Introducing your essential companion for navigating the vibrant culinary scene of Hanoi’s Old Quarter! For those with apprehensions about sampling street food, this is a must-have solution. Amidst the bustling array of food vendors in this historic district, selecting the best can be daunting. Our guide serves as your trusted advisor, expertly directing you to the finest culinary gems, ensuring every choice is a delightful experience. Say goodbye to uncertainties and embrace a flavorful journey through Hanoi’s streets with confidence, guided by the expertise of our carefully curated companion.
- Take in a spectacular view of Hoan Kiem Lake
- Enjoy the water puppet show
- Sample delicious Vietnamese cuisine just like the locals do – on the street
- Learn more about Hanoi’s unique food culture
Hanoi: Street Food Walking Tour & Water Puppet Show
About this activity
- Start time: Available time to be chosen from 8.00 am – 5.00 pm
- Duration: 4.5 hours
- Live tour guide: English
- Pickup is available from hotels within the Old Quarter of Hanoi. If your hotel is located outside this area, please move to our operator office named Crossing Vietnam Tour located at No. 47 Hà ng Bông Street
- The tour guide will welcome you to your hotel lobby, then start the walking tour in the old quarter ’36 Streets’ to visit some famous and specialized food stalls and local restaurants. Watch as it is made and taste some particular dishes (The company can customize vegetarian food or something for other special requirements)
- Originally there were just 36 streets in the Old Quarter but today there are more than 50. Although many of the streets are short and the area is rather compact
- It can be very difficult to find local food on your own in the hidden alleys or sidewalks, certainly, the best way to experience street food is with a local. In this special tour learn about Vietnamese cuisine, culture, people, and language
- Later, the guide will bring you to enjoy a Water Puppet show which is a unique variation on the ancient Asia puppet tradition and a Vietnamese tradition dating back to the 11th century
- At the end of your Hanoi tour you are free to continue exploring the area or your guide will assist you with directions or a taxi back to your hotel.
