Hanoi Street Food Tour & Local Life
Hanoi is famous for its street food, and this tour lets you experience it like a local. Discover hidden food spots in the Old Quarter and taste authentic Vietnamese specialties that most visitors never find on their own.
Beyond food, you will explore a traditional market and walk through narrow alleys with tiny homes, gaining insight into local daily life and the unique character of Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Eating here is not just about flavor — it’s about culture, history, and everyday life.
Our local guide will pick you up at your hotel (Hanoi Old Quarter only). From there, you will walk through the maze of lively streets, stopping at family-run eateries, street food stalls, and small local shops.
Alongside tasting a wide variety of local dishes and drinks, you will also visit a traditional local market to see how Hanoians shop for fresh ingredients and interact in daily life. While enjoying each specialty, your guide will explain the main ingredients, cooking methods, and cultural stories behind the food.
In between tastings, this tour offers a deeper look into local life as you walk through narrow, hidden alleys where tiny homes are tucked away behind the busy streets. These quiet corners reveal traditional architecture, everyday activities, and how local families live in one of the oldest parts of Hanoi.
Sample Menu (subject to availability)
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Nem (fried spring rolls)
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Nom (green papaya salad with dried beef)
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Pho (beef or chicken noodle soup)
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Bun Cha (grilled pork with noodles)
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Banh Mi (Vietnamese baguette sandwich)
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Banh Cuon (steamed rice rolls)
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Pho Cuon (fresh rolled pho)
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Banh Tom (shrimp cake)
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Banh Ran Ngot (sweet rice donut)
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Che (Vietnamese dessert)
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Trai cay dam (mixed fruit salad)
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Ca Phe Trung (egg coffee)
And many more local specialties. Please let your guide know if you would like to try something specific.
We are confident that this journey will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Tour Includes
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Experienced English-speaking local guide
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At least 10 food and drink tastings
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VAT and all applicable taxes
Tour Excludes
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Extra drinks
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Tips
Why choose this private tour
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Private tour with flexible timing and personalized food preferences
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Authentic street food & local life experiences beyond tourist paths
Notes
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Vegetarian-friendly options are available.
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Please inform us in advance if you have any food allergies or special dietary requests.
Price
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USD 40 for 1 person
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USD 32 / person for groups of 2–4 people
