The Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum brings together the country’s artistic history, from early objects to art of more recent periods. Its displays include sculpture, painting, folk works and traditional applied arts. Look especially for lacquer paintings and works on silk.
The collection’s best-known works include Little Thuy by Tran Van Can. The museum is at 66 Nguyen Thai Hoc, near the Temple of Literature, making it convenient to combine both visits on a walk. Check the museum’s website for current hours, tickets and temporary exhibitions.
