Hoa Lo Prison

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8 expert reviews

“This thought-provoking site is all that remains of the former Hoa Lo Prison.”

– Lonely Planet

Concierge Concierge
"About two thirds of the infamous "Hanoi Hilton" was demolished... but the penitentiary's remaining cells and dungeons were turned into a small, fascinating museum."
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"An important cultural stop while visiting Hanoi." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Originally built by French colonizers to house Vietnamese political prisoners, Hoa Lo prison later held American prisoners of war." Full review
Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"The notorious "Hanoi Hilton" where Vietnamese colonial subjects and later American POWs, including John McCain, were imprisoned.  " Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"US prisoners-of-war here dubbed it the "Hanoi Hilton," an ironic comment on the terrible conditions that they had to endure." Full review
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