Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater: Experience Traditional Vietnamese Puppetry in Ho Chi Minh City
4.6
38 Ratings
Ho Chi Minh City
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of traditional Vietnamese puppetry at the Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy a mesmerizing water puppet show and witness the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam come to life.
Duration: 45 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater - With the entrance ticket, you have the chance to relish in the fascinating art of a water puppet show, which is closely associated with the spiritual life of Vietnamese people, especially in the countryside.

The show’s chosen stage is not big but it is the traditional stage with the surface of a water pool. The puppeteers present their clever skills in managing puppets by long bamboo rods and string mechanism under the surface. A traditional Vietnamese orchestra is an excellent music accompaniment.

The puppets depict the story from the songs during the show, which reflects the peaceful life of the Vietnamese countryside, so it is not too difficult to understand it.

Note: Please be present at the showtime 15 minutes before for check in and getting your seats

What's Included
  • Water puppet show ticket voucher confirmation by email.
What's Not Included
  • Transportation to the water puppet theater.
  • Other foods, beverages and services not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Travel insurance
Additional Information

In times past, puppeteers from Vietnam entertained their fellow villagers with performances in waist-high water, breathing life into local legends and tales. This age-old tradition persists today in places like the Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater, providing a vibrant, family-friendly insight into a cornerstone of Vietnam’s cultural heritage. With this package, you can:
• Take delight in an enchanting Water Puppet Show, a representation of Vietnam’s traditional art.
• Secure prime seating
• Convenient ticket collection at the designated spot
• Immerse yourself in this distinctive Vietnamese artistic expression.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking.
  • A surcharge maybe applied to the bookings with 2 or more children.
  • Not wheelchair accessible.Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
  • Tickets will be confirmed 1-2 days before the show.
  • Arrive 15 minutes before the show starts, you will not revive a replacement ticket for another show time if you are late
  • Flash photography is not permitted in the theater
Location
Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater
55B Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, District 1
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(38 Ratings)
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Tantv3657zv
Apr 29, 2024
Good experience - The tour is informative, tour guide Vincent is a good care taker. Everything is good and great, will come for next round.
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Ronald_w
Mar 28, 2024
Incredible show! - This was an amazing must do family experience. The musicians were incredible and the skill of the puppeteers was outstanding. When booking, I requested a seat where my child would have a good stage view and they not only remembered but they sat us close to the stage. This was one of my favorite activities on our trip. We even bought a souvenir puppet!
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Brandonak3081ix
Mar 25, 2024
Cultural Experience - Fun show that has lots of dancing, creative puppets, and good story. Fun to attend! Worth every penny to attend this show!
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Macdonaldjoanie
Mar 8, 2024
Nice relaxing and fun way to spend 45 min - A fun, well done, and inexpensive perfomance of a water puppet show. The musicians and the behind-the-scenes performers were amazing!
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Ajaynchoksi
Feb 9, 2024
Will always remember it! - Spell binding performance! Lovely music. Gave us an idea of Vietnamese culture.the costumes are beautiful. Very memorable.
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Helen
Apr 18, 2024
Enjoyable family evening - The eater puppet show was a highlight of our trip. Our guide was fantastic. The food on the cruise was delicious. The only negative comment was the extra loud entertainment at the beginning of the meal.
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O62snchristopherl
Mar 16, 2024
Great experience - The entire play is in Vietnamese, but good art works wonder through language barriers. Through the puppet movements, settings and the musicians/singers emotions you'll be able to understand whats happening. The chairs were a little tiny, but its a short performance (~45 mins) so its not too bad. Theatre is air-conditioned. If you're in the first row there are some segments that splashes water outwards, if thats a concern.
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Yue_d
Feb 29, 2024
Fun show and make sure you sit at the front - The show was fun. Friendly staff. Easy admission. Free seating. We got good seats until some tall audience sat on the row ahead.
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Thorsten3012
Feb 1, 2024
Things to see in Saigon - Unfortunately, there isn't much to see in Saigon. That's why the water puppet theater is a highlight. You should check it out. The theater was full in the evening. There were only a few tourists.
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Ethanf679
Mar 26, 2024
Great show, but too loud. - Great show. The only problem was that it was very loud. So for those going with kids, or those with hearing problems, be aware of the noise level.
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