Ho Chi Minh City Street Food & Hidden Alleys on Scooter w/ Locals

5.0
(183 reviews)
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

3 hours 45 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Most tours only focus on food or sightseeing. This experience gives you both:
✔ 7–12 tastings
✔ hidden markets
✔ Chinatown alleys
✔ Old French-era neighborhoods
✔ panoramic scooter ride around the city
A perfect mix of culture, flavors, and adventure.

What's Included

Scooter Accident Insurance (up to 5000$)
All dishes mentioned
Lunch
No extra fee for group or private tour
Dinner
Personal English speaking guide
Free Pickup and Dropoff at your center hotels
Coffee and/or Tea
Personal expenses
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your personal English-speaking tour guide will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby to greet you. We will provide you with a quick briefing on how to ride safely and what you need to do while seated behind us on the motorbikes. Hold on tight, and let's begin an exciting adventure! NOTE: FREE PICKUP AT CENTRAL DISTRICT 1,3,5,10

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 45 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater)

    Hotel Pickup Your English-speaking guide will meet you in the hotel lobby, give a short safety briefing, and help you get comfortable on the scooter.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Phố Tau Sai Gon (Chợ Lớn Quận 5)

    Ride through the energetic traffic flow and enter Saigon’s biggest cultural enclave. Explore hidden alleys, local markets, and taste your first street food dishes while learning about Chinese–Vietnamese heritage.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Ho Thi Ky Flower Market

    Walk through Saigon’s most colorful local market, famous for Cambodian street food stalls, flower shops, and lively nighttime atmosphere. Enjoy 1–2 tastings here (depends on option 7–9–12 tastings)

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment Buildings

    Discover a 1960s local living block, climb up for unique views, see daily life, and try classic Vietnamese snacks served by long-time family vendors.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Taste authentic street-food dishes prepared by third-generation local chefs. Your guide will explain the stories behind each recipe and share cultural insights.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Chinatown, known as Cho Lon, is a vibrant and culturally rich neighborhood in Ho Chi Minh City. Steeped in history and tradition, it is home to numerous temples and landmarks that reflect the Chinese influence in the area. From the bustling Binh Tay Market to the ornate Thien Hau Pagoda, Chinatown offers a sensory feast of sights, sounds, and flavors. Hidden gems like Hao Si Phuong Alley and Lantern Street reveal the neighborhood’s hidden charms, inviting you to explore its narrow alleys and immerse yourself in its unique atmosphere.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Binh Tay Market

    Visit the outer area of Chinatown’s central market — perfect for seeing local trade life at night and trying dessert-style street foods.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    After eating, enjoy a relaxing scooter ride through District 3, known for its beautiful French-era boulevards and peaceful neighborhoods. A perfect end to the tour.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Ho Chi Minh City

    Hotel Drop-off Your guide will safely take you back to your hotel with great photos, memories, and local recommendations for the rest of your trip.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Let me know your allergies food please
Supplied by Vietnam Exploring Tour

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Culinary Tours
Vespa, Scooter & Moped Tours
Street Food Tours
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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