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Hue Imperial Citadel Walking Tour with Tour Guide explores the history of the 143-year Nguyen Dynasty with many stories behind the harem

Highlights

• Excursions with a tour guide rich in dynastic history knowledge
• Visit Thiệu Phương Garden, Thai Binh Pavilion, Cua Ngo Mon
• Learn about the history of the Nguyen Dynasty lasting 143 years with many even
• Explore the magnificently rebuilt Kien Trung Palace
• Visit the oldest Duyet Thi Duong theater of the Nguyen Dynasty

Description

Start time depends on your requirements, with tours lasting from 2 hours to 2.5 hours. Our knowledgeable history tour guide will pick you up at Nine Holy Cannons in Cua Ngan, and then assist you in purchasing tickets and continuing your Hue Imperial City Walking Tour. Nine Holy Cannons (Cửu vị thần công) is a precious bronze work, the cannons were cast in 1803. 1. The Flag Tower (Kỳ Đài Huế), an architecture of the Nguyen Dynasty situated in the heart of the south face of the Hue Citadel, served as the flag-bearing site for the royal court. 2. Noon Gate (Ngọ Môn Huế) was built in 1833, as a gate reserved for the king or used to welcome envoys. 3. Ngu Phung Pavilion (Lầu Ngũ Phụng) has a frame structure made entirely of ironwood with 100 pillars and is located above Ngo Mon Gate. 4. Thai Hoa Palace (Điện Thái Hòa), located in the Imperial Citadel area of Hue Citadel, is the coronation place of 13 Nguyen Kings. 5. The Forbidden Purple City (Tử Cấm Thành) is only reserved for the king and royal family of the Nguyen Dynasty, mandarins and civilians are not allowed to come close. 6. Duyet Thi Duong Royal Theater (Duyệt Thị Đường) is one of four theaters built during the Nguyen Dynasty and is also the oldest preserved theater. 7. Thieu Phuong Garden (Vườn Thiệu Phương) was built in 1828 and is one of the typical royal gardens of the Nguyen Dynasty. 8. Thai Binh Pavilion (Thái Bình Lâu) was built from 1919 to 1921, as a place for the king to rest and relax. 9. Kien Trung Palace (Điện Kiến Trung) was built in 1923, highlighted by the combination of Asian and European architecture. Completely collapsed and was restored in 2024. 10. Dien Tho Palace (Cung Diên Thọ) is the Queen Mother's residence, with large scale, exquisitely carved details, and elegant style. 11. The Mieu Temple (Thế Miếu Huế), stands as a temple dedicated to worshiping the 10 Kings of the Nguyen Dynasty. 12. The Nine Dynastic Urns (Cửu Đỉnh Huế), a collection of bronze urns commissioned by Emperor Minh Mang in 1835, has a total of 162 images cast and carved on 9 bronze uns. 13. Hien Lam Pavilion (Hiển Lâm Các) was built in 1821 - 1822 and is considered the place where the emperors had their epiphanies. Ending the journey to discover the history of the Nguyen Dynasty, I wish you a happy day. You can have your own time to learn about the many wonderful places in the Hue Imperial City area. Thank you for trusting and choosing us.

Includes

English-Speaking Guide Bottled water 2.5-hour guided tour of Hue Imperial City Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)

Important Information

• An entrance ticket is not included We have 2 options: small group and private tour. Please choose the desired option in the tour booking section

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund