Experts' Choice Award National Oceanographic Museum of Vietnam
What the experts agree on
Historic 1923 French colonial building packed with 60,000+ preserved marine specimens in jars, plus stuffed animals and fishing artifacts. Charming but dated—expect a worn, quirky museum experience rather than polished displays.
“The place is a bit run-down, with outdoor aquarium areas that could use a good scrub and a coat of paint. ”
– Frommer's
Lonely Planet "This dated museum has 60,000 or so jars of pickled marine specimens, stuffed birds and sea mammals, and displays of local boats and fishing artefacts." Full review
Fodor's "The two-story French colonial building, built in 1923, houses a large collection of sea creatures, living and preserved in jars, including sharks, turtles, seals, and sea horses." Full review
