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Book Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine tickets in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. Compare 2 ticket options from S$6.00. Printing molds and ceramics – wine gourds, teapots, medicine bowls, lime jars. E-tickets sent after verification.

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Daily: 08:30 – 17:00

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Fito Museum Ticket in Ho Chi Minh City

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SGD 9.61
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SGD 5.44

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Highlights

  • Printing molds and ceramics – wine gourds, teapots, medicine bowls, lime jars.

  • Collection of objects used in the medicine trade – scales, medicine cabinets, advertising boards

  • Traditional medicine preparation tools: Knife, jar, mortar and pestle, medicine decoction, jar for soaking medicinal wine.

  • Books and traditional medicine documents.

  • Nearly 3,000 artifacts related to Vietnamese traditional medicine from the Stone Age to the present.

About Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine

Step into the heart of Vietnamese healing traditions at the Fito Museum, where centuries-old remedies and ancient medical practices come alive. Housed in a beautifully restored traditional building, this intimate museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the country's rich pharmacological heritage.

Local Legends & Stories

Vietnamese traditional medicine has deep roots in Buddhist monastic practices, with monks serving as both healers and pharmacists for centuries. The museum preserves this sacred tradition of natural healing that blends Chinese medicine influences with indigenous Vietnamese knowledge.

Must Do Experiences

  • Join the guided tour to discover how monks and physicians prepared remedies in ancient Vietnam

  • Examine the impressive collection of 3,000+ artifacts including printing molds, ceramics, and medicine cabinets

  • Sip the complimentary lotus and reishi mushroom tea while learning about its medicinal properties

  • Admire the authentic Northern Delta wooden door frames that create the museum's ancient atmosphere

Hidden Gems

  • Look for the rare medicine decoction jars that show how herbal remedies were traditionally prepared

  • Discover the advertising boards that reveal how traditional medicine was marketed centuries ago

  • Find the intricately carved wooden door frames imported from Vietnam's Northern Delta region

What Makes it Special

  • Authentic traditional Vietnamese architecture with imported Northern Delta wooden elements

  • Extensive collection of nearly 3,000 artifacts documenting Vietnam's medicinal heritage

  • Personalized guided tour with an English-speaking guide who brings the history to life

Available Facilities

Guided tours English-speaking guides Tea service Artifact exhibitions Traditional medicine displays

Perfect Timing

When to visit for the best experience

Visit during weekday mornings to avoid crowds and enjoy a more intimate experience. The dry season from December to April offers comfortable weather for combining your museum visit with exploring nearby District 10.

Photography Guide

Capture the perfect shots

  • Use natural lighting from the traditional windows to capture the warm wooden artifacts

  • Focus on the detailed medicine cabinets and scales for compelling historical shots

  • Ask permission before photographing specific exhibits, as some areas may have restrictions

Cultural Etiquette

Respect local customs and traditions

Remove your shoes before entering any traditional medicine preparation areas if indicated Show respect for the sacred healing traditions by maintaining a quiet, contemplative atmosphere Accept the complimentary tea as a gesture of cultural hospitality

Special Events & Experiences

Enhanced experiences and seasonal highlights

  • Traditional medicine workshops during Vietnamese lunar calendar festivals

  • Special demonstrations of herbal remedy preparation on select weekends

  • Cultural exchange events showcasing Vietnamese healing traditions

Important Guidelines & Safety

Essential safety information and guidelines

  • Handle artifacts with care and follow guide instructions regarding restricted items

  • Keep personal belongings secure in the compact exhibition spaces

  • Stay hydrated, especially during Vietnam's hot months, though tea is provided

Visitor Information

Entry Fee

The museum offers affordable entry with guided tour packages that include the English-speaking guide and traditional tea. Tickets cover access to all exhibition areas and the informative guided experience.

Visit Duration

Plan approximately 1.5 to 2 hours for a thorough visit including the guided tour and tea tasting. The compact size means you can appreciate all exhibits without feeling rushed.

Accessibility

The museum has traditional Vietnamese architecture with some steps and narrow pathways. While the main exhibition areas are accessible, visitors with mobility challenges should contact ahead to discuss specific needs.

Overview

The Museum of Vietnamese Traditional Medicine (FITO Museum) opened in 2007. This is a building with an area of 600 m2 with traditional Vietnamese style architecture. With many sophisticated motifs, the museum owner used old wooden door frames imported from the Northern Delta to give the Museum's space an ancient, cozy look. Fito Museum has recreated the model, carefully described from images, engravings, and artifacts quite elaborately so that viewers can imagine all the medical examination, treatment, medicine, and medicine preparation activities of the monks. Doctors and physicians from ancient times to the present.
Visit the Museum of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine (Fito Museum), home to numerous unique and well-preserved exhibits of herbal medicine
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at Fito Museum with its architectural style, inspired by the three central regions of Vietnam
Admire nearly 3,000 artifacts related to Vietnamese traditional medicine from the Stone Age to the present
Discover the diverse range of flora and fauna in Vietnam and get to experience the medical process

Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine gallery
Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine gallery
Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine gallery
Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine gallery

Important Information

Opening Hours

Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 17:00
Saturday 08:30 - 17:00

What's Included

  • Lotus and reishi mushroom tea
  • Guided tour inside the attraction
  • Exclude: Other personal expenses and Tips and gratuities
  • English-speaking guide
  • 1 Fito Museum ticket(s)
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  • Free for children aged 0-5.
  • Children aged 12+ will be charged the same rate as adults.
  • Children aged 0-5 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Location

41 Hoàng Dư Khương, Phường 12, Quận 10, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

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Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine Opening Hours

Daily: 08:30 – 17:00

Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine — Frequently Asked Questions

When visiting the Fito Museum, you can expect to explore a 600-square-meter space featuring traditional Vietnamese architecture with antique wooden door frames from the Northern Delta. The exhibits include detailed models, engravings, and artifacts that illustrate the history of medical examinations, treatments, and medicine preparation from ancient times to the present.
A visit includes access to the 600 square meter exhibition space featuring traditional medicine artifacts, herbal medicine displays, recreated models of ancient medical practices, and traditional Vietnamese architectural elements with wooden door frames from the Northern Delta.
Most visitors spend approximately 1 to 1.5 hours exploring the museum's multiple floors of exhibits and traditional architecture.
Yes, the museum offers guided tours that provide detailed explanations of the traditional Vietnamese medicine exhibits, historical artifacts, and the recreated medical practice models.
The Fito Museum is located at 41 Hoang Du Khuong Street, Ward 12, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City, and is accessible by taxi, motorbike, or ride-hailing services from central districts.
The museum is suitable for families and offers educational value for children interested in history and traditional medicine, though younger children may find some exhibits less engaging.
The museum has limited wheelchair accessibility due to its traditional multi-story architecture with stairs, though some ground floor areas may be accessible.
Weekday mornings typically offer a quieter experience with fewer visitors, allowing you to better enjoy the museum's peaceful atmosphere.
Bring comfortable walking shoes for navigating the multi-level exhibition spaces and a camera if you wish to photograph the traditional architecture and exhibits.
Photography is generally permitted throughout the museum, though visitors should avoid using flash to protect the preserved artifacts and herbal medicine displays.

About Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine

Visit during weekday mornings to avoid crowds and enjoy a more intimate experience. The dry season from December to April offers comfortable weather for combining your museum visit with exploring nearby District 10.

Plan approximately 1.5 to 2 hours for a thorough visit including the guided tour and tea tasting. The compact size means you can appreciate all exhibits without feeling rushed.

The museum has traditional Vietnamese architecture with some steps and narrow pathways. While the main exhibition areas are accessible, visitors with mobility challenges should contact ahead to discuss specific needs.

Handle artifacts with care and follow guide instructions regarding restricted items

Keep personal belongings secure in the compact exhibition spaces

Stay hydrated, especially during Vietnam's hot months, though tea is provided

Remove your shoes before entering any traditional medicine preparation areas if indicated

Show respect for the sacred healing traditions by maintaining a quiet, contemplative atmosphere

Accept the complimentary tea as a gesture of cultural hospitality

Use natural lighting from the traditional windows to capture the warm wooden artifacts

Focus on the detailed medicine cabinets and scales for compelling historical shots

Ask permission before photographing specific exhibits, as some areas may have restrictions

  • Guided tours
  • English-speaking guides
  • Tea service
  • Artifact exhibitions
  • Traditional medicine displays

Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine — Common Questions

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No. Online bookings must be made before the day of your visit, so tickets for today can't be bought here. Tickets with a set session time must be booked at least 24 hours before the session starts.
Daily: 08:30 – 17:00
Every ticket option is marked "No cancellation" ("Non-refundable" on the ticket card), so you cannot cancel these tickets for a refund once booked. Check the package terms before you book.
Fito Museum - Traditional Vietnamese Medicine is located at 41 Hoàng Dư Khương, Phường 12, Quận 10, Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam. Check the location section below for directions and a map.

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