roof and many elaborate decorative details. Amidst the peaceful space and harmonious nature, Thai Binh Lau exudes poetic beauty, reflecting the spiritual life of the late Nguyen Dynasty monarchs.

Thai Binh Lau

Thieu Phuong Garden (Thieu Fang Yuan)

Thieu Phuong Garden is one of the most beautiful royal gardens inside the Forbidden City. The space here is designed in harmony between royal architecture and natural landscape, and was once a place to rest and stroll around for the Nguyen Dynasty kings. With its peaceful and quiet beauty, Thieu Phuong Vien brings a feeling of relaxation and gentleness, and is an ideal stop for tourists who want to rediscover the unique serenity of Hue Imperial Palace.

Thieu Phuong Garden (Thieu Phuong Vien)

Time to travel to Hue Citadel most beautiful

Hue is located in the Central region, with a climate divided into two distinct seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. To make your visit to the Imperial Citadel of Hue as complete and comfortable as possible, you should prioritize times when the weather is pleasant, beautiful scenery and many unique cultural activities.

• >Spring (January - March) is considered the most ideal time to travel to the Imperial Citadel of Hue. At this time, the weather is cool, not too hot or rainy, very convenient for sightseeing and walking in the large relic area. The scenery of Hue in spring also becomes fresh, trees sprout, the peaceful Perfume River enhances the quiet, poetic beauty of the ancient Royal Palace.

• >From April to June is Hue's vibrant festival season, most notably Hue Festival - a large-scale cultural and artistic festival imbued with the ancient capital's identity. Visiting Hue Citadel at this time, visitors not only admire the majestic royal architecture but also have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the brilliant festival atmosphere, enjoy traditional art programs and the charming beauty of Hue ao dai.

Ideal time to travel to Hue Citadel

Information on moving to the Citadel Hue

Hue Citadel is located right in the center of Hue city, on the banks of the romantic Perfume River, so moving here is quite convenient and easy. From the central areas, visitors only take a few minutes to reach the Imperial Citadel by many different means such as motorbikes, taxis, trams, cyclos or join a  Hue tour combined with visiting neighboring relics. With a prime location and convenient transportation system, Hue Citadel is always an ideal destination in the journey to explore the Ancient Capital.

Motorbike travel

Motorbikes are a suitable means of transport for tourists who love flexibility, take the initiative in their time and want to leisurely feel the slow pace of life of Hue. From the city center, you can move along main roads such as Le Loi - Phu Xuan bridge - Le Duan, then continue straight to reach the Hue Citadel area. The route is quite easy to follow, the road surface is wide, both sides are peaceful city scenery, very suitable for both moving and admiring the scenery.

Explore Hue Citadel by motorbike

If you do not bring a personal vehicle, you You can easily rent a motorbike in Hue at a reasonable price. This form helps you proactively schedule and conveniently combine visiting the Citadel with many other famous destinations such as Dong Ba market, Thien Mu pagoda or Truong Tien bridge in the same journey to explore the Ancient Capital.

• Rent electric motorbike Tran Hoang - 0978 953 953 - Price from 160,000 VND/day

• Rent a motorbike Red Bike - 0934 763 758 - Price from 100,000 VND/day

• Dong Xanh Motorbike - 0787671111 - rental price: 100,000 VND/day

• Lucky Motorbike - 0565 075 075 - price from 100,000 VND/day

• Lan Anh Motorbike - 0337713434 or 0338452790 - price 80,000 - 150,000 VND/day

• Kevin Motorbike - 0937 467 575 - price from 130,000 VND/day

• Chi Chi - 0389 441 733 - Price from 100,000 VND/day

• Hidibike - 094 541 81 11 - Price from 120,000 VND/day

• Hue Motorbike Rental -  0935 373 735 - Price from 110,000 VND/day

• Hidden Land Travel - 0348 421 282 -  Price from 120,000 VND/day

• …

Travel by taxi/tech car

• Reference cost: About 150,000 - 500,000 VND/trip

Some reputable taxi companies in Hue:

• Mai Linh Taxi: ☎(0234) 3898 989/1055

• Thanh Cong Taxi: ☎(0234) 357 5757

• Vinasun Hue Taxi: ☎(0234) 3788 788

• Sun Taxi: ☎ 0234 366 77 88

• SM Green Taxi Hue: ☎ 1900.2088

• Hue Yellow Taxi: ☎ 0234 3797 979

• …

Travel by Cyclo

• Reference cost: About 50,000 - 100,000 VND/trip (depending on distance)

Travel by Cyclo to visit the Imperial Citadel

Cyclo is a means of transportation bearing the mark of Hue, very suitable for tourists who want to experience the slow pace of life and fully feel the ancient beauty of the Ancient Capital. Choosing to travel by cyclo to Hue Imperial Citadel, you can leisurely admire the scenery, listen to stories about the ancient capital and easily stop at outstanding attractions inside the large campus.

Note: Hue Imperial Citadel campus has a large area with many scattered works, so visitors can flexibly choose the appropriate form of visit. If you love slowness, you can walk to fully feel the ancient space and quiet beauty of the palace. In case you want to save time and energy, especially for families with the elderly or young children, electric car and electric bicycle services are convenient options, operate regularly and help you easily visit all the highlights in Hue Citadel.

Staying at Hue Citadel

Luxury accommodation (4-5 stars)

TTC Imperial Hue Hotel

• Address: 08 Hung Vuong, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue, Hue City

• Reference price: 1,400,000 VND/night

Hotel TTC Imperial Hue

When visiting Hue Citadel, TTC Imperial Hotel is the ideal accommodation choice for tourists who want to enjoy comfort and class in the heart of the heritage city. Located on Hung Vuong Street, the hotel impresses with its luxurious Asian-inspired architecture, spacious rooms, sophisticated interiors and a series of high-end services such as restaurants, swimming pools and standard relaxation spaces, providing a complete resort experience when exploring the ancient capital of Hue.

Senna Hue Hotel

• Location address: 7 Nguyen Tri Phuong, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue, Hue City

• Reference price: 1,499,000 VND/night

Senna Hue Hotel

Senna Hue Hotel is a suitable accommodation suggestion for travelers Prioritize convenience and comfort at reasonable costs when traveling to Hue Citadel. Located right in the city center, the hotel possesses a modern design, a system of cozy rooms, full amenities, many rooms have private, airy balconies to admire the rhythm of Hue life.

Azerai La Residence

• Address: 05 Le Loi, Hue, Hue City

• Reference price: 4,000,000 VND/night

Azerai La Residence

Azerai La Residence is a high-end accommodation with a strong impression elegance and sophistication of the ancient capital. Located on the banks of the peaceful Perfume River, the hotel stands out with classic French architecture, elegant space and rich historical value. The system of spacious rooms, overlooking the river or green garden, harmoniously combines classic architectural style and modern amenities, providing a private, relaxing and unforgettable vacation experience for visitors.

Check out more famous hotels near Hue Citadel:

• >Ancient Hue Garden Houses - 105A Hung Vuong, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue, Hue City - price from 1,700,000 VND/night

• Indochine Palace - 105A Hung Vuong, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue, Hue City - Price from 1,300,000 VND/night

• Meliá Vinpearl Hue - 50A Hung Vuong, Phu Nhuan, Hue, Hue City - price from 1,800,000 VND/night

• White Lotus Hue Hotel - 05-07 Hoang Hoa Tham, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue, Hue City - price from 2,600,000 VND/night

• Park View Hotel - 09 Ngo Quyen, Thuan Hoa ward, Hue, Hue City - price from 800,000 VND/night

• …

Resort (Resort, Villa)

Huong Giang Hotel Resort & Spa

• Address: 51 Le Loi, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue, Hue City

• Reference price: 1,000,000 VND/night

Huong Giang Hotel Resort & Spa

Huong Giang Hotel Resort & Spa is located right in the heart of Huong Giang capital, on the banks of the gentle Perfume River and near the iconic Truong Tien Bridge, providing a peaceful resort space in the heart of the city. The hotel impresses with its harmonious design between modern architecture and traditional Vietnamese beauty, blending in a green, airy campus. With professional service and dedicated staff, Huong Giang Hotel Resort & Spa is the ideal choice for visitors to relax and fully feel the gentle, profound beauty of Hue.

Le Domaine de Cocodo

• Address: 53 Ham Nghi, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue, Hue City

• Reference price: 750,000 VND/night

Le Domaine de Cocodo

Le Domaine de Cocodo is an ideal place to stay for tourists. Tourists seek a quiet and sophisticated resort space when visiting the ancient capital of Hue. The resort impresses with its elegant architecture, harmony in green nature, and high-class amenities such as swimming pool, gym and relaxing spa area. Private space, attentive service and fresh atmosphere at Le Domaine de Cocodo bring a complete, gentle and different resort experience.

White Lotus Hue Hotel

• Address: 05-07 Hoang Hoa Tham, Phu Nhuan, Hue, Hue City

• Reference price: 2,600,000 VND/night

White Lotus Hue Hotel

White Lotus Hue Hotel is an outstanding 4-star hotel in the center Hue city center, making its mark with its neoclassical architectural style combining sophistication with ancient royal beauty. The hotel space is luxuriously designed, harmonizing traditional elements and modern amenities, bringing a feeling of elegance and comfort. Thanks to its prime location, from White Lotus Hue Hotel, visitors can easily move to the Citadel, Truong Tien Bridge or Dong Ba market, very convenient for the journey to explore the ancient capital.

Other famous villas and resorts you can refer to:

•  aNhill Boutique Hotel - area 5/To 9 Dai Nam, An Cuu Ward, Hue, Hue City

• Kawara My An Onsen Resort - street 49B, My An, Phu Duong, Thua Thien Hue - price from 1,300,000 VND/night

• …

Experience (hotel 2-3 Sao, Homestay, Co hotel…)

Tam Homestay

• Address: 12/35 Chu Van An, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue

• Reference price: 400,000 VND/night

Tam Homestay

Tam Homestay is a cozy accommodation option when traveling to Hue, located near Truong Tien Bridge and convenient to Dong Ba market, Forbidden City or Royal Antiquities Museum. The rooms are fully equipped with basic amenities and a private bathroom, providing a comfortable feeling of home. The green, quiet terrace space is a plus point to help visitors relax, enjoy the slow pace of life and the typical peaceful beauty of the ancient capital.

Leranda Homestay

• Address: 75 Vo Thi Sau, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue, Hue City

• Reference price: 900,000 VND/night

Leranda Homestay

Leranda Homestay is located on Vo Thi Sau street, Right in the central area and just a few minutes walk from Dong Ba market, very convenient to explore the rhythm of Hue life. The homestay has a small, beautiful space with a limited number of rooms, designed in a rustic style, using wood, bamboo and warm colors, creating a feeling of closeness and peace. The highlight of Leranda is the green garden with lotus pond and wooden veranda, where visitors can relax, sip a cup of tea and fully enjoy the typical serenity of the ancient capital.

Check out more cheap hotels and homestays near the Hue citadel that you can choose to stay at:

• Mint Homestay - 23 Le Huan, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue, Hue City - price from 340,000 VND/night

• Moon Homestay - Hue Citadel, 24 Dang Tran Con, Thuan Hoa Ward, Hue, Hue City - price from 475,000 VND VND/night

• Boom Casa Homestay - 60 Tran Huy Lieu, Hue, Hue City - price from 405,000 VND/night

• Kota's House Homestay - 67 Ngo The Lan, Ward Phu Xuan, Hue, Hue City - price from 430,000 VND/night

• …

Local festival cuisine and culture

High-class restaurant

Seafood restaurant Xanh

• Address: 1 Tran Van Ky, Phu Xuan Ward, Hue, Hue City

Blue Sea Seafood Restaurant

Blue Sea Seafood Restaurant Hue is a familiar address for diners who love fresh seafood in the ancient capital. The restaurant space is spacious and airy, suitable for both family meals and meetings with friends and groups. A diverse menu with richly prepared seafood dishes, preserving the natural freshness, combined with a fast and friendly service style, bringing a pleasant and complete culinary experience to diners when visiting Hue.

Dai Nam Restaurant

• Address: 02 Doan Thi Diem, Phu Xuan Ward, Hue, City Hue

Dai Nam Restaurant

Dai Nam Restaurant is a culinary stop chosen by many tourists when visiting Hue. The restaurant space is designed to be spacious, cozy, with traditional and modern features, suitable for family meals, receiving guests or tour groups. A rich menu with many typical dishes of Hue and Vietnamese cuisine, delicately prepared, harmonious flavors, and attentive service style, contributing to bringing a complete culinary experience to diners.

Check out other restaurants near Hue Citadel:

• Lac Thanh Restaurant - 6A Dinh Tien Hoang, Phu Hoa, Hue, Hue City

• Mai Nga Restaurant - 58 Le Duan, Hue, Hue City

• N. Cafe & Restaurant - 08 Tran Huy Lieu, Hue, Hue City

Local Cuisine

When visiting Hue Citadel, the journey to explore the ancient capital will become more complete if you take the time to enjoy typical local cuisine, imbued with the spirit of ancient Hue - gentle, delicate yet profound. Below are typical delicacies you should not miss:

• Hue beef noodle soup: Rich broth, fragrant with lemongrass and shrimp paste, combining beef, pork trotters and crab patties, creating the unique and unmistakable flavor of the ancient capital.

• Rice hên: A rustic yet sophisticated dish with stir-fried mussels, raw vegetables, shrimp paste, pork rinds and a mild spicy taste, clearly demonstrating the quiet "Hue quality".

• Banh beo - banh nam - banh loc: Small, pretty, soft cakes filled with rich shrimp and meat, often cleverly presented, both delicious and beautiful eyes.

• Hue banh hoi: Crispy crust, plump filling, served with a rich, rich broth from peanuts and roasted sesame, the more you enjoy it, the more attractive it becomes.

• Nem lui - wet cake: Fragrant grilled spring roll rolled with soft wet cake, raw vegetables and a very smooth, very creamy dipping sauce. suitable for a snack after sightseeing.

• Hue crab noodle soup: The broth is clear, naturally sweet, the noodles are soft and chewy, the crab patties are fragrant and fatty, bringing a light feeling to the stomach but still full of flavor.

• Hue tofu: A familiar snack with a delicious taste. Light fat, sweet, often enjoyed while still hot in cool afternoons.

• Hue tea: Rich and delicate with lotus sweet soup, longan sweet soup, filtered sweet soup... the sweet, refreshing taste is a gentle dot for the culinary journey of the ancient capital.

Hue beef noodle soup

Experience Culture and festivals

When visiting the Imperial Citadel of Hue, visitors not only admire the majestic royal architecture but also have the opportunity to experience the depth of culture and unique festive atmosphere of the ancient capital through many attractive activities:

• The program "The Imperial Citadel at night": Opens up the sparkling, magical royal space, where Visitors can watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony, enjoy Minor - Grand Music, Royal Court Music, Royal Dance and participate in traditional folk games, giving the feeling of going back in time.

• Enjoy Hue Court Music at Duyet Thi Duong: Experience the pinnacle of royal art recognized by UNESCO, with elaborate performances in the air The ancient architectural space creates a solemn and profound echo that is unforgettable.

• Hue Festival atmosphere at the Citadel: The Citadel is the focus of many major events during the Hue Festivals, with a series of unique cultural and artistic activities such as the opening ceremony, Ban Soc ceremony, Royal Night, Royal Tet... helping visitors better understand rituals, life and culture. Nguyen Dynasty culture.

• Traditional experience activities: Participate in folk games, watch craft performances, transform into royal costumes, bringing a close and lively perspective on ancient cultural life.

Hue Festival atmosphere at the Citadel

Suggested tour

HUE TOUR (KHAI DINH TOMB - HUE COLD CAPITAL - THIEN MU Pagoda)

• Itinerary: Khai Dinh Tomb - Thien Mu Pagoda - Imperial Citadel

• Method of transportation: Car

• Reference tour price: 760,000 VND/person

• Organizing unit: TravelViet

Hue ancient capital tour 1 Date

• Itinerary: Thua Thien Hue - Lap An Lagoon - Khai Dinh Mausoleum - Hue Imperial Citadel - Thien Mu Pagoda - Da Nang

• Transportation: Car

• Reference tour price: 7,50,000 VND/person

• Organizer: TravelViet

>1-day Hue discovery tour - timeless journey

• Itinerary: Thua Thien Hue - Thien Mu Pagoda - Hue Citadel - Dong Ba market - Khai Dinh king's mausoleum - Minh Mang king's mausoleum - Thuy Xuan incense village

• Transportation: Car

• Reference tour price: 1,050,000 VND/person

• Organizer: TravelViet

DA NANG 4D3N TOUR "Son Tra - Ngu Hanh Son - Hoi An - Ba Na - Hue" Free shopping

• Itinerary

  • Day 1: DA NANG – SON TRA – MARBLE MOUNTAIN – HOI AN

  • Day 2: EXPLORE BA NA HILLS

  • Day 3: CO-HUE TOMB

  • Day 4: FREEDOM - AIRPORT TRANSFER

• Transportation: Passenger car

• Reference tour price: 3,325,000 VND/person

• Organizer: TravelViet

Shopping and Souvenirs

When traveling to Hue Citadel, besides sightseeing and exploring history, visitors can also spend time shopping for souvenirs bearing the mark of the ancient capital with many exquisite and meaningful options:

• Hue leaf hats, poem hats: Gentle symbols of Hue, meticulously handcrafted, suitable as traditional souvenirs.

• Hue ao dai: Elegant, soft design, showing the discreet, elegant beauty of Hue people, suitable as a gift or souvenir souvenir for the trip.

• Embroidered paintings, phap lam paintings: Exquisite handicrafts, recreating scenes of the royal court, Perfume River, Ngu Mountain, with high artistic and cultural value.

• Royal handicrafts: Products such as paper fans, boxes wood, souvenirs carved with dragon and phoenix motifs, bold with the culture of the Nguyen Dynasty.

• Agarwood and products from agarwood: A gentle, luxurious fragrance, often chosen as a meaningful gift.

• Sesame net, sour shrimp, palace teah: Hue specialties are easy to buy, easy to carry, suitable as gifts for family and friends.

• Souvenir products in the Citadel: Books, postcards, architectural models of Ngo Mon, Thai Hoa Palace... help preserve Completely imprinted with the ancient royal palace.

• Dong Ba Market (near the Citadel): A familiar shopping destination with a variety of specialties, souvenirs and local products, convenient to combine sightseeing.

Sesame truffle - souvenir in Hue

Support information and information other news

During the process of visiting Thien Mu Pagoda Hue, in case you need assistance with transportation, accommodation, food or tourist information, visitors should contact travel agencies and local authorities to ensure a safer, more convenient and complete trip.

• Phu Xuan Ward Police: 0234 3522 360

• Thua Thien Hue Provincial Police:  0234 3822 305

• Thua Thien Hue Department of Tourism: (0234) 3822 590 (Standard support for tourists)

• Consumer Protection: (0234) 3822 052 (Contact Thua Thien Hue Market Management Department

• Tourist Information: (0234) 3835 729 (Tourism Promotion Information Center)

• >In case of emergency, you can quickly contact the switchboards: 113 (Police), 114 (Fire), 115 (Span research)...

Hue Citadel is not only a majestic architectural symbol of the Nguyen Dynasty but also a place that fully preserves the soul of the ancient capital's history and culture. If you have the opportunity to come to Hue, visit the Citadel once to feel the quiet beauty, deposited over the years and don't forget to combine exploring the surrounding cuisine and unique culture to make the trip more complete and memorable.