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Hoa Lo Prison & Temple of Literature

Museums & culture in Hanoi

Hoa Lo Prison & Temple of Literature, Hanoi

In a nutshell

A museum in a French colonial prison, plus the nearby Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university.

Rating & popularity

#6 of 6

in our Hanoi guide

Visit duration

4 h

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A museum in a French colonial prison, plus the nearby Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university.

Know before you go

A guide adds context to both. Allow a half day.

What to book

A half-day city tour.

What to check before you pay

  • Check the length – three hours in a museum is plenty for most people.
  • See whether the tour covers highlights or a theme.
  • For performances, check seat category and start time.

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