Golden Dragon Water Puppet Theater: Experience Traditional Vietnamese Puppetry in 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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Mariop9146cr
Jul 23, 2024
Uniquely amazing - Amazing cultural heritage Unique Original Kudos to the coordination of the sound effects instruments and lights as well as the music to the puppets in the water Hope it will continue for a long long time!
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Jungm1313
Jun 17, 2024
Must do! - The puppets were so funny, it was super entertaining to watch and the stories were easy to follow. The music was phenomenal and so was the puppet voices.
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Anishs434
May 28, 2024
Amazing show by amazing people - Genuinely, this may be one of the best things I've seen abroad. it's such an immersive and fun watch, superb energy from the cast and producers and honestly it looks amazing. No other way to describe it. I'm 20 and I felt my inner child come out. The show is insanely colourful, engaging and kind of touches you in an intimate way. I actually felt like tearing up a bit. Entire time I'm wondering how on earth they are controlling the puppets so intricately. Front row seats get splashed a bit so it's genuinely a 10/10 experience.
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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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Shona_m
Jun 16, 2024
Short show & very well done - Short 45min show telling the story of Vietnamese life. Great music/voice overs, entertaining and clever puppetry.
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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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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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