Hue Food Walking Tour: Eat Like a Local with 8 Authentic Dishes

4.8
(40 reviews)

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

*Sample 8+ iconic Hue dishes in hidden local eateries

*Walk through vibrant neighborhoods and the ancient Citadel

*Cross the Perfume River and discover riverside street food

*Meet third-generation cooks and learn their family food stories

*Choose your style: walk, cyclo, or scooter (all options available)

*End with a traditional Hue dessert at a beloved local spot

What's Included

there are 8 types of dishes on this tour
Guiding fee
Personal expenses and tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Guide will wait for you at 15 Lê Lợi str,. It is Hue Traditional Crafts space!

End point

Depending on the option you choose, the ending address is different. This address is applied for group tour

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Start your food adventure by meeting your guide at the designated meeting point. Your journey begins at a beloved three-generation family-run eatery, where you’ll sample authentic Hue street food favorites: Banh Canh Nam Pho (tapioca noodle soup) Banh Nam (steamed rice flour cake) Banh Beo (mini steamed rice cakes) Banh Ram It (crispy sticky rice dumpling)

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Hue

    Cross the iconic Perfume River with your guide and discover a well-known street food vendor who has served locals for over 35 years. Here, you’ll taste Hue’s unique specialty—Bun Hen (spicy baby clam noodle)—freshly prepared and loved by generations of Hue residents. Enjoy the lively riverside atmosphere and experience true local flavors at one of Hue’s most famous hidden food gems.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Hue

    Continue your walk into Hue’s historic Citadel and visit a famous local eatery known for serving the city’s iconic Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef noodle soup). Meet the chef behind this beloved dish and discover why Bun Bo Hue is a must-try street food for every visitor. Experience authentic flavors and the vibrant atmosphere of daily life inside the Citadel.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Follow your guide to another renowned three-generation family eatery, where you’ll watch local chefs prepare two of Hue’s most popular dishes: Banh Khoai (crispy savory pancake) and Nem Lui (grilled lemongrass pork skewers). Learn the secrets behind these specialties and enjoy them just like the locals do—fresh, flavorful, and full of tradition.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Finish your Hue street food adventure with a traditional sweet treat—Che Hue. Savor this classic local dessert at a popular spot, and end your culinary journey on a refreshing note. Your tour concludes here.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 8 Iconic Dishes: Taste the must-try foods that define Hue, at handpicked local spots.
  • Cultural Immersion: Visit both hidden alleys and famous eateries, guided by a true local foodie.
  • Authenticity: Dine where generations of Hue people eat—not tourist traps.
Supplied by Vietnam Legacy Tours

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Half-day Tours
Walking Tours
Motorcycle Tours
Pedicab Tours
Street Food Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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