Hanoi Old Quarter: Small Group Food Walking Tour with Local Delicacies and Historical Sights
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930 Ratings
Hoàn Kiếm
Experience the best of Hanoi's Old Quarter on a small group food walking tour. Discover historical sights, sample local delicacies, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Vietnam.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Old Quarter - Nestled at the heart of Ha Noi, a city that’s constantly evolving with each passing hour, the Old Quarter stands as a quaint enclave, its narrow lanes lined with traditional brick homes, defying the march of time while simultaneously striving to keep pace with the city’s modern pulse.

This historic sector was once a thriving hub for traders and craftsmen to peddle their wares. The Old Quarter is a labyrinth of tiny, winding streets, each named after the merchandise that was once sold there, such as Hang Bac (Silver Product), Hang Ma (Paper Product), Hang Go (Wood Product), among others.

Encircled by the serene Hoan Kiem Lake, visitors to this distinctive relic of history are transported to a world apart from the urban sprawl. They can delve into the simple yet vibrant life of locals from a century past, devoid of towering buildings, congested traffic, and upscale boutiques. Here, the scale of life may seem reduced compared to the city’s modern expanses with their skyscrapers and malls, but the area’s energy and spirit remain undiminished.

What's Included
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Bánh mì - Vietnamese Sandwich
  • English speaking guide
  • Bun Cha/Pho
  • Pick-up & Drop-off at hotel (Only in Hanoi Old Quarter)
  • Coffee or Tea
  • Fired & Fresh Spring Rolls
What's Not Included
  • Tip/Gratuities for guide
  • Other drinks
Additional Information

Experience the rich history and savory flavors of Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a guided culinary walking tour. Led by an enthusiastic food connoisseur, indulge in the diverse tastes of Vietnam; try out ripe fruits, delicious street eats, and authentic treats while wandering the timeworn streets of the Old Quarter.
Journey through secret passageways and explore the Hang Be local market. This tour offers a personal touch with a small group size limited to eight epicureans.

  • Choose from various starting times: From 9.00AM to 6.30PM daily (Lasts: 3 hours)
  • Immerse in Vietnamese culture through its cuisine
  • Taste a range of local dishes with French and Chinese influence.
  • Experience dining in secluded alleys
  • Relish an evening stroll spotlighting Hanoi’s culinary hotspots
  • Embark on a tour guide-led promenade around the historical and vibrant Old Quarter
  • Enjoy a selection of Vietnamese traditional foods and sweets
  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • We have 10 options: 09:00am - 10:00am - 11:00am - 12:00pm - 1:00pm - 2:00pm - 3:00pm - 4:00pm - 5:00pm - 6:00pm - 6.30pm
  • Pick-up point: Your Hotel/Stay (in Hanoi Old Quarter Area) or our office at 47C Ly Quoc Su street (Opposit ST. Joseph’s Cathedral)
  • Drop-off point: Your Hotel/Stay (in Hanoi Old Quarter Area) or our office at 47C Ly Quoc Su street (Opposit ST. Joseph’s Cathedral) street)
Location
47 P. Hàng Bông
Phố Hàng Bông
47 Hàng Bông street, Hoan Kiem District, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Chris
Apr 24, 2024
Foodtour - It was amazing. Lily was super nice and organized. Al the places we visited were nice and clean 😍 as a solo traveler it’s a nice way to meet new people
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Beckyguirov
Apr 23, 2024
Tonnes of food and fun! - So much food! It says 4/5 dishes, but really it's 4 or 5 places with 2-5 things to try at each. Sarah was great, lots of good tips about food and other things to do/see too. She even took us to good photo spots and took lots of great shots of us!
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Patrickm08
Apr 23, 2024
Excellent Street Food Tour - Excellent walking street food tour, Sarah was brilliant, very knowledgeable on everything about Vietnam. Lots of very tasty and interesting food, i highly recommend it
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N5953pcsandrap
Apr 20, 2024
Very recommended food tour - What a good end to our trip (we wished we have done it at the start!). Our guide Chip has a bubbly personality and took us to gem places known only by locals and chosen as she has been taken by her family. Food was delicious and also accommodating for vegetarian options. She was also very caring for our wellbeing crossing the streets!
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Kyaaimeed
Apr 19, 2024
Good food with Nick - Lovely tour with our tourguide Nick! Food was good and cool that we were able to see the train pass! Great experience! I would recommend.
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Andreasdh6558mz
Apr 18, 2024
Food tour - Great food tour with Gene. She took us around the old quarter of Hanoi and let us taste delicious local dishes. She also gave great information about all the food we had.
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Explore65866901128
Apr 17, 2024
Love food, love this trip - We had a fantastic time with April. She was a wonderful guide, providing my wife and I with interesting historical insights into the beautiful city of Hanoi. The eateries we were taken to provided food which exceeded our expectations.
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681sarahjanee
Apr 16, 2024
Best foods and guide - This was the first activity we had on our Vietnam trip and it was fantastic. Our guide, Gene, was the best! She was very friendly and knowledgeable about the different Vietnamese foods and their history. We felt at ease while doing the tour and enjoyed it a lot. She had us try a variety of foods, and my favorites were the pork bbq banh mi and salt coffee.
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Jiandgyuc
Apr 16, 2024
Must Try Food Tour - The foods are great and our guide Gene is amazing! We’ve tried foods in the best local places that we wouldn’t have gone to if we are by ourselves. It’s also great learning about the history of the food that we are tried and places we’ve been to. Gene is very friendly, easy to talk to and informative. If you have some little time and want to try several food at once, this one is recommended.
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Guy
Apr 18, 2024
Food tour - Good knowledgeable guides, fantastic tasty food for both adults and children. New experience for all the family. Recommended
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