History Of Military Museum

Location: Military History Museum is located at No. 28A Dien Bien Phu Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.
Characteristic: It was formerly the French expeditionary barracks and covers 10,000 m² divided into 30 showrooms. It was founded on December 22nd, 1958.

The content of the museum covers 6 periods: 

- The history of the Vietnamese nation and the birth of the Vietnam People’s Army.
- The Vietnamese struggle against French colonialism.

- The Vietnamese struggle against American imperialists.

- The Vietnam People’s Army on the path to a regular modern army.

- The People and the Army are oneness - they will be invincible.

- Piece of weaponry displayed in the museum courtyard (airplanes, tanks, heavy artilleries, rockets, mortars, bombs, etc

The Military History Museum is the concentrated embodiment of the spirit of the Vietnamese people “Nothing is more precious than independence and freedom" Entry price is 10,000VND

Latest News

Vietnam Beyond the Beaten Path: Hidden Destinations Worth Discovering

01/05/2026

When travelers think of Vietnam, names like Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, or Ho Chi Minh City often come to mind. These iconic destinations are popular for good reason. However, beyond the well-trodden routes lies another Vietnam — quieter, more authentic, and deeply connected to nature and local culture. For travelers who have already visited Vietnam or those seeking meaningful, off-the-beaten-path experiences, the country offers many lesser-known destinations that remain largely untouched by mass tourism. Here are some of Vietnam’s hidden gems worth discovering.

Vietnam Airlines Move All Domestic Flights to New Terminal T3 at Tan Son Nhat Airport

12/04/2025

Vietnam Airlines announced that starting May 17, 2025, all its domestic flight operations will be relocated to the newly opened Terminal T3 at Tan Son Nhat International Airport.

Coffee Culture of Vietnam: From Egg Coffee to Riverside Slow Moments

11/07/2025

In Vietnam, coffee is not merely a drink - it is a way of experiencing life. It is conversation, stillness, memory, rhythm, and a quite ritual that unfolds throughout the day. From the shaded sidewalks of Hanoi to the breezy riverside cafe in Saigon, coffee in Vietnam reflects the character of each region: refined, poetic, bold, and deeply personal. To travel through Vietnam is to follow the aroma of roasted beans, the whisper of coffee filters dripping slowly, and the soft clinking of glasses in morning life.

You might want to visit