Hanoi, Vietnam is Worth the Visit for its Amazing Museums Alone

Hanoi, Vietnam
Hanoi, Vietnam. Photo by Minh Luu (Minhluu.com & AA+Photography) on Unsplash

Vietnam’s capital of Hanoi is known for its rich culture and history, and its museums are one of the best places to explore it. This city is home to countless amazing museums that will make you see Vietnam in a whole new light, and here are some of the very best.

National Historical Museum

Vietnam’s National Historical Museum is housed inside a colonial French building and it’s home to over 200,000 artifacts divided into five different sections, covering everything from Vietnam’s prehistory to the August Revolution in 1945.

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

This ethnological museum offers exhibits exploring Vietnam’s various cultures, offering a closer look at 54 officially recognized ethnic groups living in this country.

Vietnam Military History Museum

This museum opened its doors less than a year after the start of the Vietnam War in 1955. It’s the symbol of the country’s resistance and it features several exhibits exploring the history of Vietnam’s military conflicts over the years.

Vietnamese Women’s Museum

Founded by Vietnam Women’s Union in 1995, this museum illuminates the roles of Vietnamese women in the historical and cultural development of this country. It features three permanent exhibitions, focusing on women in family, history, and fashion, in addition to hosting special and traveling exhibitions.