Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum closed 2026: The site will be closed to visitors from September 4 to November 2, 2026.
Maintenance is scheduled.
The mausoleum reopens on November 3, 2026.
Travelers should adjust their Hanoi itineraries.
What’s Happening
The Command of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum has announced that the mausoleum will undergo its scheduled periodic maintenance from September 4 to November 2, 2026. During this period, the mausoleum will be temporarily closed to the public, including international tourists. The maintenance work is carried out periodically every year, usually lasting about 2-3 months.
Key details:
- Closure period: September 4 – November 2, 2026
- Reopening date: November 3, 2026
- Reason: Scheduled periodic renovation and maintenance
- Affected: All visitors, both Vietnamese citizens and international tourists
What This Means for Travelers
If you’re planning to visit Hanoi between September and early November:
- Adjust your itinerary — the mausoleum is one of Hanoi’s most visited attractions, so plan alternative activities
- Visit before September 4 or after November 3 — if seeing the mausoleum is a priority
- Check other attractions — the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Museum, and Ba Dinh Square remain open
Normal visiting hours (when open):
- Open days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings
- Closed days: Mondays and Fridays
- Warm season (April 1 – October 31): 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Weekends and holidays: open until 11:00 AM during warm season
What You Should Do
- Check your travel dates — if you’re arriving in Hanoi between September 4 and November 2, plan a visit before or after this period
- Explore alternative attractions — consider the Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, Old Quarter, or the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
- Visit Ba Dinh Square — the area around the mausoleum remains open for photos and walking
- Stay flexible — if your trip dates are fixed, use the extra time to explore other parts of Hanoi
Key Facts
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi |
| Closure period | September 4 – November 2, 2026 |
| Reopening date | November 3, 2026 |
| Reason | Periodic renovation and maintenance |
| Open days (normally) | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday |
| Closed days (normally) | Monday, Friday |
| Visiting hours (warm season) | 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM |
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