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Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City: Explore History, Culture, and Cuisine
4.9
1,328 Ratings
Hanoi
Discover the hidden gems of Hanoi with our Private Walking Tour. Explore history, culture, and cuisine on a journey through the heart of the city.
Discover the hidden gems of Hanoi with our Private Walking Tour. Explore history, culture, and cuisine on a journey through the heart of the city.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Temple Ngoc Son - (Schedule is flexible)
Ngoc Son Temple, Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi, Vietnam
Situated on a small island within the tranquil Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple is a highly frequented cultural landmark in Hanoi. Linked to the lakeshore by the iconic red wooden The Huc Bridge, the temple pays tribute to General Tran Hung Dao and other…
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Temple Ngoc Son - (Schedule is flexible)
Ngoc Son Temple, Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi, Vietnam
Situated on a small island within the tranquil Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple is a highly frequented cultural landmark in Hanoi. Linked to the lakeshore by the iconic red wooden The Huc Bridge, the temple pays tribute to General Tran Hung Dao and other national scholars and heroes. Its peaceful environment, historical importance, and traditional architecture make it an ideal place to delve into Vietnam’s spiritual and intellectual legacy. -
Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake) - (Schedule is flexible)
The tour guide will pick up the group to commence the Hanoi Old Quarter Walking Tour. The first stop will be Hoan Kiem Lake, regarded as the heart of Hanoi. Visitors can witness various local activities such as playing badminton and exercising. -
Temple of Literature & National University - (Schedule is flexible)
Originally constructed as a university in 1070, the Temple of Literature & National University is dedicated to Confucius, scholars, and sages. The building is exceptionally well-preserved and serves as an excellent example of traditional Vietnamese architecture. A visit to the Temple of Literature reveals historic structures from the Ly and Tran dynasties in a revered location that has seen thousands of doctors graduate, now serving as a memorial to education and literature. -
Hoa Lo Prison - (Schedule is flexible)
Hoa Lo Prison, ironically dubbed the ‘Hanoi Hilton’ by US prisoners of war (POWs) during the American War, primarily features exhibits related to its use up to the mid-1950s, highlighting the Vietnamese struggle for independence from France.
What's Included
- Free hotel pickup in Hanoi Old Quarter
- Guaranteed tour with email confirmation
- Complimentary private tour guide
- No tips required, no hidden charges
- Free hotel pickup in Hanoi Old Quarter
- Guaranteed tour with email confirmation
- Complimentary private tour guide
- No tips required, no hidden charges
What's Not Included
- Transport
- Transport
Additional Information
Uncover the hidden treasures of Hanoi with our Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City. Our skilled and knowledgeable guides will lead you through the vibrant heart of Hanoi, delving into the city’s rich history, culture, and culinary delights.
You’ll explore renowned tourist spots such as the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, and the Old Quarter,…
Uncover the hidden treasures of Hanoi with our Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City. Our skilled and knowledgeable guides will lead you through the vibrant heart of Hanoi, delving into the city’s rich history, culture, and culinary delights.
You’ll explore renowned tourist spots such as the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Temple of Literature, and the Old Quarter, along with lesser-known locations cherished by locals. Gain insights into the city’s history, traditions, and local lifestyle, offering you an insider’s perspective of Hanoi. Additionally, you can participate in a workshop to craft your own tire sandals.
NOTE:
- Please be aware that tank tops and shorts (above the knee) are not permitted when visiting spiritual sites such as pagodas, temples, The Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Complex, etc.
- Feel free to customize the itinerary with us to better match your preferences.
- We will contact you via WhatsApp, Line, Instagram, or other platforms, so please remember to provide your contact information!
- Please be noted that no tank tops and/or shorts (above the knee) when entering spiritual attractions such as pagodas, temples, The Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Complex, etc.
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum opening time: only morning from 7:30am – 11am
Location
Temple Ngoc Son
P. Dinh Tien Hoang, Hang Tr_ng, Hoan Ki_m, Ha N_i, Viet Nam
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Ming_t
Apr 21, 2026
A must-do! - Without much ideas of what to see/do on our first day in Hanoi, having a private and customised walking tour by a local is a great way to get to know the city. Our guide Vy, has good English skill and pleasantly showed us Hanoi landmarks to our interests. We were told the small booking fee (about US$5) was for a donation and we're to cover our guide's applicable entry fees and F&B expenses as she accompanies us plus optional tips. Overall, the tour was well worth it. Vy also gave good recommendations on money changing, shopping, and places for good food.
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Susank386
Apr 20, 2026
Excellent Experience - Highly Recommended! - Our two guides, Alice (Hoa) and Camelia (Quynh), were absolutely delightful and we loved getting to know them as we walked through Hanoi.
We booked the tour on Saturday for Sunday, so you don’t have to book too far in advance which is great if you are only here for a few days. We received prompt confirmation and then Alice got in touch via WhatsApp to arrange meeting up and to find out what we were interested in seeing.
We are staying in BA Dinh so requested a visit to the Long Bien wholesale market, Long Bien Bridge, a walk through the Old Quarter and a visit to a specific temple. All of this was fulfilled. We got loads of information about the history and traditions of Vietnam and they answered our questions about everything from street names to shops to food - it was very engaging.
In addition, we visited a Heritage House in the Old Quarter and learnt about the White Horse Temple.
We finished our tour with a drink at Cafe Pho Co and a lovely chat. The ladies were very open, friendly and good fun to be with.
You will be sent in advance details about how the tour works including information about paying for the tour guides entry fee into museums and temples. This is well worth it as they will answer any questions you have and share their knowledge of places.
We would consider booking another tour because we enjoyed it so much.
Thank you Alice and Camelia ❤️
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Rushiln2026
Apr 19, 2026
Highly recommend - We had a great afternoon walking around the old quarter with Maiya and Khanh. They were very knowledgeable and friendly guides and gave us lots of nice recommendations
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Karen_h
Apr 18, 2026
Off the beaten track - Great tour, went off the beaten track
Knowledge of guide ok
Interesting food
Great memories
Gave tip to guide
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Tramvaiswl
Apr 16, 2026
Perfect day in Hanoi with Anna and Quinn - It was a unique and engaging experience. Our two guides Anna and Quinn carefully understood our needs. They picked us up directly from the hotel and helped us get taxis, entrance fees, avoid problems as well as giving us great tips on our stay in Hanoi for restaurants and attractions. We understood Vietnamese history and culture through two authentic local guides. The only downside? There is no possibility of giving six stars. Congratulations and thank you from the heart!
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Richard_w
Apr 13, 2026
Very friendly and well... - Very friendly and well put together tour. Some good sights, not too much walking and suitable for all ages
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V5497znpiotrs
Apr 12, 2026
Hanoi walking tour - Everything was very good, we enjoy the guide Rosa with friend Hana.
Thank you very much girls.
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Drmcb94
Apr 9, 2026
Great way to begin exploring Hanoi - We booked this free tour for one of our first days in Hanoi and it was a great experience! Organizing the tour was easy through WhatsApp, our guide got in touch earlier that day to arrange meeting at our accommodation in the Old Quarter. We had 2 guides, Duy and Dao, and they were a lot of fun, very easy to talk to, and provided some great insight into Vietnamese culture that we wouldn't have learned otherwise. Highlights were visiting pagodas and learning about the different aspects and symbolism inside, and the "special" coffee shop tucked away down an alleyway for our first egg coffee! Throughout the tour our guides would checking in asking if something interested us or not, which made it customisable in terms of both length and content. Highly recommend this tour!
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Sherpa58984202205
Apr 5, 2026
It was the best Hanoi experience thanks to my guide - On the day, we met at 9:30 in the morning at the hotel, and then we were given a tour of Hanoi. They showed us efficiently all the places we wanted to visit, like Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi Cathedral, Train Street and Wen Mausoleum.
The guides explained the history and culture of each region very carefully and enthusiastically, and I learned a lot. My parents couldn't speak English, but my daughter was able to translate for me, which helped me a lot because I understood the content.
We also had Buncha, a famous Vietnamese dish, for lunch and enjoyed the unique taste of the local area.
Although it was only a short half day, we had a very fulfilling time. I don't think I would have known Vietnamese culture and history in such depth without the guide. I am truly grateful.
If you are visiting Hanoi, I would definitely recommend this tour.
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Wai-jen
Apr 21, 2026
Waste of time - Guide was late. Did not see what was in itinerary. Guide with limited knowledge.
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