Free admission to various museums and national parks on Vietnam Culture Day, November 24
WVR - The Ministry of Finance has issued Circular No. 167/2026/TT-BTC, stipulating free admission on Vietnam Culture Day (November 24) annually at numerous museums, historical sites, and national parks across the country.
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Many cultural and historical sites offer free admission
According to Circular No. 167/2026/TT-BTC dated November 10, 2026, organizations and individuals visiting on Vietnam Culture Day (November 24) each year will receive free admission at locations specified in 10 circulars on admission fees issued by the Ministry of Finance.
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| Exhibition activities at the National Museum of History. (Photo: Le An) |
These locations include the Institute of Oceanography Museum, Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, Vietnam Museum of Culture of Ethnic Groups, National Museum of History, Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, Independence Temple Historical Site, Yersin Museum, Vietnam Women's Museum, and Vietnam Military History Museum.
The policy also applies to Bach Ma, Cuc Phuong, Ba Vi, Tam Dao, Yok Don, and Cat Tien national parks. Admission fees for Ba Vi and Cat Tien National Parks are determined by local authorities in accordance with the law on fees and charges.
Circular effective from November 10, 2026
Circular No. 167/2026/TT-BTC is issued based on the Law on Fees and Charges 2015, Resolution No. 28/2026/QH16 of the National Assembly on the development of Vietnamese culture, and Decree No. 376/2026/ND-CP of the Government defining the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Finance.
The circular takes effect from November 10, 2026. In cases where legal documents referenced in the Circular are amended, supplemented, or replaced, the corresponding amended, supplemented, or replaced documents shall apply.
During implementation, if any issues arise, organizations and individuals should promptly report to the Ministry of Finance for further study and guidance.
The free admission policy is expected to encourage citizens and tourists to spend time exploring the nation's history, culture, and nature, while also bringing cultural institutions and heritage closer to the public, enhancing awareness of preserving and promoting national heritage values.
