Cu Chi Tunnels, Ho Chi Minh City

The Cu Chi Tunnel is a part of a large war museum in Ho Chi Minh. They offer visitors a sneak peek into the underground life of Vietnamese soldiers in 1948. The site has more than 120 kilometers of underground tunnels, with hatches, living areas, kitchens, warehouse, armory, hospital and command center. After the war against the French, the Vietnamese army expanded the tunnel and put in an effective air purification system, helping them survive the Cu Chi carpet bombings.

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It is now one of Ho Chi Minh’s most iconic attractions. You can enjoy plenty of activities during your visit. A popular option is following the narrow routes of the underground tunnel. Before entering the underground tunnels, visitors watch a short film of Cu Chi Tunnels so that they understand how the tunnel system works. Parts of Cu Chi Tunnels are also cemented and widened, so that the crawl is less harrowing than it would have been in the past.



There are emergency exit points every 10 metres for safety.. Do note that the 100-metre crawl through the underground tunnels may be unsuitable if you have breathing difficulties.



Cu Chi Tunnels is also home to a shooting range. The cost of shooting an M16 rifle costs 35,000 VND/round, minimum 10 rounds. There is a restaurant that serves meals that the underground soldiers had to live with many years ago. Cu Chi Tunnels is a 1-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City. There are tour operators that can arrange a half day tour for 825,000 VND or more.

Cu Chi Tunnels
Opening Hours: Daily 07:00 - 17:00
Location: 45km northwest of Ho Chi Minh City