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Hue Imperial City & Forbidden Purple City Walking Tour

By Vietnam Legacy Tours
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $30 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Discover Hue’s UNESCO-listed Imperial City through unique, flexible tour options designed for every traveler:

  • Classic Walking Tour & Private Boat Option: In-depth history with expert guides; upgrade to a private boat trip to Thien Mu Pagoda.

  • Family-Friendly Discovery: Interactive tour with fun stories and kid-friendly activities—perfect for families.

  • Imperial City Sunrise/Sunset Tour: Capture magical golden hours, explore royal palaces before or after the crowds.

  • Imperial City + Royal Cuisine Lunch/Dinner: Combine cultural discovery with a gourmet Hue royal meal, dining like true royalty.

All options feature passionate local guides, immersive storytelling, and access to must-see royal landmarks inside the Forbidden Purple City.
Experience the best of Hue—your way!

Activity location

  • The Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon)
    • Imperial City, Imperial Citadel
    • 520000, Hue, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hai Mươi Ba Tháng Tám
    • Hai Mươi Ba Tháng Tám
    • Thành phố Huế, Thành phố Huế, Vietnam

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Imperial City Sunrise/Sunset
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Tea or coffee Experience: Enjoy tea or traditional Hue coffee inside the Imperial City
Private guided sunrise/sunset : Enjoy coffee or Tea inside Imperial City
Avoid the heat and crowd
Included entrance fee
No hidden fees

Duration: 3 hours
Main site: Imperial City: *See your guide at the meeting point
Walking (No Vehicle)

Language options: English
Price details
$69.00 x 1 Adult$69.00
Paid at activity$7.60
Total
Price is $76.60
Imperial City + Royal Cuisine
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Royal cuisine lunch or dinner : Enjoy the royal cuisine (Menu will be confirmed after Booking)

Private Tour: The ticket and meal are included
No hidden fees
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Royal cuisine: Lunch or Dinner
Imperial city and Meal
Walking and Taxi: See your guide at the meeting point
Taking a Taxi to the restaurant after the Imperial walking tour

Language options: English
Starting time: 4:00pm
Price details
$109.00 x 1 Adult$109.00
Paid at activity$7.60
Total
Price is $116.60

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Imperial City entrance ticket (Applied for Private tour option only)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Imperial City entrance fee: 200,000 VND/person (Applied for Group tour Option)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals not mention in the option
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips for guide (optional)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We do not include entry fee as you may want to buy COMBO TICKET with better value for Citdel and Tombs.

Activity itinerary

The Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon)
  • 10m
Meet your tour guide at the meeting point, Walk to Ngo Mon gate to discover the symbolic significance of Ngo Mon—the grand gateway used for royal ceremonies and major events during the Nguyen Dynasty.
Thai Hoa Palace
  • 25m
Step inside the most important hall of the Imperial City, where emperors held grand court sessions and coronations. Admire its elegant architecture and learn about royal rituals.
Hien Lam Pavilion
  • 10m
Marvel at this over-200-year-old pavilion, built to honor the Nguyen emperors. Your guide reveals stories of its cultural significance and surviving original design.
Nine Dynastic Urns
  • 10m
See the impressive bronze urns symbolizing the power and legacy of the Nguyen Dynasty’s nine emperors. Hear the meaning behind the urns.
The Mieu Temple
  • 10m
Visit the ancestral temple dedicated to past Nguyen kings. Discover how royal traditions are preserved in this sacred space.
Cửa Chương Đức
  • 10m
Chuong Duc Gate is one of the 4 gates of the Imperial City, exclusively for women
Hue Royal Palace
  • 20m
The Forbidden Purple City is the name of the third enclosure within the Hue Imperial City, exclusively for the king's family, including his wives and children. Inside the Forbidden Purple City, there are many structures with different functions.
Kiến Trung Palace
  • 20m
Tour the newly restored Kien Trung Palace, recently reopened after years of careful reconstruction. Experience the grandeur of imperial residence.
Thai Binh Pavilion
  • 10m
Thai Binh Lau (Peaceful Palace) was where the king would read books and enjoy the scenery. It is an extremely beautiful structure.
Thiệu Phương Garden
  • 10m
Thieu Phuong Garden, also known as the Royal Garden, has been restored with extremely eye-catching scenery. It was a place for the king and his family to stroll and enjoy the scenery.
Cửa Hiển Nhơn
  • 10m
Conclude your walking tour at Hien Nhon Gate, the entrance used by mandarins, offering a final look at the world of Vietnam’s last royal dynasty.

Location

Activity location

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    The Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon)
    • Imperial City, Imperial Citadel
    • 520000, Hue, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hai Mươi Ba Tháng Tám
    • Hai Mươi Ba Tháng Tám
    • Thành phố Huế, Thành phố Huế, Vietnam

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