• Meridian Gate - The Imperial city is the innermost section of the Citadel, encompassing an area of nearly 360,000 square meters with various structures.

During a 2.5 to 3-hour tour, you will:

• Gain an overview of the history of the Nguyen dynasty, the last royal family of Vietnam
• Discover the most significant edifice within the Imperial city
• Learn about the design of the entire Hue city and Citadel as conceived by Emperor Gia Long, the inaugural monarch of the Nguyen dynasty.
• Develop a more profound comprehension of how the monuments in Hue are interconnected with the Citadel.

Ascend to the second level of the primary gate for an enhanced perspective and additional insights.
Our guided tour will take you through different buildings, detailing their purpose and historical significance, from the working palace to the Queen mother’s abode, and onto the exquisite royal gardens.
The tales of the Purple Forbidden city will unveil the lifestyle of the royal household. The factors that contributed to the demise of the Nguyen dynasty after 143 years will become evident through the Imperial walking tour!
To conclude the journey, we will exit the Imperial city through the Hien Nhon gate.

• Bottled drinking water
• English-speaking guide
• Entrance fee tickets

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Entrance fee

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.