January
20.6°C ~ 69°F
19 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
Khe Sanh Combat Base
The site of the 1968 siege, now a quiet memorial with a small museum.
- Location
- Quang Tri
- Time needed
- From 1 hr
- Entry fee
- 50,000 VND
- Best months
- Feb – Apr, Jul – Aug
Overview
Khe Sanh was the site of the 1968 siege. The Ta Con airfield and combat base lie on a plateau about 5 km from Khe Sanh town, near the Lao border. The site was made a national monument in 1986. It now has a small museum, bunkers and trenches, and aircraft and tanks on display, including C-130, C-119, UH-1 and CH-47 aircraft. A C-119 was brought from Bien Hoa airbase in early 2026.
It is the furthest of the DMZ sights from Hue and the coast, so it suits a full day or a private driver. Plan about 1 to 1.5 hours on site. The red earth and the hills around it help explain why the base was so hard to supply.
Highlights
- See the aircraft and tanks on display
- Walk through bunkers and trenches
- Visit the small museum with maps and photographs
- Look across the plateau toward the Lao border
Visitor information
| Opening hours | Daily, about 7:30 – 17:00 (reported; confirm) |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | About 50,000 VND per adult (older report; confirm at the gate) |
| Time needed | 1 – 1.5 hrs |
| Best time of day | Morning |
| Good for | History lovers |
| Accessibility | Mostly flat; uneven ground |
| Facilities | Museum and toilets |
Prices and hours can change. Check the official source before you go.
Best time to visit
Weather in Quang Tri by month.
February
21.3°C ~ 70°F
13 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
March
24.2°C ~ 76°F
12 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
April
27.1°C ~ 81°F
11 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
May
28.9°C ~ 84°F
18 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
June
30.6°C ~ 87°F
12 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
July
29.6°C ~ 85°F
16 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
August
29.4°C ~ 85°F
16 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
September
27.6°C ~ 82°F
22 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
October
25.3°C ~ 78°F
26 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
November
23.8°C ~ 75°F
24 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
December
21.2°C ~ 70°F
23 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
How to get there
- From Quang Tri centre
About 5 km from Khe Sanh town in Huong Hoa, Quang Tri, along the Ho Chi Minh Road. Most visitors come on a DMZ tour or by private car.
- Khe Sanh Combat Base
Tips before you go
- Start early, as the drive from Hue or Dong Ha takes a few hours
- Bring water and sun protection, because there is little shade
- Hire a guide or a driver who knows the history
- Pair it with Hien Luong Bridge and Vinh Moc on a long DMZ day
Location
Huong Hoa, Quang Tri
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FAQs
How far is Khe Sanh from Hue?
It is a long day trip, so most visitors go with a driver or tour.
Is there a museum?
Yes, a small museum with maps, photographs and equipment.
How long do I need?
About 1 – 1.5 hours on site.