Hanoi Private Walking Tour: Street Food and Train Street

Hanoi is known for its tasty street eats, but knowing what to sample takes insider knowledge. Explore the city's diverse culinary scene, including vegan and vegetarian options, on this local-led foodie tour. Taste an array of regional foods and beverages, learn the little-known historical background of each dish, and see where locals prefer to eat. . You’ll also discover the history and architecture of Old Hanoi along the way.

We will pass by St. Joseph’s Cathedral. Located in Hoan Kiem district, the neo-Gothic St. Joseph’s Cathedral is the oldest Roman Catholic church in Hanoi and the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hanoi. Modeled after Notre Dame in Paris, St. Joseph’s Cathedral is one of the most famous and striking landmarks in Hanoi from the colonial era.

We will pass by Ta Hien Street. Right at the heart of the city, Ta Hien is a small street spanning just over 200 meters but is one of the most crowded streets in Old Quarter particularly and in Hanoi generally. Ta Hien has the most specific features of both old Hanoi and modern Hanoi. It is named “international crossroad”, drawing many foreign visitors and also the residents thanks to affordable menus of snack foods, beers, pubs and street entertainment.

We will pass by Hoan Kiem Lake The first thing that tempts us whenever talking about must-see places in Hanoi is the legendary Hoan Kiem Lake, which has been the focal point of the city’s cultural and social activities for centuries. Therefore, within this article, we’ll introduce the Hoan Kiem Lake and its surrounding landmarks.

We will stop at Hanoi Train Street for drink coffee to see train track and local life. Hanoi train street used to be one of the most renowned tourist destinations in the capital. It is a tiny, winding street tucked away in one of Hanoi’s back streets, surrounded by tightly clustered, tall, narrow houses. The train travels by the backyards of these families a couple times each day. Many tourists love coming to Hanoi train street to enjoy coffee at the sidewalk and take a great number of stunning pictures. However, when you read this article, the street is no longer open to tourists. The safety of this place has created a huge concern for the local authorities. Therefore, all the check-in spots and cafes along the train street have been closed with caution signs on the street.