Experts' Choice Award Vietnam National Museum of History
What the experts agree on
Vietnam's finest art collection spans ancient to contemporary works across three graceful floors in a beautifully preserved French colonial building, with a cozy atmosphere despite sparse English labels.
“Descriptions in English are limited, but don’t let that dissuade you from visiting this gem.”
– Afar Magazine
Frommer's "Hanoi's history of over 1000 years is complex... [and] the story that unfolds in this well laid-out museum is one of epic proportions." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Built between 1925 and 1932, this architecturally impressive museum was formerly home to the École Française d’Extrême Orient." Full review
Afar Magazine "This comprehensive art museum covers a wide range of genres, starting with ancient art on the bottom floor, and contemporary at the top...spiraling, dark wooden staircases give the museum a cozy feel." Full review
Fodor's "Opened in 1932 by the French, this building has served in its present capacity since 1958, when it was turned it over to Hanoi authorities." Full review
Frommer's "This museum contains the finest display of artwork in all the country...its three floors contain examples from all periods up to the present, and the variety of media is particularly impressive." Full review
