The Majestic Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang

Getting There

• Cyclo

  From the center of Hue, you can hire a cyclo (pedicab) to take you to the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang. Start at the Perfume River near Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street, where many cyclo drivers are available. Ask the driver to take you to 'Lăng Minh Mạng' and confirm the price before starting. The ride will take approximately 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic. You will pass through some scenic areas along the way.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, you can rent a bicycle from your accommodation or a nearby rental shop. Start from the center of Hue and head towards Le Loi Street, then follow Le Loi north until you reach the intersection with Nguyen Trai Street. Turn right onto Nguyen Trai and continue straight. After about 5 km, you will reach the entrance to the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang. The ride should take approximately 30-45 minutes.

• Walking

  For the adventurous, walking to the Mausoleum of Emperor Minh Mang is also an option. Starting from the center of Hue, head towards Tran Hung Dao Street. Walk straight until you reach the intersection with Le Loi Street. Continue walking along Le Loi for about 3 km, then turn left onto Nguyen Trai Street. After about 2 km, you will arrive at the entrance of the mausoleum. This walk will take you approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring water.