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!
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!
Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Hanoi to explore Hoa Lu Tam Coc 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!
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!
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
Simon
About local
29 July 2025
Passionate and knowledgable Guide!
My wife and i recently did Anne's food tour and had a fantastic time! Anne was knowledgable and brought us to some great spots that we would never have found otherwise. She is very passionate about her tours and gave us some great insight and things to be aware of while touring Hanoi. Would highly recommend!
The 10 Tastings of Hanoi: Street Food
Preba
About local
26 July 2025
🥳🌟🌟 Hanoi Street Food Tour – A Must-Do!
I did the 10-tasting street food tour in Hanoi with @Withlocals and my amazing guide Loan 🌟. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and super patient, guiding us through hidden gems I would never find on our own 🏮🥢.
The food? Absolutely delicious 😋 – and we I was so impressed by how clean and hygienic everything was! 🧼🍜 Loan also made sure every stop had gluten-free and vegan options 🌱💚 which made the experience even more special.
If you’re in Hanoi and love food, this tour is an absolute must! ✅🇻🇳🍲
The 10 Tastings of Hanoi: Street Food
Catalin
About local
20 July 2025
Best tour guide in all of Vietnam
Ruby is simply amazing! She knows Hanoi in and out, she is very friendly, perfect english skills, very good energy! But what i liked most was her kindness, she always pays attention to your needs, she explains everything you need to know in order to better understand Vietnam's Capital city. Totally recommended, 10/10 :) Thank you so much, Ruby! Keep up the good work.
Off the Beaten Track in Hanoi: Nghia Tan Tour
Bill
About local
18 July 2025
Excellent Travel Guide
Ruby was my guide during a 12 hour excursion to Halong Bay from Hanoi. The time flew by and the trip was memorable, in large part due to Ruby.
Her breadth of knowledge of all things Vietnam, rolled in with her impressive language skills and her own international travel provide lots of local insights, interesting conversations and fun along the way.
In the event you're considering hiring a "local" ss a guide, you don't need to look any further than Ngoc Ruby!
