Ho Chi Minh Museum of Fine Art is a place that showcases thousands of artifacts, sculptures,  paintings of culture and history, and learning more about Vietnam's cultural diversity. Tourists have the opportunity to see unique architecture and several works of art of both domestic and foreign artists. 

Ho Chi Minh Museum Of Fine Art Overview

• Address: No. 97A, Pho Duc Chinh Street, Nguyen Thai Binh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City ( No. 97A, Pho Duc Chinh Street, Nguyen Thai Binh Ward, Ho Chi Minh city nowadays)
• Opening hours: 8.00 am - 5.00 pm
• Entrance fee: Adults: 30,000 VND and Children: 15,000 VND 

The Fine Arts Museum is one of the biggest and largest museums in Ho Chi Minh city, was constructed in 1929 and officially opened in 1934. This museum is combined with Asian and European architectural styles by the French architect designed - Rivera. 

Before, the museum was the home of Hua Bon Hoa who was a wealthy Chinese Vietnamese businessman. Some famous construction in Vietnam was himself such as Tu Du hospital and Majestic hotel. 

Ho Chi Minh Museum Of Fine Art

Ho Chi Minh Museum Of Fine Art displays an extensive collection of sculptures, paintings, and artifacts, becoming a symbol of the preservation and promotion of Vietnamese fine arts. Besides, this place witnessed the development of the city from war to unification in 1975.

High architecture in Ho Chi Minh Museum of Fine Arts

The Museum of Fine Arts in Ho Chi Minh has three story buildings, and was designed blending Eastern and Western influences. The high point of the museum is the yellow facade, arched windows, and U-shaped structure. There is a courtyard and fountain.

Architectural space of Ho Chi Minh Museum of Art

Especially, Ho Chi Minh Museum Of Fine Art was the first building in Saigon to have an elevator designed to resemble a traditional Chinese palanquin. The fusion of Asian and European artistry is shown through the red-tiled yin-yang roof and stained glass windows. 

The museum spans 3.514m2, dividing 4 areas such as the basement ( Administrative offices), First floor ( Galleries, exhibitions, and trade spaces), Second floor (Fine arts paintings) and Third floor (Antique sculptures and traditional handicrafts from South Vietnam). 

Golden building walls glowing under sunlight with peaceful courtyard.

At the entrance, you can see a grand lobby with pillars and twin staircases. Looking up at the arch, the height text is H.B.H ( Hua Bon Hoa’s initials) engraved in steel. 

Yellow colonial building shines brightly beneath the clear blue sky.

Strolling along the corridors, you can admire the galley rooms. The museum is bright and fresh air thanks to its  large windows and high ceilings, natural light floods the interior. 

Coming here, tourists have the opportunity to see Vietnam’s cultural and artistic evolution.

What to do at the Fine Arts Museum in Ho Chi Minh city? 

Admire the collections exhibited in the museum

If you love Vietnamese arts and culture, you should come to Ho Chi Minh city Museum of Fine Arts. This place showcases hundreds of works of Ho Chi Minh city and the Southern region. 

Elegant gallery wall adorned with golden frames and timeless art from famous artist in Vietnam

You can see some paintings of famous Vietnamese artists like Nguyen Gia Tri, Diep Minh Chau, Trinh Cung... with a lot of artworks of the ancient Champa Kingdom. So, Ho Chi Minh Fine Arts Museum is the best museum for collecting, preserving, and displaying outstanding works of art that represent Vietnamese people in the southern area. 

Modern art gallery showcasing vibrant paintings and abstract sculptures

Taking photos in the museum

There are many local and foreign people who come to the Fine Art Museum in Ho Chi Minh to explore and snap a picture. The stained glass windows with outstanding patterns and the swirling staircase with vibrant colors, creating the beautiful museum. You will have a nice picture at any corner in the museum with the stunning backgrounds. 

Woman in black dress stands gracefully beneath tall arched windows at Ho Chi Minh Museum Of Fine Art

How to get to Fine Art Museum in Ho Chi Minh city

The Ho Chi Minh Museum Of Fine Art is located on Pho Duc Chinh street, Ho Chi Minh city. So, you can easily approach by many vehicles such as motorbike, private car, bus and taxi. 

From Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica Saigon, go ahead from Le Duan street, turn left to Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street. At the crossroad with Nguyen Thai Binh Street, you turn right and go 200m, the museum is facing in your eyes. 

Taking a bus is the cheapest way. Some most popular bus routes are numbered 03, 04, 152, 18, 19, 53, 56, 93, or 96. Besides, you can rent a motorbike, however the traffic in Saigon is weird. So, the best choice for you is renting a private car with a driver to see many famous attractions in Saigon. Some places near the Fine Art Museum in Ho Chi Minh city is Independence Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Pink Church,.. 

Ho Chi Minh Museum Of Fine Art is one of the best places to visit in Saigon for you to discover the artifacts and learn more about history and culture in Vietnam. Don't forget to bring this place on your schedule. If you need book a car, don’t hesitate to contact us.