Hanoi Local Street Food Culture and History Tour
Description
Join this 3.5-hour food adventure through the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter—available daily at 11:00 AM or 5:30 PM. Perfect for foodies and culture lovers, this small-group walking or motorbike tour (1–10 people) takes you off the beaten path to hidden eateries and local favorites you’d likely miss on your own. Sample 5–8 delicious Vietnamese dishes and 3 local drinks, including egg coffee and fresh beer, while learning about Hanoi’s rich history, culture, and cuisine from the passionate English-speaking guides. Vegetarian or vegan options available. Hotel pickup in the Old Quarter is included, and private or customized tours can be arranged upon request. Come hungry and curious—leave full and inspired!
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Itinerary
The guide will pick you up from your hotel or a designated meeting point located in the center of Hanoi's Old Quarter (only). Before the tour begins, you'll enjoy a quick Vietnamese greeting lesson. This tour's guides will also take time to discuss any food allergies to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Throughout the tour, they will share insights into Vietnamese cuisine as well as the history and culture of Vietnam, with a special focus on Hanoi.
The tour guides will take you to explore many hidden corners, alleys, and local restaurants in the Old Quarter—places you might easily miss if exploring on your own. Along the way, you'll have the chance to sample a wide variety of authentic Vietnamese street foods and drinks. These include local favorites such as bún chả (grilled pork with noodles), phở bò/gà (beef or chicken noodle soup), bún ốc (snail noodle soup), bánh cuốn (steamed rice paper rolls), bánh gối (pillow dumplings), nem rán (fried spring rolls), bánh tôm (shrimp dumplings), bánh mì (Vietnamese sandwich), chè (sweet dessert soup), bánh bao (Vietnamese dumpling), bánh khoai and bánh chuối (sweet potato and banana cakes), hoa quả dầm (mixed fresh fruit dessert), as well as local drinks like bia hơi (fresh draft beer), trà đá (iced tea), and the famous cà phê trứng (egg coffee).
Tour ends at Hoan Kiếm Lake or anywhere convenient for tourists to return, and then tour guides will show them how to get back your hotels/hostels if tour has more than 2 groups otherwise we will take you back hotels.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We'll Pick Up Travellers From Their Hotel In Hoan Kiem District Or Hanoi Opera House (No.1 Trang Tien Street)
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(2)
Rick was the whole package an authentic food crawl on Hanoi. We were given a taste of authentic no nonsense Local food taste in Hanoi,it was a great experience with other couples that we now call friends, we ate, we sweat and we ate again.thank you Rick
Thank you so much for your amazing review and for joining our Hanoi Local Street Food Culture and History Tour! We’re thrilled to hear that Rick gave you the full Hanoi experience — authentic, delicious, and unforgettable. "We ate, we sweat, and we ate again" — that perfectly sums up a real street food adventure in Vietnam! It’s wonderful to know the tour also brought you new friendships along the way. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Rick — he’ll be overjoyed! Thank you once again, and we hope to welcome you (and maybe your new travel friends!) on another tour soon. Warm regards, The Best Vietnam Tours Team
The food was simply delicious. 6 variants was over the top, but worth it. It's good that one needs to walk from one place to the other so the food will go down a bit before you hit the next place. Rick was friendly and maxe us feel at ease. We're lucky to have met 2 other lovely couples from Minnesota and Sydney. It was simply a fantastic tour.
Thank you so much for your fantastic review and for joining our Hanoi Local Street Food Culture and History Tour! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the variety of dishes — yes, six food stops can be a delicious challenge, which is why a bit of walking between them definitely helps! We're so glad Rick made you feel comfortable and welcome throughout the tour. It’s always a bonus when great food is paired with great company — we’re happy you connected with other lovely couples from Minnesota and Sydney. That’s what travel is all about! We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again on another flavorful adventure soon. Warm regards, The Best Vietnam Tours Team
