About Independence Palace

Independence palace or reunification palace, formerly known as Norodom Palace was designed by architect Ngo Viet Thu. It has served as the headquarters during the French and Japan colonial days, afterward, it was the base of the ruling royal family. Furthermore, it was the site of the end of the Vietnam War during the fall of Saigon on 30 April 1975 when a North Vietnamese Army tank crashed through its gates. At present, there are photo galleries, a U.S. helicopter, and Russian tanks in the compound of this palace. The palace is an integral part of Vietnam's struggle for freedom and is frequented by the V.I.P.s as well as tourists. If you are into history and war, then this place will surely give you the thrills. 

Must See

  • The war room and telecommunication center with original maps.
  • The casino on the third floor.
  • The heliport on the rooftop terrace.

How to reach

There are a series of buses that goes near this place. Take bus no. 150 and then either the bus no. 14, 19 or 93 to reach the place. You may hire a cab or a taxi to arrive in around 40 minutes. It is 9.8 km away from the city center.

Tips

  • Take time to visit all the levels and explore the galleries to know the story of freedom fighters of the country.
  • Take photographs with permission and do not go in the barricaded or roped-off sections.
  • Wear comfortable footwear.
  • Don't forget to carry your cameras to capture the mesmerizing views.
  • Be aware of the social etiquette followed here, so the locals accept you better.
  • Always carry an ample amount of water so that you can stay hydrated during your tour.
  • Carry sunscreen if it's sunny outside.

Visit Time

Sunday:             7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Monday:            7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday:           7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday:      7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursday:          7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Friday:              7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Saturday:          7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

In the afternoons, there is a rush of tourists, and as a result, you may have to wait in queue for a minimum of 15 minutes

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

30,000 VND.

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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Weather

Moderate Rain 27.18°C

 

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