Forbidden Purple City (Tu Cam Thanh) Tours and Tickets

Learn more about Hue’s grand history on a walking tour inside the UNESCO-listed Imperial City. You won’t struggle to keep up with or to hear your guide as this is an intimate small-group tour. Better understand the beautiful architecture that you see within the walled city, and hear stories from Hue’s past that bring depth and meaning to the old buildings. Upgrade options are a family-friendly tour, private tours, a sunrise or sunset tour, or a meal.

Give the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Hue Citadel (Da Noi) the attention it deserves on a small-group walking tour that promises a deep dive into the rich history of the Imperial City. Your guide highlights and adds crucial context to the most important aspects of the attraction, taking you way beyond guidebook content.

Hue, Vietnam is best known for its imperial architecture, peaceful pagodas, and vibrant local life. This half-day journey lets you explore the city’s most iconic sites before relaxing with a traditional Hue-style lunch and herbal foot soak at Madam Thu Restaurant. - Visit Hue’s must-see landmarks: the Imperial Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, and Dong Ba Market - Take a scenic dragon boat ride along the Perfume River - Enjoy an authentic Hue lunch at Madam Thu Restaurant - Unwind with a soothing herbal foot soak - a perfect way to end your morning in Hue

Hue’s Imperial City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich history, but exploring alone means you can miss out on context that’s sure to enrich your experience. This private walking tour of Hue Citadel (Da Noi) not only lets you explore the site at your own pace, but takes you beyond the guidebook with commentary from your guide.

Rather than exploring as part of a huge group, receive personalized attention on a small-group tour of Hue, the historical capital of Vietnam. Ideal for first-time visitors and time-pressed travelers, this tour transports you between dispersed landmarks, including the Thien Mu Pagoda and the far-flung Tomb of Khai Dinh, and ensures you benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide.

Get a great overview of Vietnam and visit many of its highlights in 16 days. Planning a multi-city trip can be overwhelming if you don't know the country well, so let local experts curate your itinerary. Rest easy with an all-inclusive tour where your accommodation, meals, transportation, entry fees, and hotel pickup are included.

Experience Hue’s rich history on a personalized small-group tour limited to 12 guests. Perfect for first-time visitors and travelers short on time, this full-day guided tour covers key sites like Thien Mu Pagoda and the distant Tomb of Khai Dinh. Enjoy hassle-free transport between attractions and benefit from your guide’s expert insights, making it an ideal introduction to Vietnam’s historic imperial capital.

See where the Nguyen Dynasty ruled Vietnam during this half-day tour of the Imperial City of Hue and the Forbidden Purple City. Your informative guide provides a glimpse of this major historical complex, once a foremost cultural and religious center and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. You’ll ride a dragon boat on the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda (Heavenly Lady Pagoda) and visit the Hue Royal Antiquities Museum. Round-trip hotel transport by minivan included.

Step back into Vietnam’s past on this tour of Hue’s Imperial City. Learn about the history of the Nguyen Dynasty era and all that followed from your guide—and with only a handful of tourists on each tour, there’s no risk of missing out on the details. You'll explore the highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Noon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Mieu Temple, and so much more.

Learn more about Hue’s rich history on an immersive walking tour of the UNESCO-listed Imperial City. Designed for a small group, this experience ensures you can easily hear your guide and enjoy a more personal, engaging journey. As you explore the ancient walled city, gain deeper insight into its stunning architecture and uncover the stories that bring Hue’s royal past to life. Choose from a range of flexible options, including family-friendly, private, sunrise or sunset tours, or even a tour with a local meal. Perfect for culture and history lovers, this tour offers far more depth than exploring on your own—while still allowing a relaxed, intimate experience. Please note that entrance fees are not included.

Discover the rich history of Hue on a guided walking tour through the UNESCO-listed Imperial City. Explore the ancient citadel with an expert guide who brings the stories of Vietnam’s last royal dynasty to life as you walk through palaces, gates, and courtyards inside the walled complex. With a small-group format, you’ll enjoy a more personal experience and have plenty of opportunities to ask questions while learning about the architecture, culture, and history of Hue. Hear fascinating stories from the Nguyen Dynasty and gain a deeper understanding of the landmarks that shaped the city’s royal past. Upgrade options are available, including family-friendly tours, private experiences, sunrise or sunset departures, or tours combined with a meal.

Take a walk in the Imperial Palace to see the past lives of Nguyen Royal Family. Listen to the stories of the Emperors at the The To Temple, then visit House for Queen Mother. Forbidden City will amaze you by how damaged it is. Royal Library, Royal Garden and Royal Theater are stunning after you go to the exit gate. Say bye to the tour guide.

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Welcome to our 14 Days Vietnam tour. Our private guide and driver will let you immerse in local culture at lively Hanoi Old Quarter and through a Water Puppet Show. Besides, you will trek in Sapa to see splendid rice terraces and daily life in ethnic villages. Then, we will embark on a luxurious overnight cruise exploring pristine Ha Long Bay. Furthermore, our guide will show you Vietnam's ancient history in Hue Imperial City.

See many of Vietnam’s top destinations on a 20-day tour from Hanoi. Navigating a multi-city adventure in an unfamiliar country can be daunting, but this all-inclusive tour takes care of all the planning. Enjoy seamless hotel pickup, accommodations, meals, transportation, and attraction entry fees included—allowing you to fully immerse yourself in Vietnam’s culture and scenic landscapes. This tour also offers several beach days for rest and relaxation.