Ready to taste the best food in Hanoi? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Hanoi.
Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Hanoi. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore Nghia Tan where you’ll experience a different Hanoi, like a local with a local by your side!
Take a break and relax while fishing at a truly local spot! Join me as you escape from the city to chill by the lake where the locals go fishing. Drinks, local food, good vibes and tons of laughs are all part of this incredible experience!
Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Hanoi to explore Halong Bay with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!
Live like a local in Hanoi for 48 hours! Whether you’re a coffee lover, shopaholic, or history buff; finding fun things to do in Hanoi for 2 days is easy. Looking for exactly what to do in Hanoi for 2 days? Look no further! Day 1: Wander through the Old Quarter The buzzing Old Quarter is situated in the heart of Hanoi, and the city’s residents have been flocking here for more than a thousand years to shop for local goods. It’s also become one of the most popular areas for tourists to visit. Whether you want to people watch, explore local bars, or find the best Vietnamese souvenirs, silks, and textiles, spend some time wandering through the streets of the Old Quarter. Day: 1: Sample the street food You’re never far from a street food vendor in Hanoi! With the incredibly low prices and delicious authentic fare, it would be a shame not to indulge in as much street food as you can! Do it like a local and sit on the low roadside stools as you munch away on delicacies such as bun cha and banh mi. Day 2: Discover more about Vietnamese history Vietnam is a country with a rich historical heritage. Find out a little more about the American War as well as the Chinese and French occupation by visiting one (or a few!) of the city’s many excellent museums. Highlights include the Ho Chi Minh Museum, the Vietnamese Women’s Museum and the Hoa Lo Prison Memorial. Day 2: Stroll around Hoan Kiem lake One of the most tranquil spots in the city, Hoan Kiem lake is loved by locals and tourists alike. It’s magical whether you visit early in the morning or late in the evening. A simple wander around the lake will give you a good flavor of local Hanoi living. The Municipal Water Puppet Theatre is also worth checking out if you have time!
What other travelers love about our local experts
Michael & Imke
About local
27 February 2025
Fantastic food tour with a lot of fun
We had a lot of fun during our tour with Lien. She contacted us a few days before we actually met and changed the tour a bit to match our requirements. The chosen locations and dishes exactly matched, what we had expected from a street food tour.
The dishes were very tasty and for sure we did not return hungry to our hotel. As well her recommendation for an egg-coffee cafe, which she had left out intentionally because of the time of the day, turned out to be a perfect choice. In addition with all the explanations she gave us during the tour, we got a perfect impression about Hanoi's street food.
The 10 Tastings of Hanoi: Street Food
James
About local
25 February 2025
Great truely local experience
This trip is great if you want to step outside of Hanoi and experience the culture and food of a more rural Vietnam. The farms and market were very interesting to see, Manh was kind, and an amazing chef!
Farm tour & Cooking in Hanoi with local family
Vanessa
About local
21 February 2025
5*
Jessica and her husband were incredible. The food was amazing and we learned a lot about not only food but the culture and ways in Hanoi. We truly enjoyed this tour :)
The 10 Tastings of Hanoi: Street Food
Alex
About local
20 February 2025
Ruby is wonderful!
Ruby was a fabulous guide for our family of six (2 adults, 1 teen and 3 young adults). We chose a private evening walking food tour and saw many sights, heard background stories and tasted an amazing array of Hanoi food. We said our goodbyes to Ruby with very full bellies before finishing our night with a visit to Train Street. Thanks so much Ruby!
