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Hoa Lo Prison Tours

We compared all 5 options — our verdict, the best value and who each one is really for.

4.9 5 experiences from US$ 41 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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✓ 2026-09-28
OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Hanoi: Train Street, Hoa Lo Prison & Pagoda Small Group TourTop ratedUS$ 41 p.p.
US$ 41
4h4.97★ · 149free—
Hanoi: Old Quarter Private Walking Tour & Hoa Lo PrisonUS$ 66 p.p.
US$ 66
3h4.93★ · 193free—
Hanoi Highlights Tour: Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison & Pho LunchUS$ 95 p.p.
US$ 95
4h–4h 30m4.68★ · 128free—
Hanoi: Private Museum Tour, Hoa Lo Prison & Tire Sandal WorkshopOur pickUS$ 5.13 per group—3h–5h4.97★ · 294free—
Hanoi War Sites Tour: Ho Chi Minh, Hoa Lo Prison & B-52 WreckBest valueUS$ 5.13 per group—3h–5h4.84★ · 122free—

Real price per person across the 3 options: US$ 41–US$ 95 (median US$ 66).

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Private experiences (3)

Hanoi: Private Museum Tour, Hoa Lo Prison & Tire Sandal Workshop
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Hanoi: Private Museum Tour, Hoa Lo Prison & Tire Sandal Workshop★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (294)3h–5hYou’ll walk through Hanoi’s big historical sites with a local guide who brings real stories to life — from Ho Chi Minh’s simple stilt house to the haunting cells of Hoa Lo Prison. Try making tire sandals if you’re up for something hands-on, or dive into powerful exhibits at the Women’s Museum. Expect moments that stick with you long after you leave.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 5.13View ›
Hanoi: Old Quarter Private Walking Tour & Hoa Lo Prison
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Hanoi: Old Quarter Private Walking Tour & Hoa Lo Prison★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (193)3hYou’ll wander Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a local guide, taste street coffee at Dong Xuan Market, slip into hidden temples most people miss, stand quietly inside St. Joseph’s Cathedral, and end at Hoa Lo Prison hearing stories that linger long after. This private city tour is personal—expect real conversation and small surprises along the way.Free cancellationfromUS$ 66View ›
Hanoi War Sites Tour: Ho Chi Minh, Hoa Lo Prison & B-52 Wreck
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Hanoi War Sites Tour: Ho Chi Minh, Hoa Lo Prison & B-52 Wreck★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (122)3h–5hYou’ll walk through Hanoi’s war history with a local student guide—see Ho Chi Minh’s legacy up close, step inside Hoa Lo Prison, and stand by the B-52 wreck at Huu Tiep Lake. Try your hand at making tire sandals if you want (it’s harder than it looks). This tour leaves you with stories that linger long after you’ve left.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 5.13View ›

2 to 5 hours (2)

Hanoi: Train Street, Hoa Lo Prison & Pagoda Small Group Tour
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Hanoi: Train Street, Hoa Lo Prison & Pagoda Small Group Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (149)4hYou’ll walk Hanoi’s tangled streets with a local guide, sip egg coffee on Train Street as the train rumbles past, step quietly through Hoa Lo Prison’s somber halls, and catch incense on the breeze at ancient pagodas. This half-day tour lets you feel both old and new Hanoi—sometimes all at once.Free cancellationKids −26%fromUS$ 41View ›
Hanoi Highlights Tour: Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison & Pho Lunch
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Hanoi Highlights Tour: Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison & Pho Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.68 (128)4h–4h 30mYou’ll walk Hanoi’s living history—from tranquil courtyards at the Temple of Literature to the haunting halls of Hoa Lo Prison, then sip green tea in a hidden teahouse before crossing The Huc Bridge to shimmering Hoan Kiem Lake. Lunch ends with steaming pho alongside locals. It’s not just sights—it’s stories, flavors, and small moments that stick with you.Free cancellationfromUS$ 95View ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Hanoi: Private Museum Tour, Hoa Lo Prison & Tire Sandal Workshop is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.97 out of 5 across 294 reviews.

Are private options available?

Yes, 3 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.

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