Hue Walking Tour to Citadel, Forbidden City and Dong Ba Market
Walk around the Imperial Citadel, which was once the residence of the Nguyen Learn about the lives of kings Nguyen Dynasty Learn about Hue history and culture with local experts Explore Dong Ba market, learn about the daily life and customs of local people Small-group tour
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Hue Walking Tour to Citadel, Forbidden City and Dong Ba Market
What's included in Hue Walking Tour to Citadel, Forbidden City and Dong Ba Market
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Truong Tien BridgePass-by Only
07.30 - 08.00am: Our Friendly & Informative Tour Guide will pick you up at meeting point route on Pham Ngu Lao - Chu Van An - Vo Thi Sau streets (formerly known as Tay (foreigner) streets) for Hue Walking Tour. Today, we will have about 5 hours walking in the Hue Imperial Citadel to learn about History of Hue and explore Dong Ba market. Truong Tien Bridge: Starting the journey, we will start with a walk along Le Loi street, cross Truong Tien bridge to admire the scenery of the Perfume River. Learn about the bridge through historical periods.
Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
Imperial Citadel: explore the the historical residence of the Nguyen Dynasty. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the citadel is a wonderfully inspiring work of architecture in Vietnam. Nine Holy Cannons (Cửu Vị Thần Công): 9 cannons that Hue artisans cast in Gia Long's second year (1803). Nine cannons are considered as one of the most valuable bronze works of art. The ancient nine cannons were placed at the foot of the Imperial Citadel, at the entrance of the Ngo Mon Gate - the imperial city of Hue. During the reign of King Khai Dinh, they were relocated to their current position. Noon Gate (South Gate - Ngọ Môn Huế): Built in 1833 in the traditional Vietnamese style under the rule of King Minh Mang and used by the Kings for troop movements and ceremonies. Flag Tower (Kỳ Đài Huế): an architectural monument of the Nguyen Dynasty located in the middle of the south face of Hue citadel within the Nam Chanh fortress which is also the place to hang the flag of the royal court.
Dong Ba Market
From the Imperial Citadel, walk to visit Dong Ba market, the oldest market in Hue. Learn about cultural life at the market, chat with local people, shop for specialties and souvenirs. 12.00am: At the end of the program, walk back to the original starting point.
Inclusions
- Travel insurance
- Bottled water
- English speaking tour guide
- Food and drinks not mentioned in tour itinerary
- Ticket to Imperial Citadel: 200,000VND or 8.5USD
- Tips for tour guide.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Guide will meet guest at DMZ bar with a welcome board