The Cu Chi tunnel network eventually stretched over 120 kilometers, connecting underground kitchens, hospitals, sleeping quarters, and command posts that allowed Viet Cong fighters to survive prolonged American bombing and stage operations near Saigon. The Ben Dinh site preserves and has widened a portion of this network for visitors, alongside displays of the booby traps, camouflage techniques, and improvised weapons used to defend it. The tunnels are one of the most visceral surviving records of the guerrilla war fought around the capital.
| Admission | ₫110,000 (~$4.25) adult |
|---|---|
| Hours | 7:00am-5:00pm daily |
| Address | Ben Dinh, Nhuan Duc, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City |
Why it matters
Underground base network used by Viet Cong forces to operate within striking distance of Saigon throughout the war
Site facts
- Built
- Expanded through the 1960s from tunnels first dug during the French Indochina War
- Style
- Underground tunnel and bunker network
Location
Ben Dinh, Nhuan Duc, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City
10.9764, 106.4906 View on map
Highlights
- Original and widened tunnel sections open to visitors
- Booby-trap and camouflaged entrance demonstrations
- Underground bunker, kitchen, and hospital recreations
- War-era firing range
Tips for visiting
- Best combined with a half or full day tour from District 1
- Wear light clothing given the heat inside and around the tunnels
When to visit
Morning departure from the city
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Frequently asked questions
How long was the tunnel network in total?
Estimates put the full Cu Chi network at over 120 kilometers at its peak use during the war.