Monument · Cu Chi, Ho Chi Minh City

Cu Chi Tunnels

Cu Chi Tunnels
Photo: Lars Curfs (Grashoofd), CC BY-SA 3.0 nl via Wikimedia Commons

The site preserves sections of tunnels used by Viet Cong forces for shelter, movement and combat. Visitors can enter narrow passages, view trap displays and watch demonstrations of wartime techniques. Original entrances and widened tourist routes allow different levels of exploration.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 3 of Ho Chi Minh City: Weekend Escape

Visiting Cu Chi Tunnels: what to know

Tickets
Entry fees apply; current prices available at the site.
Time needed
Two to three hours
Best time
Morning to avoid heat and crowds
Getting there
Bus or tour from central Ho Chi Minh City

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Cu Chi Tunnels FAQs

How long are the Cu Chi Tunnels?

The full network stretches over 250 kilometers though only short sections are open to visitors.

Do you need a guide for the Cu Chi Tunnels?

Self-guided visits are allowed but official tours explain the layout and history in detail.

Are the tunnels suitable for children?

Narrow sections can be difficult for young children; wider areas and surface exhibits are available.

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