{"id":7031,"date":"2025-08-15T02:40:23","date_gmt":"2025-08-15T02:40:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/acnoshotel.com\/hotel\/?p=7031"},"modified":"2025-08-15T02:40:23","modified_gmt":"2025-08-15T02:40:23","slug":"ton-duc-thang-museum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/acnoshotel.com\/hotel\/en\/ton-duc-thang-museum\/","title":{"rendered":"Ton Duc Thang Museum"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Ton Duc Thang Museum \u2013 A historical mark in the heart of Saigon<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Established on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of President Ton Duc Thang&#8217;s birth, the museum is a place to introduce the life and revolutionary career of the leader who is closely associated with the people of the South.<\/p>\n<p>As one of the favorite cultural destinations in Ho Chi Minh City, the museum offers visitors an in-depth look at the contributions of President Ton Duc Thang in the two resistance wars and the country&#8217;s construction. This is an ideal place to listen, feel and understand more about a heroic period of the nation&#8217;s history.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.vntrip.vn\/cam-nang\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1-19.jpg\" alt=\"B\u1ea3o t\u00e0ng T\u00f4n \u0110\u1ee9c Th\u1eafng n\u01a1i tr\u01b0ng b\u00e0y nhi\u1ec1u t\u00e0i li\u1ec7u qu\u00fd gi\u00e1 - Vntrip.vn\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>1. Where is Ton Duc Thang Museum?<\/h2>\n<p>Located at 5 Ton Duc Thang Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City (about 1.2 km from the Zoo), Ton Duc Thang Museum is one of the favorite cultural destinations.<\/p>\n<p>The museum has the function of researching, collecting, preserving and displaying documents and artifacts related to the life and revolutionary career of President Ton Duc Thang. At the same time, it also introduces artifacts expressing the affection of the people and international friends for Uncle Ton.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.xanhsm.com\/2024\/11\/9205902b-bao-tang-ton-duc-thang-8-1.jpg\" alt=\"B\u1ea3o t\u00e0ng T\u00f4n \u0110\u1ee9c Th\u1eafng: Kinh nghi\u1ec7m tham quan t\u1eeb A-Z | Xanh SM\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>2. Learn about the history, development and significance of the Ton Duc Thang Museum<\/h2>\n<p><strong>&#8211; History of formation and development<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Ton Duc Thang Museum<\/strong> was established on August 20, 1988, on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the birth of President Ton Duc Thang (1888\u20131988). Initially, it was called the Exhibition House of the Life and Career of President Ton Duc Thang. On August 13, 1990, it was officially renamed the Ton Duc Thang Museum.<\/p>\n<p><strong>&#8211; Significance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Unlike the Ho Chi Minh City Museum &#8211; a place that recreates the history of Saigon, the Ton Duc Thang Museum specializes in introducing the life and revolutionary career of President Ton Duc Thang. The museum plays an important role in educating the tradition of patriotism, arousing the national spirit, and inspiring the younger generation through the image of an exemplary leader who is close to the people.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.xanhsm.com\/2024\/11\/eda6c792-bao-tang-ton-duc-thang-10.jpg\" alt=\"B\u1ea3o t\u00e0ng T\u00f4n \u0110\u1ee9c Th\u1eafng: Kinh nghi\u1ec7m tham quan t\u1eeb A-Z | Xanh SM\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>3. How to get to Ton Duc Thang Museum (District 1)<\/h2>\n<p>If you have the opportunity to travel to Saigon for a day, Ton Duc Thang Museum is a cultural and historical destination that should not be missed. The museum is located about 17 km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City and is very convenient to travel by many means:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bus:<\/strong> Some bus routes that stop near the museum include: 02, 03, 12, 56, 88 and 124.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Motorbike:<\/strong> Visitors can rent a motorbike for 120,000 &#8211; 160,000 VND\/vehicle\/day to actively visit the inner city.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cdn-v2.laodong.vn\/storage\/newsportal\/2025\/1\/3\/1444771\/Bao-Tang-Ton-Duc-Tha-13.JPG\" alt=\"B\u00ean trong b\u1ea3o t\u00e0ng T\u00f4n \u0110\u1ee9c Th\u1eafng v\u1eeba kh\u00e1nh th\u00e0nh \u1edf TPHCM\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>4. Opening hours and ticket prices of Ton Duc Thang Museum<\/h2>\n<p>Ton Duc Thang Museum is not only an attractive historical attraction but also a meeting place for veteran revolutionaries and many classes of people who love history. At the same time, this is also a place chosen by many young people as a beautiful place to take photos in Saigon.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Opening hours:<\/strong><br \/>\nFrom Tuesday to Sunday, morning from 7:30 to 11:30, afternoon from 13:00 to 17:00. (The museum is closed on Monday)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ticket price:<\/strong><br \/>\nFree entrance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.vntrip.vn\/cam-nang\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/12-4.jpg\" alt=\"B\u1ea3o t\u00e0ng T\u00f4n \u0110\u1ee9c Th\u1eafng n\u01a1i tr\u01b0ng b\u00e0y nhi\u1ec1u t\u00e0i li\u1ec7u qu\u00fd gi\u00e1 - Vntrip.vn\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>5. Attractive attractions at Ton Duc Thang Museum<\/h2>\n<p>The museum is over 700m\u00b2 wide with 5 exhibition rooms, vividly introducing the life and career of President Ton Duc Thang through more than 17,000 artifacts, images and historical documents.<\/p>\n<h3>5.1. Uncle Ton&#8217;s Exhibition Room with the South<\/h3>\n<p>Introducing President Ton Duc Thang&#8217;s contributions to the cause of liberating the South and unifying the country.<\/p>\n<h3>5.2. President Ton Duc Thang&#8217;s Gift Exhibition Room<\/h3>\n<p>A collection of more than 50 gifts expressing the affection of compatriots and international friends for Uncle Ho.<\/p>\n<h3>5.3. Uncle Ton&#8217;s Exhibition Room with the First National Assembly (1946 &#8211; 1960)<\/h3>\n<p>Presenting Uncle Ho&#8217;s role in the first National Assembly through more than 60 documents and artifacts.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.xanhsm.com\/2024\/11\/4811b5bd-bao-tang-ton-duc-thang-12.jpg\" alt=\"B\u1ea3o t\u00e0ng T\u00f4n \u0110\u1ee9c Th\u1eafng: Kinh nghi\u1ec7m tham quan t\u1eeb A-Z | Xanh SM\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>5.4. Visit the memorial room of President Ton Duc Thang at the museum<\/h3>\n<p>The worship space in the Southern style, where the leaders and people hold memorial ceremonies and offer incense.<\/p>\n<h3>5.5. Visit the permanent exhibition rooms at the museum<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The artwork depicts Uncle Ton&#8217;s portrait using many unique materials such as sesame seeds, ceramics, etc.<\/li>\n<li>&#8220;15 years in Con Dao prison&#8221;: Stories about the time Uncle was imprisoned, proving his strong will.<\/li>\n<li>Uncle Ho&#8217;s life and revolutionary career through important milestones.<\/li>\n<li>A model of the stilt house and Uncle Ho&#8217;s living utensils in the Viet Bac resistance base.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The museum also has extended topics about the life and activities of President Ton Duc Thang, helping visitors have a richer and deeper experience.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.tcdulichtphcm.vn\/upload\/1-2025\/images\/2025-03-31\/1743396737-picture7.jpg\" alt=\"B\u1ea3o t\u00e0ng T\u00f4n \u0110\u1ee9c Th\u1eafng ti\u1ebfp nh\u1eadn nhi\u1ec1u hi\u1ec7n v\u1eadt qu\u00fd nh\u00e2n 45 n\u0103m ng\u00e0y m\u1ea5t Ch\u1ee7 t\u1ecbch T\u00f4n \u0110\u1ee9c Th\u1eafng\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>6. Things to note when visiting the Ton Duc Thang Museum<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The museum is closed on Mondays.<\/li>\n<li>Free entrance and parking.<\/li>\n<li>Wear polite and elegant clothes when visiting.<\/li>\n<li>When there are many visitors, you should follow the route to avoid congestion.<\/li>\n<li>Follow the instructions of the staff and tour guides.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain order, speak softly, avoid making noise that affects other visitors.<\/li>\n<li>Do not bring food, liquids or prohibited substances into the exhibition area.<\/li>\n<li>Throw trash in the right place, do not litter.<\/li>\n<li>Do not touch or damage artifacts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Normally, visitors only need about half a day to fully visit the galleries at the museum.<\/p>\n<p><strong>SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you intend to stay in Ho Chi Minh City, you should choose accommodations near the center and have good service, for example:<\/p>\n<p>+ <a href=\"https:\/\/acnoshotel.com\/hotel\/\"><strong>Acnos Hotel Ben Thanh:<\/strong><\/a> 20 Nguyen Thi Nghia, Ben Thanh Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.<\/p>\n<p>+ <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/acnoshotel.com\/grand\/\">Acnos Grand Hotel:<\/a><\/strong> 82 Cach Mang Thang Tam, Xuan Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/acnoshotel.com\/hotel\/\"><strong>Saigon Central Hotel<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ton Duc Thang Museum \u2013 A historical mark in the heart of Saigon Established on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of President Ton Duc Thang&#8217;s birth, the museum is a place to introduce the life and revolutionary career of the leader who is closely associated with the people of the South. 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