Introduction

Located in the heart of the bustling Hanoi capital, Vietnamese Women's Museum is a cultural work bearing the mark of history and humanity. With a total area of ​​over 4,500 square meters, the museum has 4 floors displaying more than 40,000 artifacts, documents, and images related to the role, position, and great contributions of Vietnamese women.

Vietnamese Women's Museum is a cultural work bearing the mark of history. Source: Mytour blog

Vietnamese Women's Museum is a cultural work bearing the mark of history. Source: Mytour blog

In all aspects of life, from production labor and fighting to protect the country, to preserving and promoting national cultural values. The exhibition space is designed in a modern way, combining traditional elements and interactive technology, helping visitors not only see history but also feel the spirit, aspirations, and sacrifices of many generations of women.

The exhibition space in the museum is designed in a modern way. Source: Vinpearl

The exhibition space in the museum is designed in a modern way. Source: Vinpearl

This is a special destination that attracts those interested in culture, history, and gender equality. Don’t hesitate and contact Asia King Travel to make a trip to explore the Vietnam Women’s Museum, and to learn new things! 

Location and how to get there

Vietnamese Women's Museum is located at 36 Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Hang Bai Ward, Hoan Kiem District - a prime location in the heart of Hanoi, only about 500 meters from Hoan Kiem Lake.

If you travel from central locations such as the Opera House or the Old Quarters, it only takes you about 5 to 10 minutes on foot. To travel easily, the most comfortable means of vehicles are motorbikes, taxis, or public buses, with route numbers such as 08A, 31, 36, and 49 stopping right near the museum.

You can easily combine a visit to the museum with nearby tourist attractions. Source: VinWonders

You can easily combine a visit to the museum with nearby tourist attractions. Source: VinWonders 

With a short route and convenient transportation, travelers can easily combine a visit to the museum with nearby tourist attractions such as Hoan Kiem Lake, the Great Church, or Trang Tien Street. 

Ticket prices 

Before entering the museum, you need to pay for an entrance ticket. A ticket costs 40,000 VND per person for an adult, and if you have kids, the cost of a ticket is 10,000 VND per child. 

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History

Vietnamese Women's Museum was established in 1987, under the management of the Vietnam Women's Union. The original goal of this place was to preserve and introduce tangible as well as intangible cultural values ​​related to Vietnamese women. 

This valuable attraction was established in 1987. Source: Song tre

This valuable attraction was established in 1987. Source: Song tre

By 2010, the museum was renovated and expanded, applying modern technology to serve the display and education work. It was not only a place to preserve history, but the museum was also a space for cultural exchange, a place to organize research activities, seminars, and exhibitions on women and gender. 

This place has become one of the most impressive museums in Vietnam. Source: Traveloka

This place has become one of the most impressive museums in Vietnam. Source: Traveloka

Thanks to its specialization and depth of content, this place has become one of the most impressive museums in Vietnam, highly appreciated by several international tourists and travel platforms. 

Best time to visit

You can visit the Vietnam Women's Museum at any time of the year because the indoor space is air-conditioned, reasonably arranged, and suitable for both rainy and sunny days. However, Hanoi's autumn (from September to November) is considered the most ideal time to combine visiting the museum with discovering the beautiful scenery of the capital.

The museum organizes events on special occasions. Source: Lao Cai electronic news

The museum organizes events on special occasions. Source: Lao Cai electronic news

On special occasions such as International Women's Day (March 8) and Vietnamese Women's Day (October 20), the museum often organizes attractive events and exhibitions, which are worth participating in. In addition, the opening hours of the museum are from 8 am to 5 pm. 

What to do at the museum?

Visiting three main exhibition spaces

Visiting the three main exhibition spaces is an activity not to be missed, including: “Women in the Family”, “Women in History”, and “Vietnamese ethnic women’s Costumes”. Each space is designed like a vivid film with hundreds of artifacts, images, and realistic illustrations. 

Visiting the three main exhibition spaces is an activity not to be missed. Source: Tuyen Quang news

Visiting the three main exhibition spaces is an activity not to be missed. Source: Tuyen Quang news

Many visitors often express their emotions when admiring the letters, scarves, and ethnic dresses, which are small artifacts but contain a meaningful story about the fate, sacrifice, and enduring beauty of Vietnamese women. 

Enjoying the multimedia documentary 

Next, enjoying the multimedia documentary screening experience is a modern highlight that many foreign travelers appreciate. Short films, shown using interactive technology, bring viewers closer to the real life of Vietnamese women through the ages. Whether it is the image of a mother carrying her child on her back in the smoke of bombs or the daily life of young girls in the highlands, all leave a strong and authentic impression.

Enjoying the multimedia documentary screening is a modern highlight. Source: iVIVU

Enjoying the multimedia documentary screening is a modern highlight. Source: iVIVU

Participating in cultural pursuits

Besides, taking part in ethnic cultural experience activities is an opportunity for you to try on traditional costumes of ethnic minorities such as H’Mong, Dao, and Tay, and take some photos. This activity especially attracts young people and international holiday-makers, because this not only helps them understand more about cultural diversity but also brings joy when they are “transformed” into the beauty of traditional Vietnam.

 Taking part in cultural pursuits is a chance for you to try on traditional costumes. Source: MIA

Taking part in cultural pursuits is a chance for you to try on traditional costumes. Source: MIA

Exploring the thematic galleries and contemporary exhibitions

Finally, discovering the thematic and contemporary exhibition areas is also an interesting point that many tourists are hooked on. Thematic exhibitions are regularly changed according to topics such as “Domestic violence”, “New era female workers”, or “Beauty through the perspective of female artists”.

Discovering the thematic and contemporary exhibition is also interesting. Source: dulichvn

Discovering the thematic and contemporary exhibition is also interesting. Source: dulichvn

These topics create depth of thought, reflect the contemporary breadth, and make visitors leave the museum not only with considerable knowledge but also with questions and humane reflections. 

Conclusion 

Vietnam Women’s Museum is not only a place to preserve history but also a lively space telling the story of the resilience, sacrifice, and compassion of Vietnamese women through the ages. With profound content, modern exhibition space, and diverse experiential activities, this place is truly a must-see destination for all tourists who love culture and history. Take the time to visit this museum during your journey with Asia King Travel! 

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