Hanoi
Centuries of soul, tree-lined boulevards, and legendary cuisine
About Hanoi
Vietnam’s thousand-year-old capital retains its enchanting French Quarter, 36 old guild streets, tranquil lakes, and the world’s most refined coffee and noodle culture.
Best time to visit: September to November (Autumn) & March to April (Spring)
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Local Insider Rules
What Locals Know
- Egg coffee (Cà phê trứng) at Cafe Giảng is non-negotiable.
- Wake up at 6:00 AM to see Hoan Kiem Lake filled with Tai Chi practitioners.
- The Old Quarter is pedestrian-only on Friday through Sunday nights.
- Bring light layers from December to February as northern winter can feel damp.
Curated Experiences in Hanoi
Handpicked, human-reviewed tours with verified GetYourGuide booking links.
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
5.0(1,123)
1–2 hours
Hanoi: Master the Art of 4-6 Signature Vietnamese Coffees
Free cancellation
From~$20 USD
Culture & Heritage
Hanoi
5.0(164)
4 hours
Hanoi Private Photoshoot – Iconic Spots & Hidden Gems
Free cancellation
From~$20 USD
Culture & Heritage
Hanoi
4.9(683)
2–4.5 hours
Hanoi Military Jeep Tour – Most Popular Experience
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$28 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
5.0(23)
3.5 hours
Hanoi: Old Quarter & French Quarter Walking Food Tour
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$20 USD
Culture & Heritage
Hanoi
4.9(35)
4.5 hours
Hanoi: Vietnam Military History Museum & Landmarks Tour
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$39 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
5.0(9)
3 hours
Hanoi: Hidden Eats & Full Meal Street Food Tour in the Old Quarter
Free cancellation
Pickup available
Live tour guide
From~$21 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
5.0(3)
4 hours
Hanoi: Evening Street Food Tour with Local Guide
Free cancellation
Pickup available
Live tour guide
From~$29 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.9(7,939)
3.5–4 hours
Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit
Free cancellation
Pickup available
Live tour guide
From~$18 USD
Culture & Heritage
Hanoi
4.8(30)
3 hours
Hanoi: The Hidden Old Quarter Experience
Free cancellation
Live tour guide
From~$32 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.9(3,071)
3 hours
Hanoi: Guided Street Food Tour with Train Street Experience
Free cancellation
Pickup available
Live tour guide
From~$16 USD
Culture & Heritage
Hanoi
4.6(67)
2 days
From Hanoi: 2-Day Ban Gioc Waterfall Tour - Small Group
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$183 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.9(1,091)
3.5–4 hours
Hanoi: Eat Like a Local Small Group Street Food Tour
Free cancellation
Pickup available
Live tour guide
From~$25 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.9(965)
3.5 hours
Hanoi: Cooking Class for 5 Local Dishes with Meal & Market Visit
Free cancellation
From~$42 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.9(799)
3–4 hours
Hanoi: 7 Tastings Street Food Tour with Train Street
Free cancellation
Pickup available
Live tour guide
From~$28 USD
Culture & Heritage
Hanoi
4.7(336)
12 hours
From Hanoi: Full-Day Perfume Pagoda Group Tour with Lunch
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$53 USD
Culture & Heritage
Hanoi
4.6(1,577)
5 hours
Hanoi: Incense Village, Hat, and Lacquer Artisanal Tour
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$16 USD
Culture & Heritage
Hanoi
4.6(1,121)
5 hours
Hanoi: Incense, Hat and Lacquer Craft Villages with Options
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$16 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.9(319)
3 hours
Hanoi: Vietnamese Street Food Tour with Egg Coffee
Free cancellation
Pickup available
Live tour guide
From~$24 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.9(301)
3.5 hours
Hanoi: Old Quarter Market Tour and Cooking Class with Meal
Free cancellation
From~$41 USD
Culture & Heritage
Hanoi
4.3(105)
4 hours
Hanoi: Private Half-day City Highlights and Hidden Gems Tour
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$26 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.9(54)
4.5 hours
Hanoi Food Adventure: Vietnamese Market Tour & Cooking Class
Free cancellation
Pickup available
From~$36 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.9(25)
2–3 hours
Hanoi Guided Michelin Gastronomy Food Tour with 3–5 Stops
Free cancellation
Pickup available
Live tour guide
From~$24 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.9(17)
3 hours
Hanoi Street Food Tour
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$28 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.8(1,633)
2.5–3.5 hours
Hanoi: Michelin Guide Street Food Walking Tour
Free cancellation
Pickup available
Live tour guide
From~$21 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.8(67)
2.5 hours
Hanoi Street Food: 13+ Tastings & Train Street
Free cancellation
Pickup available
Live tour guide
From~$26 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.8(18)
3 hours
Hanoi: Vegan Local Street Food & Train Street
Free cancellation
Live tour guide
From~$25 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
4.7(74)
3 hours
Hanoi: Private Street Food Walking Tour w/ a Real Foodie
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$28 USD
Food & Culinary
Hanoi
3.6(126)
1 day
Hanoi: Vietnamese Meal at Tam Vị 1-Star Michelin Restaurant
Free cancellation
From~$33 USD
Nature & Landscape
Hanoi
4.9(61)
4 days
Ha Giang Loop 4D3N Easy Rider Jasmine Tour
Free cancellation
Pickup included
Live tour guide
From~$290 USD
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