Hue Citadel Free Walking Tour
Overview
Tour Highlights:
Each stop blends history, photo ops, fun facts, and storytelling:
• Nine Holy Cannons: Bronze giants from 1803, symbols of royal power
• Noon Gate: Grand entrance for royal processions
• Flag Tower: Iconic symbol of national pride
• Thái Hòa Palace: Coronation hall of emperors
• The Mieu Temple: Shrine to the 10 Nguyen emperors
• Nine Dynastic Urns: Intricate bronze masterpieces
• Forbidden Purple City: Once the Emperor’s private domain, filled with secrets
Plus visits to Hien Lam Pavilion, Kien Trung Palace, Thai Binh Pavilion, Royal Theater, gardens, gates, and more.
What You’ll Learn:
How emperors ruled, life inside the Forbidden City, the roles of concubines and eunuchs, and the rich symbolism woven into every building and artifact.
This activity includes:
- The To Temple
- Imperial city of Hue , Vietnam
- The Flag Tower
Our Guides
On arrival
Meeting point: Nine Holy Cannons (https://maps.app.goo.gl/nqQuB8QCKzEYmvaf6)
Our guide will be waiting for you at the area of the Four Bronze Cannons near Ngan Gate (Cửa Ngăn), holding a sign with the Momo Travel logo to welcome you.
Please note: There are five cannons on the opposite side — be sure to come to the side with four!
Things to note
Entrance Ticket NOT Included. Entry fee to Imperial City is 200,000 VND/adult. (Cash only)
You can also buy Combo Tickets:
– 420,000 VND: Imperial City + 2 Tombs
– 530,000 VND: Imperial City + 3 Tombs (Valid for 2 days)
Wear comfy shoes and bring water – it’s a walking tour!
Tour runs in light rain – bring a poncho if it looks cloudy! Hue has charm even in the drizzle
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
