Hanoi como un verdadero habitante local

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Salga de los caminos trillados, lejos de las multitudes de turistas, y vea el lado real de Hanoi. En este tour privado, vaya más allá de la ruta clásica y explore Nghia Tan, donde experimentará un Hanoi diferente, ¡como un local con un local a su lado!

Destination

Hanoi, Vietnam

Category

Off The Beaten Track

Duration

2.5 horas

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

English, Vietnamese

Included

• Private Guide
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to attractions

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 2 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at Entrance of Treeland Coffee - Hanoi to start your journey

   View on Maps

2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. Fuera de los caminos

   ¿Terminó con los aspectos más destacados de Hanoi? Echa un vistazo a Nghia Tan. Explore una parte menos conocida de la ciudad que le dará una sensación más auténtica de Hanoi. ¡Visite el mercado Nghia Tan, la pagoda Chua Tang Phuc y más!

4. El trato real

   Deje que un experto local en el área que visitará le muestre su Hanoi desde una perspectiva diferente, lejos de las trampas para turistas. ¡Vea arte callejero, lugares de interés cultural, vendedores locales, lugares de reunión y gemas históricas, y disfrute del ambiente!

5. Recomendaciones personalizadas

   ¿Quiere explorar más de la zona después del recorrido? Tu anfitrión estará encantado de recomendarte sus restaurantes favoritos y dónde tomar un descanso mientras paseas por esta vibrante zona.

6. Plan Único

   Dependiendo de su anfitrión, este recorrido se experimentará en función de su conocimiento, pasión y experiencia. ¡Elige un anfitrión que coincida con tus intereses y mira su ciudad a través de sus ojos!

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Anna🇳🇿 New Zealand

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

28 junio 2025

Thanks Ruby, we had such a great time walking around Nghĩa Trân with you. Otherwise we wouldn’t have ventured far out of the Old Quarter but it was so worthwhile walking around the streets, market and pagoda with you - thank you! Wishing all the best to you and your family. A very valuable tour for our family

Steve🇺🇸 United States

(About local Trang Chu)

18 junio 2025

This was an excellent tour with Trang. She was very informative, and in 2 hours we learned more about Vietnam and Hanoi in particular than we had in the previous two weeks. We saw a local market and got to visit an apartment building and tour one of the apartments, owned by a delightful former teacher. We also visited a temple and learned about religious practices in Vietnam. Overall, this was one of the most interesting and educational tours we have done. Trang is an excellent guide, and we highly recommend this tour to those wanting to see a different side of Hanoi, not the normal tourist destinations.Local Hanoi tour

Karen🇳🇿 New Zealand

(About local Trang Chu)

14 junio 2025

We did an off the beaten track guided tour with Trang and it was very informative and interesting. Trang was very friendly and knowledgable and we felt like we had a taste of the REAL Vietnam and not just what a tourist would normally see. The only disappointment was that I thought we were going on a street food tour as well but it wasn't the case. That was my fault though as I clearly didn't read what I was booking! Thanks Trang- I highly recommend you! A unique experience

Stephen🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

9 junio 2025

We had a wonderful time with Ruby. She was very knowledgeable and took us around an area of Hanoi that you wouldn’t normally see, and introduced us to some of the local people.Great morning meeting locals

Chas🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Trang Chu)

8 junio 2025

Trang was great! She was very accommodating with a few last minute schedule changes, and she helped me buy some flowers to bring to a local dinner after. On top of that she took us to part of Hanoi we wouldn’t have gone to otherwise, and shared some great local knowledge and tips. We really enjoyed our time with her and would definitely recommend booking with her if you can! Great experience

amy

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

22 abril 2025

Ngọc Ruby was very knowledgeable and sweet. She showed us the main sights and explained spiritual rites of the Vietnamese with personal stories. Wonderful tour

Yipeng🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Trang Chu)

15 abril 2025

We made the Nghia Tan with Trang and it was definitely the most meaningful tour in Hanoi. We got the see how locals live, where they buy groceries, have dinner, or go to school. I highly suggest you to make this tour if you are interested in the local culture. Trang was very friendly and informative. She gave us great insights into local life and made the trip really enjoyable. We definitely recommend doing this tour with her.See how locals live

Nancy

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

5 abril 2025

We did a food tour with Ruby that was spectacular! Ruby is knowledgeable, friendly and funny. She took us around to local places (very little tourists) to sample the delicious cuisine. What fun! Don’t hesitate…book Ngoc Ruby now…you won’t regret it. Book Ngoc Ruby!

Anna

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

4 abril 2025

We were interested in seeing an area of Hanoi that doesn't typically attract tourists, and Ruby gave us a great tour of markets, alleys, and apartment buildings that we wouldn't have discovered on our own. Her tour gave us a better sense of how some Hanoi residents live. Ruby was very informative and friendly and we highly recommend her as a guide.Great Tour of Non-Touristy Area of Hanoi

Matthias 🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Trang Chu)

3 abril 2025

Trang Chu hat uns auf sehr beeindruckende Weise ihr Hanoi gezeigt. Sie ist ein fantastischer Guide!!! Vielen Dank für die exzellente Zeit.Exzellenter Guide in Hanoi

Bernd

(About local Trang Chu)

26 marzo 2025

We had a great halfday tour with Trang Chu. She is very competent and has a very nice and cheerful character.Excellent

Billie🇮🇪 Ireland

(About local Trang Chu)

20 marzo 2025

We really enjoyed the tour with Trang, she took us to places that were off the beaten track and we would not have found on our own. We had great conversation about life in Hanoi, Trang’s knowledge of history is great! Thank you! Such an intetesting tour!

Maarten

(About local Trang Chu)

16 marzo 2025

If you're looking for an unforgettable way to experience Hanoi, this Nghia Tan Adventure is absolutely the way to do it! Having explored many parts of the city, I can confidently say that this tour was one of the best highlights of my time in Hanoi, if not the best! Unlike the usual tourist routes, this tour takes you deep into the heart of local life. Nghia Tan is a hidden gem, completely untouched by mass tourism, offering a truly authentic slice of Hanoi. Walking through bustling markets, discovering charming hidden cafés, and engaging with friendly locals gave me an entirely new appreciation for the city. A huge part of what made this tour so special was Trang, my incredible guide. She was warm, knowledgeable, and truly passionate about sharing her love for Hanoi. She tailored the experience perfectly to my interests—especially food and cooking appliances! She made sure I had the chance to explore incredible street food spots, talk to local vendors about their cooking techniques, and even see some of the unique appliances used in Vietnamese kitchens. One of the absolute highlights was visiting Nghia Tan Market, where I got to experience Hanoi’s vibrant street life up close. The freshness of the produce, the aromas of sizzling street food, and the warmth of the vendors made it an immersive cultural experience. But what truly set this tour apart was the chance to visit an actual apartment in Hanoi. Trang arranged for us to step inside a real home, where I had the privilege of having great conversations with two elderly residents of the apartment building. Hearing their stories and learning about daily life in Hanoi from their perspective was an incredibly humbling and memorable experience. Moments like these—so personal and unscripted—are what make this tour truly special. If you want to see the REAL Hanoi, beyond the usual tourist stops, this tour is a must. It offers a deeper connection to the city, its people, and its culture in a way that standard tours simply can’t match. Trang made this experience truly unforgettable, and I can’t recommend her enough! 10/10 – A must-do in Hanoi! A Must-Do Experience - The Real Hanoi!

Spike

(About local Trang Chu)

5 marzo 2025

It was a pleasure spending time with Trang!! She showed me a local neighborhood in Hanoi, explaining the nuances of everyday local life - the markets, the temples, and pagodas. I left with a mind full of new and interesting knowledge. Would highly recommend!!A great afternoon in Hanoi

Melanie

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

5 marzo 2025

We really enjoyed our walk around Nghia Tan with Ruby. We enjoyed the local market and hearing and seeing how Vietnamese live and work. Ruby is a great host with an enthusiastic personality, and lots of stories to share. We asked a lot of questions and Ruby was happy to answer them. We learned so much more about Vietnamese life by taking this tour with Ruby. A highly recommended trip. If you do it, choose the lovely Ruby. Great insight into local life in Hanoi.

Erin🇺🇸 United States

(About local Trang Chu)

28 febrero 2025

Trang did a wonderful job On this tour showing us a side of Hanoi we would never have seen. This was our second walking tour with Trang and it was totally different than the first. She didn't rush us with our many questions and helped us shop the local markets. We got to view a local apartment and learn about daily life of the locals. A must-do tour!Highlight of Hanoi trip

Elizabeth

(About local Trang Chu)

1 febrero 2025

Trang was lovely and so easygoing to be with. With her we were able to see the real Hanoi and learn more about Vietnam than we would have otherwise. She was so easy to talk to and showed us the traditions in the temples and pagodas during Têt. Would highly recommend :) Thank you Trang! Wonderful experience :)

Kevin🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

21 enero 2025

We wanted to see and learn about a different neighborhood in Hanoi. We booked a tour with Ruby. Ruby was an excellent communicator and planned an amazing tour. We toured apartments,food markets and back alleys we would not have seen on our own. Ruby had great ideas but also asked us what our priorities were. Great guide, great tour. Loved Our Tour with Ruby!🇻🇳

Elizabeth

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

8 enero 2025

We had a gourmet treat tasting the Hanoi street food with Ruby. As we wandered the narrow streets Ruby taught lots about the Vietnamese cuisine - then we started the tastings. Fabulous food and a great variety - it was a privilege to share this experience with Ruby. Our only problem was there was so much to try - Ruby helped out! I finished off the tour with an amazingly rich Egg Hot Chocolate (an alternative to the famous Egg Coffee). Great time in the company of Ruby - we had already spent the morning together on another walking tour. We highly recommend Ruby for Hanoi walking tours. The 10 Tastings of Hanoi: Street Food

Chris🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Trang Chu)

29 diciembre 2024

I choose this tour because I wanted to see what life is like for ordinary people. I was not disappointed, Trang gave me a tour of the local area ,showing me how and where people live. She gave me a an insight into the thoughts and hopes of those people. If you wish to learn about thiis side of Hanoi she is a good choice.Away from the tourists

Dawn

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

10 diciembre 2024

Ruby was an amazing guide!!

Kelly🇬🇬 Guernsey

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

23 noviembre 2024

Ruby is kind and very organised. We had a wonderful day. She offered any support after the tour and was happy to arrange taxi etc. We visited lovely local places and Ruby was able to explain the local culture perfectly. You would see something different on every tour. Thanks Ruby xFriendly and kind

James🇬🇬 Guernsey

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

22 noviembre 2024

We met Ruby for our tour around ‘off the beaten track’ Hanoi and we couldn’t have chosen a better host. Ruby was full of enthusiasm and extremely knowledgeable whilst being very patient whilst I took photos. She took us to places that we would have never found or ventured into without Ruby’s expert guidance. We cannot recommend her enough and we feel like we now have a friend in Hanoi. A Perfect Host

Gabriela🇵🇱 Poland

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

7 noviembre 2024

It was a nice trip. Ruby showed us the area that is inhabited only by the locals: the market, a temple, some living areas and a nice coffee shop. She told us stories about the lives of hanoians and we certainly would not find this info anywhere else. Quite informative and very interesting. Nice trip to off-the-beaten-track places.

Josephine🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Trang Chu)

24 octubre 2024

We would recommend Trang. She is really kind, also in case of our delayed arrival at the meeting point. The whole time we felt safe and comfortable. Caused by her journalistic background she has a good knowledge above the surronding. Thanks and keep it up. Kind regards. Awesome, non touristic trip.

Britta🇭🇰 Hong Kong

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

15 octubre 2024

We had a great time with Ruby, who showed and explained us the local neighbourhoods. We would have never found those places without her and it was a unique experience to see the different ways of living. Ruby is a great guide, we had easy communication for the meeting and she has excellent local knowledge to show us fascinating places.Unique and fascinating places

Sandra🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

13 octubre 2024

Ken

(About local Trang Chu)

25 septiembre 2024

The morning with Trang was very nice. We went around our neighborhood by many places both familiar and unfamiliar, but with a different perspective, which taught us a lot about where we are staying. We appreciated her understanding of the area and of the history of Hanoi in general and in Truc Bach in particular. We will continue to explore Truc Bach and other parts of Hanoi, and Vietnam, but now with a different perspective. We would also love to see more of Hanoi with Trang and Withlocals.Our Day in Truc Bach

Simone🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Huong)

9 septiembre 2024

We have been in Vietnam during the devastation of the Typhoon. Anyone else would have cancelled the tour, but Huong knew how much I wanted this. We waited days until it was safe and it was absolutely outstanding!!! Huong was amazing. Her insight, knowledge and personality along with her relationship with the people gave us a truly memorable experience. Highly recommended. Thankyou. Tour was local, informative and genuine

Michael🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

2 agosto 2024

Ruby hat uns mit viel Charme und Wissen Einblicke in die vietnamesische Kultur gegeben und an Plätze geführt, die uns sonst verborgen geblieben wären. Ein tolles und sehr empfehlenswertes Erlebnis!Tolle Erfahrung

Natalie 🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

25 abril 2024

We did the walking tour in Hanoi with Ngoc Ruby. She took us to the local marketplace. Which was very interesting and we walked around in the neighborhood seeing the life through the eyes of a local. A quick coffee stop in a cozy open air coffee place. And she showed us a typical appartement building. She guided the tour relaxed and with humour. Great fun 🤩 The best experience

shmfyzmbcb

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

21 abril 2024

Ruby is warm, welcoming and insightful. With some thoughtful questions over lunch and without me even noticing, she managed to structure a tour that took me to exactly the type of places I wanted to see…..markets, back alleys and hidden coffee shops with real character. I got a real sense of exploring the local area rather than the top tourist spots. Throughout our time together Ruby was great to chat with. A kind and open hearted person, I would recommend Ruby without hesitation! Thank you Ruby!Excellent Local Tour!

Collene🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

17 abril 2024

Ruby’s fluent in English, knowledgeable, reliable, and a joy to spend time with! We will look for her again on future trips to Hanoi! Thank you again, Ruby! You are amazing! Ruby was fantastic!

Aaron🇺🇸 United States

(About local Trang Chu)

6 abril 2024

We had a wonderful afternoon with Trang. We met her outside of the typical tourist areas and got see a great example of daily life in Hanoi. Whether it was the neighborhood market, a stroll in the park, a hang in the local cafe or a visit to a small pagoda and cemetery, Trang was great sharing the day in the life of a native Hanoian. She is very down to earth and made our time together very enjoyable. Getting local in Hanoi

Anne🇩🇰 Denmark

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

31 marzo 2024

Super god tur hvor vi så en masse spændene ting. Turen blev perfekt tilpasset vores familie og vi fik set en masse som vi aldrig selv kunne have fundet. Mine aller største anbefalinger. Fantastisk autentisk tur

Irma🇭🇷 Croatia

(About local Trang Chu)

31 marzo 2024

We had so much fun with Trang. She's friendly, kind, interesting to talk to, and knows Hanoi in a soul. I'm so glad we booked this experience because not only I've learned facts about the city but also received a deep insight into the way locals live, their traditions, customs, and much more. I absolutely recommend a local walk with Trang for anyone who wants to feel Hanoi off the beaten path. 5-star experience! The best way to explore Hanoi

nfrehling🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

20 marzo 2024

We really enjoyed the neighborhood. It was very local with no other tourists around. A glimpse of the real Hanoi. Interesting morning with a terrific guide

Magdalena🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

23 febrero 2024

Ruby is such a great, funny and warm Person. Enjoyed the Tour so much. Got to See the real Hanoi! Tour with Ruby was amazing!

Mark🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

20 febrero 2024

Ngọc Ruby was very knowledgeable on the two tours we took with her. Her English was excellent. She was very accommodating as she worked around our flight issues and the schedule we had with the larger tour that we were on.Very personable and accomodating.

Tarika🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Trang Chu)

6 febrero 2024

It was so well planed, we got to see the market, the street food and did lots of food stop and she made sure to check if it was safe to eat. We also stop unexpectedly to a restaurant and had a quick lunch and it was delicious. This was not in our planning but as my mother in law was getting tired and need a sit down food, Trang went out and beyond her way to be the best tour guide. she also waited until we got home safe 💕 this your is a must very personal and so wholesomeHonour to visit the background of Hanoi

Corianton🇺🇸 United States

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

2 febrero 2024

We had a spectacular experience with Ruby, she was charming, funny, easygoing, and very flexible. She adapted our adventure to the interests we expressed, and facilitated some really meaningful and genuine interactions with the locals, who were all quite charming and happy to meet us. This tour is a slice of local life that you don't see as a tourist, and it was special to meet everyday folks doing everyday stuff, from the cheerful kids in the playground to the generous men in the cafe who shared their shots of rice wine with me. Absolutely magical, highly recommended, book it now.Ruby is a gem!

Grace 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

21 enero 2024

Ngoc Ruby took us on the Nghian Tan Tour in the morning - a walk around Hanoi off the beaten track - so away from all the touristy spots and into an area where we could immerse ourselves into what life is like for a local. We went down streets that we would never have gone down, or even found, if we had been on our own. We saw local street markets and gained an intimate insight into Vietnamese life. Ruby speaks very good English, is a lovely person to spend time with and we would highly recommend Ruby if you are looking for a guide. We had a wonderful experience. Thank you Ruby!Fascinating off the beaten track tour

Richard

(About local Trang Chu)

21 enero 2024

I had an excellent walking tour with Trang where she showed how the locals live in Hanoi. Very different perspective of the highly touristed Old and French Quarter. We walked around for about 2 hours and visited the local market and even went into an apartment building to get a glimpse of how locals live. Very enjoyable and informative. Highly recommend Trang and this tour. Great way to see local life

Gail🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Huong)

10 enero 2024

We really enjoyed this tour. Huong walked us around her local neighbourhood, sharing history and culture as we strolled. The area is unique and quite different from more touristed parts of the city. Huong is a great host - relaxed, friendly and knowledgeable. If you like to walk, chat and learn, you will love this tour. Thank you Huong for showing us a small slice of your life. A Great Insight into a Unique Area

JACQUI🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

2 enero 2024

Our family arrived in Hanoi and were overwhelmed by this bustling city. Fortunately we booked a tour with our amazing guide, Ruby. Ruby's deep knowledge of the city and the locals is very apparent. Together we explored the truly hidden areas of Hanoi and got a great introduction to the lives of the people of this wonderful city. Ruby will show you places that very few other tours will. She knows the very best markets to visit and enjoy tasting local delicacies. If you enjoy coffee, you are in for a real treat as Ruby holds the secrets to some of the very best coffee shops in Hanoi, (Hint: they're not in the tourist areas 😉) Ruby is great fun too. She is a very happy person to spend time with. She is very comfortable with young travellers and goes out of her way to include them as much as possible. If our family gets the chance to come back to Hanoi we will definitely book with Ruby again. And you should too. - Jacqui An outstanding tour. 10/10

Sarah

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

26 diciembre 2023

We absolutely loved our “Off the beaten track” walking tour of Hanoi with Ruby. We explored the open air markets, back alleys and cultural sites in a part of Hanoi we would never have seen by ourselves, and got to see more of the city up close and personal away from the busy Old Quarter. Ruby was an excellent guide and an instant friend, with lots of insightful and funny stories to share about the area. We strongly recommend this walking tour and Ruby as a guide for everyone!A great morning walk with Ruby

Russell🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Huong)

13 noviembre 2023

I would highly recommend that anyone coming to Hanoi should consider a walking tour of Nghia Tan with Huong. Huong is the perfect person to guide you through a district that is indicative of how the majority of people in Hanoi live. She is very passionate about telling the story of the ongoing redevelopment of Nghia Tan and takes you on a journey from a teahouse of the past to the wet/dry market that caters for the needs of the locals. A stop at a very beautiful pagoda and views of the "tiger cages" used to extend apartment space were some of the other highlights. Huong is obviously a very community minded person and so knowledgeable about the area. It was certainly a privilege to meet her. And, after the tour, you can walk a few more steps and visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology. It makes for a perfect day. A Wonderful Experience

Catarina

(About local Trang Chu)

4 septiembre 2023

We had a wonderful afternoon with Trang. She brought us to places we would never be able to find on our own and her explanations of the local culture and context were incredibly interesting and insightful. Definitely recommend! Great tour!

Dennis🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

18 abril 2023

Ruby is a great host! Not only she lets the customer in charge about what to see but she also knows just about everything about Vietnam and Hanoi in particular. We loved the tour and would recommend Ruby to everybody. Great experience!

Lee🇰🇷 Korea, Republic of

(About local Ngoc Ruby)

20 marzo 2023