Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This is more than a food tour — it’s a chef-led journey into Hanoi’s real food culture. Hosted by a local chef, this experience combines authentic street flavors, hidden food spots, and the stories behind the dishes that shape Hanoi’s culinary identity.
You’ll explore vibrant markets, tucked-away alleys, and local gathering places while tasting carefully selected specialties based on your preferences and pace. From traditional noodle dishes and grilled bites to local desserts and Vietnamese coffee, every stop is designed to feel personal and authentic.
Unlike standard group tours, this is a private and flexible experience — ideal for food lovers, curious travelers, couples, and anyone want...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Includes a variety of Hanoi street food such as phở, bánh cuốn, bún thang, bánh bột lọc, and more. Dishes may vary depending on season and guest preference. Vegetarian options available upon request.
Extra dishes or beverages outside of the set menu are not included.
Tips for guides or drivers are not included and are optional.
Meeting Points
Departure
Hoàn Kiếm Lake
https://maps.app.goo.gl/z74NeNCgYmEdxsGC9
Please meet us at the round fountain area (near 11 Đinh Tiên Hoàng Street), right at the edge of Hoàn Kiếm Lake and close to Highlands Coffee.
This is a well-known public square where most walking tours begin.
We recommend arriving 10 minutes early.
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Chef-Led Hanoi Street Food Experience
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Hoàn Kiếm
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This is more than a food tour — it’s a chef-led journey into Hanoi’s real food culture. Hosted by a local chef, this experience combines authentic street flavors, hidden food spots, and the stories behind the dishes that shape Hanoi’s culinary identity.
You’ll explore vibrant markets, tucked-away alleys, and local gathering places while tasting carefully selected specialties based on your preferences and pace. From traditional noodle dishes and grilled bites to local desserts and Vietnamese coffee, every stop is designed to feel personal and authentic.
Unlike standard group tours, this is a private and flexible experience — ideal for food lovers, curious travelers, couples, and anyone want...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Includes a variety of Hanoi street food such as phở, bánh cuốn, bún thang, bánh bột lọc, and more. Dishes may vary depending on season and guest preference. Vegetarian options available upon request.
Extra dishes or beverages outside of the set menu are not included.
Tips for guides or drivers are not included and are optional.
Meeting Points
Departure
Hoàn Kiếm Lake
https://maps.app.goo.gl/z74NeNCgYmEdxsGC9
Please meet us at the round fountain area (near 11 Đinh Tiên Hoàng Street), right at the edge of Hoàn Kiếm Lake and close to Highlands Coffee.
This is a well-known public square where most walking tours begin.
We recommend arriving 10 minutes early.
Return
Itinerary
1
Phung Hung Mural Street
Start the experience at Phung Hung Street, where old Hanoi stories meet colorful mural art. A great place to learn about the city’s past and local daily life.
15 minutes
2
Old Quarter
Walk through hidden alleys and discover family-run eateries and untold local stories.
30 minutes
3
Dong Xuan Market
Explore Hanoi’s largest traditional market, where locals shop for everything from herbs to street food. A sensory overload of sights, sounds, and smells.
15 minutes
4
Ta Hien Street
Experience Hanoi’s social side at Ta Hien, famous for local beer culture, street snacks, and its lively atmosphere.
15 minutes
5
Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
Enjoy a relaxing cyclo ride around Hoan Kiem Lake, one of Hanoi’s most symbolic landmarks, and see the city from a local perspective.
