About Notre Dame Cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral is one of the oldest Catholic Churches in Vietnam; it is also one of the prominent attractions of the city. It is strategically located in Paris square, surrounded by several French colonial architectural marvels. In 1962, it received the basilica status. It is still a major religious institution to the local Catholic Christian population. The cathedral is almost 60 meters in height, and its distinctive neo-Romanesque features include the imported all-red brick facade, stained glass windows, two bell towers containing six bronze bells. The Virgin Mary statue in front of the cathedral is part of several local lore and myths.

Must See

  • The Virgin Mary statue in front of the cathedral which has been part of local lore and myths.
  • The exterior and interior decorations.
  • The stained glass windows and bell towers.

How to reach

To reach the place in a budget option, you will need to board bus no. 150 and then either bus no. 14, 45 or 19 followed by walking. You may book a cab, but that will take more time to reach as the place is situated in a tourist-favourite zone. It is 10 km from the city center.

Tips

  • Best time to visit the place is on Sunday, mass around 9:30 in the morning to feel the vibe of this place. 
  • As this is a religious place, dress accordingly not to hurt the sentiments of the devotees.
  • Refrain from disturbing the pious people while exploring and taking photographs of this place.
  • Don't forget to carry your cameras to capture the mesmerizing views.
  • Be aware of the social etiquette followed there so that the local people accept you better.
  • Be thoughtful while clicking pictures of the locals; some people might not like it. So, always take their permission first.
  • Always carry an ample amount of water so that you can stay hydrated during your tour.
  • Carry sunscreen if it's sunny outside.

Visit Time

Sunday:                  9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Monday:                 8:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday:                8:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday:           8:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursday:               8:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Friday:                    8:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Saturday:                8:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

10 minutes.

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

40 minutes

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 7.5°C

 

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