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!
Spend a fun day at Hanoi's west lake where you and your family will enjoy local activities, a visit to a pagoda and a cool ride in a pedalo boat. The kids will also love the sweet treat at the end: the most delicious ice cream in the area! This is the perfect family day you'll have in Hanoi!
Enjoy this half day experience wich includes a visit to a local market & a cooking class together with me. Let's visit my local village & take a look
at Vietnamese farmers while they are working. Are you ready for a hands-on experience?
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!
Get ready to explore outside of Hanoi on an adventure filled day at Trang An and the Mua caves. Hike, bike & go on a boat trip to discover beautiful sights on this off the beaten track experience, together with a local!
The best local things to do in Hanoi for 3 days! The amazing White Horse Temple and Dong Xuan Market, and Thai Nguyen tea plantations and Mua caves; you’ll be able to explore all the highlights of Hanoi in 72 hours. Use the list below to find exactly what to do in Hanoi for 3 days. Day 1: Highlights, food & drink An all-around introduction! Hanoi is an amazing city filled with vibrant Vietnamese culture and history. Admire White Horse Temple and stroll around the French Quarter with its magnificent Opera House and French colonial villas. Explore the cool streets of cool streets such as Toy Street and Ta Hien. Getting hungry? Follow your nose to Ta Hien Street, famous for its delicious street food. Try tasty Banh Cuon and cool off with refreshing sugar cane juice with kumquat. Visit Dong Xuan Market and sample Hanoi’s best Banh Mi. You can even try delicious local craft beer! Day 2: Arts & crafts Time to explore your artistic side! Now you’ve seen Hanoi’s amazing highlights, it’s time to have fun making local arts and crafts. Visit a unique ceramic center, the village of Bat Trang on the banks of the Red River. Visit local workshops and from teapots to dishes, learn how different ceramic objects are made. You can even learn to make your own! Or take a pottery class and learn how to make traditional gypsum statues. Crafts for the kids? How about visiting a traditional mask-makers house and learning to make authentic raw paper masks? There’s something for everyone with fun arts and crafts in Hanoi! Day 3: Tea plantations & caves Time to relax! Get out of the city and explore some of Hanoi’s extraordinary landscapes. A visit to the tea growing province of Thai Nguyen is a memorable way to start the last of your 72 hours in Hanoi! Learn how tea is made and join the local farmers in picking tea-leaves and grinding tea. Ready for adventure? Head for the awe-inspiring UNESCO world heritage site of Trang An! Rent bicycles to explore the area of Tam Coc or hike up 500 steps to the top of the mountain of Mua caves. You can even take a boat trip to visit the extraordinary cave complex!
What other travelers love about our local experts
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
Piet
About local
19 February 2025
Perfect
It was a very nice tour, very relaxed, no stress. We got a good idea how people live in Vietnam and were very glad to be invited in her house, where we had lunch.
Thanks again.
Farm tour & Cooking in Hanoi with local family
Abbie
About local
Lovely afternoon activity
We spent a beautiful afternoon wandering the peaceful farms and then helping prepare and cook food in Mandy’s lovely home. The food was delicious. This was a great activity with kids aged 4 & 12
Farm tour & Cooking in Hanoi with local family
Mia
About local
A beautiful taste of the village life
We loved getting away from the big city and having a private tour with Manh who was very calm, friendly and taught us a lot. It was amazing to be welcomed into her home and learn to cook some traditional Vietnamese dishes. Would definitely do if you’re in Hanoi, and bring any gardening questions you might have!
