Private Hanoi Old Quarter Street Food Tour with Student Guide

5.0 (1 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the vibrant street food scene of Hanoi on a private tour led by a friendly local university student. This personalized experience takes you through the lively Hanoi Old Quarter, where hidden alleys, street stalls, and bustling markets reveal the authentic flavors of the city. Along the way, your guide will share stories about daily life, food culture, and local traditions, giving you a genuine local perspective.

During the tour, you may also pass by famous landmarks such as Hoan Kiem Lake, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Ta Hien Street, Dong Xuan Market, offering a glimpse of the city’s culture and daily life.

Food and drinks are not included, so you can freely choose what you would like to try based on your preferences. Please note that an additional 500,000 VND per group will be paid directly as the student guide’s salary, helping support local students while keeping the experience affordable.

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Private Guided Tour On Foot

Meeting point Pick-up: This is a walking tour. Please come to the meeting point, or hotel pick-up is available but the Grab car fare is not included
Duration: 4 hours
On foot
Pay extra 500,000 Vnd/Group: Please note that an additional 500,000 VND per group will be paid directly as a tip for the student guide
Pickup included

Private Guided Tour By Car

Duration: 4 hours
Private Car
Pay an extra 500,000 Vnd/Group: Please note that an additional 500,000 VND per group will be paid directly as a tip for the student guide
Pickup included

Private Self-Guided Car Tour

Duration: 4 hours
Private Car
Pickup included

What's included

  • Pick-up, Drop-off Ha Noi Old Quarter
  • Fully customizable to your interests, allergies, or vegan diet.
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • New year holiday surcharge, Street Food Budget
  • An additional per group will be paid directly as the guide’s tip

What to expect

  1. Old Quarter
    4h
    The tour begins in the lively Hanoi Old Quarter, the historic heart of Hanoi. Known for its maze of narrow streets and traditional shop houses, this area is famous for its vibrant street life and local food culture. As you walk through hidden alleys and busy corners, your student guide will introduce you to authentic local eateries and share stories about daily life and traditions in Hanoi.
  2. Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
    Pass by
    The tour often begins near Hoan Kiem Lake, one of the most iconic landmarks in Hanoi. Surrounded by tree-lined walking paths and historic buildings, the lake is a peaceful escape in the center of the busy city. In the middle of the lake stands the famous Turtle Tower, while the bright red bridge leads visitors to Ngoc Son Temple, a cultural and spiritual symbol of Hanoi.
  3. Ta Hien Street
    Pass by
    Located in the heart of the Hanoi Old Quarter, Ta Hien Street is famous for its lively nightlife and energetic atmosphere. Often called “Beer Street,” it is filled with small bars, street food vendors, and crowds of locals and travelers enjoying the evening together. Walking through this street gives visitors a taste of Hanoi’s vibrant social life.
  4. St. Joseph's Cathedral
    Pass by
    Located in the heart of the Old Quarter, St. Joseph’s Cathedral is one of the most famous landmarks in Hanoi. Built in the late 19th century, the cathedral features impressive Gothic architecture inspired by European churches. The square in front of the cathedral is always lively, surrounded by cafés, small shops, and local street vendors, making it a popular meeting point for both locals and visitors.
  5. Hanoi Train Street
    Pass by
    Hanoi Train Street is one of the most unique attractions near the Old Quarter. Here, a railway track runs directly through a narrow residential street lined with small cafés and homes. Visitors can sit at a café just meters from the track and experience the excitement when the train slowly passes through the street, creating a memorable and unusual urban scene.
  6. Long Bien Bridge
    Pass by
    The historic Long Bien Bridge stretches across the Red River and is one of the oldest structures in Hanoi. Built during the French colonial period, the bridge has witnessed many historical events and remains an important symbol of the city. Walking along the bridge offers beautiful views of the river, local farms on the riverbanks, and the daily life of Hanoi residents.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

As this is a walking tour, please come to the meeting point. Hotel pick-up is available, but transportation to the Old Quarter will be by Grab car and the Grab fare is not included.

End point

As this is a walking tour, please come to the meeting point. Hotel pick-up is available, but transportation to the Old Quarter will be by Grab car and the Grab fare is not included.

Pickup details

[1] If walking tour. Please come to the meeting point, or hotel pick-up is available but the Grab car fare is not included.
[2] If car tour, We will pick-up with pick-up zone.
[3] Please note that an additional 400,000 VND per group will be paid directly as a tip for the student guide, helping support local students while keeping the experience affordable.
[4] Please Send Us Your Full Name, IMessage/Whatsapp Phone Number, Pick-Up Address In Advance. If You're Staying Far From The Old Quarter, Kindly Contact Us So We Can Help Organize Your Trip—An Extra Fee May Apply For Distant Pick-Up Locations.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Food allergies, vegetarian are available

Cancellation policy

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

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