Hanoi Highlights and Hidden Gems Walking Tour

5.0
(7 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Join our small-group walking tour for a unique opportunity to explore the hidden gems and rich history of Hanoi. This isn’t just a typical tourist experience—it's a deep dive into the heart of the city. As we wander through the Old Quarter, you’ll visit traditional temples, charming alleyways, and discover special places that hold significant meaning for the locals. Along the way, our knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories, revealing Hanoi’s past and its vibrant present.

This walking tour provides the perfect mix of culture, history, and local lifestyle. You’ll not only see the beauty of Hanoi’s architecture and streets, but you’ll also immerse yourself in the daily life of the locals, experiencing the authentic energy of the city. It’s an unforgettable journey that allows you to truly connect with the soul of Hanoi. Get ready for an experience that will stay with you long after you’ve left!

What's Included

Guided walking tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet our awesome walking tour guides in front of the war statue on the left hand side of the Old French market.

End point

Our awesome walking tour will end where the famous August Uprising began in 1945.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Dong Xuan Market

    This is our starting point for our awesome walking tour. We will introduce the group to some of the amazing history of Hanoi and where the battle of Hanoi took place.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Check out this amazing art wall that is a gift for the friendship from the Korean Government. Great photos here and into cultural site with each art wall.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Duờng Tau

    Here we take a small break to take in this super famous site in Hanoi. Where you can see the local train pass by some local houses. Get the most amazing photos and video from the old train tracks.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Here we see the most well preserved French Indochina building in the old quarter.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    St. Joseph's Cathedral

    Hear the stories of this amazing church come alive. This is the largest Roman catholic church in Hanoi. Hear how this church was shut down for more then 20 years during the Vietnam war.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Hoan Kiem Walking Street

    Hear the amazing story about the amazing sward lake.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Get up close to the statue of the 3rd King of Vietnam that moved the capital to now what is know as Hanoi.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    One of the most legendary guests of Hanoi’s Sofitel Metropole Hotel is Joan Baez, an American folk singer and activist. She was a guest of the hotel over Christmas in 1972 when the Americans began their ruthless 11-day bombing campaign under the name Operation Linebacker II. Baez and other guests were crammed into small, sweltering bomb shelters underneath the back courtyard where they remained throughout the duration of the raid. While the guests waited in fear, Baez played guitar and sang to keep their terror at bay. It was here that Baez partially recorded Where Are You Now, My Son.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Hanoi Opera House

    End this amazing walking tour where the August uprising was held back in the summer of 1945.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by A Taste of Hanoi

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Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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