Hanoi: Old Quarter Street Food Walking Tour with Guide
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Explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter on a guided street food tour. Taste 5 signature dishes, learn the cultural stories behind them, and enjoy lunch or dinner at a local restaurant.
Highlights
- Savor the flavors of Hanoi with a local guide leading the way
- Taste 5 signature dishes like pho, bun cha, and egg coffee
- Discover the cultural stories behind each dish as you explore
- Enjoy lunch or dinner at a traditional Vietnamese restaurant
- Choose between a midday or evening tour to suit your schedule
Description
Taste Hanoi Like a Local – Explore Its Street Food and Famous Train Street
Take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey through Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This guided walking food tour combines the rich flavors of authentic Vietnamese street food with a visit to the city’s most Instagrammable and thrilling landmark — Train Street.
Start Your Food Adventure
Meet your local guide and begin your walk through the bustling streets and hidden alleys of Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter. Along the way, you’ll stop at five carefully selected food stalls and family-run eateries, where you’ll sample some of the best local dishes that Hanoians have loved for generations.
Expect to taste mouthwatering classics like:
Pho – Vietnam’s world-famous beef noodle soup
Bun cha – grilled pork with vermicelli and herbs
Banh cuon – delicate steamed rice rolls
Nem ran (fried spring rolls) or fresh spring rolls
And of course, the signature egg coffee, a creamy and unforgettable Hanoi favorite
Your guide will explain the origins, ingredients, and cultural meaning of each dish, making every bite more than just a taste — it’s a story.
Wander the Old Quarter Like a Local
As you walk, your guide will also share insights into Hanoi’s daily life, street culture, and hidden corners that most tourists miss. From old colonial buildings to local markets and small alleyways filled with food vendors, every step reveals a new flavor of the city.
This is more than just a food tour — it’s a cultural dive into the heart of Vietnam’s capital.
End with a Thrill at Train Street
The highlight of your journey is a stop at the legendary Hanoi Train Street, where trains pass incredibly close to local homes and cafés. If timed right, you’ll get to see the train pass by just meters away — a thrilling and unforgettable experience.
Relax with a drink at a local café as you watch life unfold along the tracks. Your guide will help you time your visit and find the best photo angles to capture the moment.
Whether the train passes or not, the energy, color, and atmosphere of Train Street are worth the visit alone.
If you want to taste the real Hanoi and see something unforgettable, this tour gives you both. Come hungry, bring your camera, and get ready for a flavorful and exciting walk through one of Asia’s most vibrant cities.
Includes
Local guide
5 signature dishes
Visit to long-established eateries
Cultural stories behind each dish
Important Information
- Vegetarian option available upon request
Tour departs daily at lunchtime or in the evening
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund