The 15 Best Hanoi Old Quarter Tours

1.[HOT] Hanoi Old Quarter Walking Street Food – Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,163 reviews · from $14Our pick

Spend about three hours walking Hanoi’s Old Quarter with an English-speaking guide, sampling dishes such as bún chả, dry phở, bánh mì, sticky rice ice cream, and egg coffee. Choose an option that may add an egg coffee class or a Train Street stop. Guides including Ethan, Sarah, and April have led tours, though your guide will vary.

“Our your tour guide Huy is super nice and knowledgeable. He shared with us not only the food culture but other culture in Vietnam. Really enjoyed our tour today.”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Private transfer between Hanoi Airport (HAN) and Hanoi Old Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 850 reviews

This private transfer connects Noi Bai International Airport with your Hanoi hotel, including hotels in the Old Quarter. Expect an air-conditioned car, a driver meeting you with a sign, and an approximate 45-minute ride. The service runs in either direction. Drivers named Vu and Mr Duy Hoan have been praised for helpful, careful service, but a specific driver is not guaranteed.

“The transfer was flawless. On time, easy to find meeting point. Clean and very comfortable new car was provided”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Hanoi Food Tours in Hanoi Old Quarter (Small Group/Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 657 reviews · from $28

Walk Hanoi’s Old Quarter with an English-speaking local guide, sampling up to 10 dishes such as bun cha, pho, banh goi, and banh xeo at sidewalk stalls and tucked-away eateries. The three-hour tour includes bottled water, coffee or tea, and one beer or soft drink. Pickup is offered in the Old Quarter, with a central meeting point for other addresses.

“Great food tour in the old city, with a knowledgeable guide and many tasty options to try. Cherry was a wonderful host and guide and answered all our questions and even taught us a little Vietnamese!”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour with Student Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 590 reviews

Walk Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a local student guide, with pickup and drop-off at hotels in the Old Quarter. The planned route takes in Hoan Kiem Lake, the Ancient House, Kim Ngan Temple, and Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. Guides such as Mia, Louisa, Nam, and David have led tours, and the private format allows room to discuss your interests.

“Mark, our tour guide in Hanoi, was exceptional. Polite and knowledgeable, he made our experience unforgettable. His insights at Hanoi Prison were enlightening, bringing history to life. At Huan Kiem Lake, he shared fascinating stories and legends, adding depth to our visit. Mark's expertise and friendly manner made the tour enjoyable, leaving us with cherished memories. Highly recommended for an enriching and delightful experience.”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Hanoi Old Quarter Walking Street Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 423 reviews · from $27

Join an English-speaking guide for a three- to four-hour walk through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, with about eight food tastings, water, beer, and a final cup of egg coffee at Cafe Giảng. Pickup is offered from Old Quarter addresses. Guides vary, with past tours led by people including Cherry, Huy, and Chung.

“Our guide Huy led us through the little streets to discover small local places where we tried freshly cooked dishes which were all outstandingly good. We strongly recommend him as a guide as he is very knowledgeable and speaks perfect English.”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Hanoi old quarter sightseeing & street food eating by Motorcycle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · from $55

Spend about three hours exploring Hanoi’s Old Quarter by motorbike with an English-speaking local guide. Stop at six to eight street food spots for around ten food and drink tastings, which may include bun cha, banh mi, egg coffee and rice wine. The small-group tour starts and ends at 78a Đ. Trần Nhật Duật.

“The best way to experience the food and traffic of Hanoi. Emilia was superb she took us to places we would not have gone to and try foods that we might otherwise never try. Most recommended.”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.Private Street Food Tour – Walking Hanoi Old Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 294 reviews · from $33

Spend about three hours walking Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a private English-speaking guide. You may sample up to seven Vietnamese specialties, including bun cha or pho, Vietnamese bread, and egg coffee. Guides such as Paul, Zoey, and Alex have tailored tastings to guests’ preferences and shared food stories along the way. Pickup and drop-off are offered in the Old Quarter.

“With our amazing guide Evie, we had a tasting of local dishes in some really nice street food restaurants. Bun Cha and Egg Coffee were 10/10 🥰🙏🏼 The guide was super friendly and we really enjoyed it - highly recommended!”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.Bat trang Pottery Class in Hanoi Old Quarter/Handmade experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 247 reviews · from $38

At 115 Hang Gai in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, an artisan from Bat Trang teaches a three-hour, hands-on pottery class for ages five and up. You’ll try the electric wheel, make several pieces, and choose a session at 8:30 a.m. or 2 p.m. Han, Hang, Vu, and Seany have taught past classes, but your instructor may vary. Allow two to three days for firing and glazing.

“Very well taught by a patient, kind expert who has been making pottery since he was a child. Small group; gave lots of help when needed.”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Bat trang Pottery Ceramics Class in Hanoi’s Old Quarter | VN

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 240 reviews · 3 hours · from $33

At 115 Hang Gai in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, you’ll spend three hours learning to shape clay on an electric pottery wheel with an English- or Vietnamese-speaking instructor. Make as many pieces as time allows, then choose one to glaze and fire at no extra charge. You’ll need to plan ahead to collect it after firing.

“The pottery class was a lot of fun! The instructors were super helpful and we created some nice bowls and vases of which we could chose one to take home. For a few € extra, you can take even more pieces home.”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.Old Quarter Market Tour and Cooking Class with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 192 reviews · from $42

Meet your host at Hoang’s red-paneled restaurant, visit a nearby wet market for ingredients and snacks, then cook Vietnamese dishes with a chef. Daisy, Laura, Kitty and other hosts lead sessions, with English and Vietnamese instruction. Choose a morning or afternoon class, and ask about a private session if you want to customize the menu.

“Cooking class with Daisy today, started with the market tour to get the ingredients and it was good to get information about the local markets. Chef T and Daisy took the cooking class which ended up being 1:1 which was even better ! Really informative and 3 different dishes made, lovely restaurant to eat in afterwards and I recommend the Pina Coladas (not included…. But worth getting! 🍸🥳). Definitely an essential for any foodie or someone who enjoys cooking.”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.Old Quarter Trishaw Cyclo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 181 reviews · 30 - 45 minutes · from $8Best value

A Vietnamese driver pedals your cyclo through Hanoi’s Old Quarter, past Hoan Kiem Lake, Dong Xuan Market, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, and the Opera House. You sit in front with a clear view for photos. Expect a relaxed ride, not a detailed commentary tour. Hotel pickup in the Old Quarter may be available, and two people can share a cyclo if arranged ahead.

“Thai was a really fun thing to do as it was a leisurely trip around and being at night and it more enjoyable.”

Check availability →Read our full review

12.Hanoi Old Quarter Street Food Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 178 reviews · from $45

Start at 5:30 pm with a guide who picks you up at your Old Quarter hotel, then walk to local food stalls and family-run eateries for about ten changing tastings. Dishes may include noodle soups, grilled pork, sticky rice, snails, donuts, steamed pancakes, or a Vietnamese sandwich. The group is capped at eight, and the walk ends near Hoan Kiem Lake.

“Great introduction to a variety of Vietnamese food! We had a fast paced tour in old quarter of popular food.”

Check availability →Read our full review

13.Old Quarter Street Food Tour with 12+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 133 reviews · 210 minutes - 4 hours · from $26

Walk Hanoi’s Old Quarter with an English-speaking local guide, sampling dishes such as mixed chicken pho, beef pho rolls, fried spring rolls and egg coffee. The three-and-a-half-hour food walk can be paired with a 30-minute Train Street visit, including a seat and drink. Guides such as Rose, Lee and Liam share food stories and practical tips as you go.

“Calling out all the real foodies- We stumbled across this tour on TripIt and wow… I honestly cannot explain how good the food was. Eight local spots, each one totally different and absolute hidden local gems. Sitting on tiny chairs by the roadside made me feel like a local straight away. You will try some of the most delicious foods you would never even know about unless you book this tour. If you want to learn how to eat like a real Vietnamese and you are true foodies like my boyfriend and I, this experience is a must. Come hungry because your mouth will be watering for hours and you…”

Check availability →Read our full review

14.Old Quarter Hanoi Street Foods and Heritage Road Tour by Walking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 117 reviews · from $39

Spend about three hours walking Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a guide, sampling 6 to 7 street foods plus a drink, beer, and egg coffee. The route includes O Quan Chuong Gate, Dong Xuan Market, Long Bien Bridge, Phung Hung Mural Street, and Train Street. Guide Elena is praised for being friendly and attentive to food choices.

“We were a small group. The place was tricky to find but we eventually found it. We started with Happy Water which I believe was necessary for the food ahead. Though extremely tasty you had to be aware that the hygiene standards are nRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

15.Old Quarter Food Tour in Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · from $49

Spend about three and a half hours walking Hanoi’s Old Quarter with an English-speaking local guide and no more than 11 other people. Visit family-run restaurants, sample dishes such as bánh cuốn and chả cá, browse a wet market, and finish with a cocktail at a speakeasy. Guides have included Albert, Sophia, Vy, and Phoebe.

“Sophia is awesome. She was very knowledgeable about each dish. Everything we had tasted great. We did five different stops. There were a couple of places we would have just walked by if we were in our own. It was nice to have the insider knowledge that Sophia possessed.”

Check availability →Read our full review