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Hue Forbidden Purple City
Activity Duration (8 hours)
Extreme
Hosted in English
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Overview
What you'll do
The Forbidden Purple City is a place of great significance. Its name is a testament to its mysterious and alluring nature. The city is a place of wonder, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy are blurred. It is a place where the imagination knows no bounds, and where the beauty and magic of the world are on full display.
Tour Highlight
The Purple City, located in the Citadel of Hue, was built during the Emperor Gia Long dynasty in the 19th century. Established as the capital of unified Vietnam in 1802, Hue became the political, cultural and religious centre of the nation under the Nguyen dynasty until 1945. The city suffered damage during the Tet offensive of 1968, and was later declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Tu Duc, Vietnam's fourth emperor, lived from 1829 to 1883, during which time he is said to have had 104 concubines. During his reign, Vietnam lost its independence to France. King Khai Dinh, Emperor from 1916 to 1925, is immortalised in his tomb, which offers a glimpse into Vietnam’s imperial history.
What is included?
- Private transportation
- Airconditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- English Speaking Guide
- Boat to Thien Mu
- Entry/Admission Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
- Entry/Admission Tomb of Tu Duc
- Entry/Admission Tomb of Khai Dinh
What is not included?
- Drinks during lunch
- Gratuities
- Personal Expenses
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Phongnha Private Tours
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Host since 2025
Itinerary
Hue Monuments & Memorials Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Hue Forbidden Purple City in Hue, Vietnam. This monuments & memorials experience includes 4 stops over 1 day. Duration: 8 hours. Activity level: Extreme.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
1
Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
Stop: 90 minutes
The Complex of Hue Monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is located in the city of Hue in central Vietnam. Hue was founded as the Vietnam capital city by Gia Long, the first king of the Nguyen Dynasty in 1802. It held this position for nine Nguyen dynasties until 1945.
The massive complex features hundreds of monuments and ruins, such as the Forbidden Purple City, once the residence of the royal family and badly damaged during the Vietnam War, the Imperial City, royal tombs, flag tower, pagodas, temples, a library and museum.Read moreMore about Hue Imperial City (The Citadel)
2
Thien Mu Pagoda
Stop: 30 minutes
Situated on the north bank of the Perfume River in the village of Huong Long, five kilometers from the city of Hue, Thien Mu Pagoda is one of the most beautiful and well-preserved religious sites in Vietnam.Read moreMore about Thien Mu Pagoda
3
Tomb of Tu Duc
Stop: 45 minutes
Tu Duc was Vietnam's fourth emperor and lived from 1829 to 1883, during which time he is said to have had 104 concubines. During his reign, Vietnam lost its independence to FranceRead moreMore about Tomb of Tu Duc
4
Tomb of Khai Dinh
Stop: 30 minutes
The Nguyen Emperor Khai Dinh's Royal Tomb is unique among the royal tombs in Hue, Vietnam. Where other royal tombs are expansive and invite respectful reflection, Khai Dinh built his final resting place to be monumental in style and bombastic in execution.Read moreMore about Tomb of Khai Dinh
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