Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum?
What makes it 63% Kids-Friendly: Older kids may enjoy the stilt house and spiral museum walkway, but strict silence inside, early queues, and lack of play or dining facilities can cause restlessness and shorten visits.
Positives:
- Free entry: Mausoleum and grounds are free for all, making breaks easy.
- Stroller-friendly paths: Wide paved walkways let you push a stroller around the lawns.
Challenges:
- Silent zones: Kids must stay quiet inside the Mausoleum line and hall.
- Narrow exhibits: Stilt House and some museum halls have tight corridors and stairs.
What is Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum?
- A mausoleum on Ba Dinh Square that enshrines the embalmed body of President Ho Chi Minh in a glass sarcophagus
- A monumental granite and marble edifice that combines Soviet-inspired symmetry with traditional Vietnamese decorative elements
- A national landmark completed in 1975 as both a symbol of Vietnamese unity and a durable memorial to its revolutionary leader
What is so special about Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum for with kids?
- Wide, safe lawns let kids play freely.
- Feeding koi and pigeons adds fun hands-on moments.
- Stilt House sparks imagination with real-life rooms.
- Interactive museum ramps hold school-age interest.
Recommended visit duration: 1–2 hours
Why 1–2 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Enough time to explore the lawns, One Pillar Pagoda, Stilt House and Museum at a relaxed pace with kids.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum
Ba Đình Square Lawns Play:
Let kids run on the flat grass and count the 210 green squares.
Tip: Bring a hat and water; point out the flowerbeds for a quick photo.
One Pillar Pagoda Visit:
Watch koi fish and feed pigeons around the lotus pond.
Tip: Carry small dry bread crumbs and stand to one side on the paved path.
Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House:
Explore the wooden rooms where Ho Chi Minh lived from 1958 to 1969.
Tip: Ask kids to imagine life in each tiny room; free entry for under-6s.
Ho Chi Minh Museum:
Walk the spiral ramp through eight exhibit halls.
Tip: Let older kids try the interactive displays; use the audio guide next to each panel.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum
- Arrive at opening: Get there at 8:00 AM to beat crowds and midday heat.
- Combine visits: Buy a combo ticket at the museum booth if you plan to see the Stilt House and Museum together.
Reviews of Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum
Nandagopal Damodaran
Nice place to visit - well laid out wide avenues with the parliament building, ministry of defence and then main attraction - the mausoleum are very good. I believe parade happens here on special occasions like independence day and other special national events day. That must be a grand spectacle!
Chun
Visited the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum — a truly respectful and historical site in Hanoi. Entry is *free of charge*, and no tickets are required. The atmosphere is calm and well-organized, with clear security procedures. It’s a must-visit to understand Vietnam’s history and pay respects to their beloved leader. Dress modestly and arrive early as it can get crowded.
Anthony Giarratano
I'm Anthony, and these are my kneecaps. I was allowed in. My shorts were just touching the tops of my kneecaps. I asked the guard if it was a bit higher, then demonstrated to him, would I be let in? He said no. The security is strict at the metal detector. Ba Dinh Square itself is free to visit. The Ho Chi Minh Museum and the Stilt House area are an additional charge. Viewing the HCM mausoleum fro...
F Shah
A fascinating and respectful place to visit. The complex is well maintained and the atmosphere is calm and dignified. The queue was long but moved quickly, and the guards were very professional. It took around two hours in total, including security checks and walking through the site. It was quite hot and humid, so bring water and dress comfortably. A meaningful and highly recommended experience t...
Leslie Meyer
Beautiful grounds with the palace and mausoleum. We went right when it opened at 7:30 and there were no crowds. It was easier to appreciate the grandness of it all without tons of your groups. Much of the grounds are blocked off, but guards were friendly and made it clear where to go.
When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum (Hanoi, Vietnam)?
Visit early morning in hot months (May–Sept) to avoid heat. Carry light raincoats from May–Oct. In cool months (Nov–Feb), pack a light jacket for kids.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Mausoleum entry | VND 0 |
| Stilt House (2 adults + 1 child) | VND 75,000 |
| Museum (2 adults + 1 child) | VND 120,000 |
| Snacks & water | VND 100,000 |
| Total Estimated | VND 295,000 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Map of Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum
Address: 1 Hùng Vương, Điện Biên, Ba Đình, Hà Nội, Vietnam
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