Old Quarter, Hoa Lo Prison, and Train Street Tour

Hanoi Old Quarter, Hanoi



Discover Hanoi’s highlights on a guided motorbike tour. Explore the Old Quarter, visit the Hoa Lo Prison Museum, and enjoy a street food tasting and coffee on Train Street.

Highlights

  • Savor the flavors of Hanoi with a tasting of local street food
  • Explore the historic Old Quarter and learn about its 36 Guild Streets
  • Visit the Hoa Lo Prison Museum and learn about Vietnam’s history
  • Enjoy a Vietnamese coffee at a local café on Train Street
  • Experiencing the train passing on a narrow street

Description

Begin your tour with a guided drive through Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter. Explore traditional streets, observe daily local life, and learn about the history of the famous “36 Guild Streets.' Next, head to the Hoa Lo Prison Museum. Built by the French in the late 19th century, this historic prison offers insight into Vietnam’s colonial history and wartime experiences. Listen as your guide explains the key historical events associated with the site. Then, enjoy a small street food experience at local eateries. Sample typical dishes like Bún Chả (grilled pork with vermicelli noodles), Bánh Cuốn (steamed rice rolls), and Nem Rán (Vietnamese fried spring rolls). Your guide will introduce the history of these dishes and explain how locals enjoy them. Finally, stop for a Vietnamese coffee at a local café while observing daily life along the railway. If the timing is right, you may see a train passing through the narrow street.

Includes

English-speaking tour guide Hotel pick-up (Old Quarter area) Entrance ticket to Hoa Lo Prison Hanoi street food tasting Vietnamese coffee at Hanoi Train Street All sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary Bottled water

Excludes

Tip for guide

Important Information

  • 1. Please fill in your WhatsApp number or email in your booking to contact you before the tour. If any cases arise, we will call you. 2. Booking this tour means you do not mind eating in local restaurants and local food, and beware of the food that you might try for the first time. If you do not like the taste , please ask your guide to skip it and go for the next dish/dishes. It is a group tour; the maximum will be 10 people. If you are vegetarian, you should ask your guide, and we will order food suitable to you. The itinerary, time of activities, or dish may vary when necessary.

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