Hanoi Food and Culture Walking Experience

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5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step into the rhythm of the city on a half-day Hanoi walking experience. From the iconic Train Street to the peaceful lakeside paths of Hoan Kiem Lake and the bustling Dong Xuan Market, you’ll discover different sides of the city along the way. Enjoy the tastes of Vietnam with local dishes and traditional Vietnamese drip coffee. It’s an authentic way to explore the living heartbeat of Hanoi’s Old Quarter.

What's Included

English Speaking Guide
1 drink at Train Street and 1 drink at café
Barista Presentation
Local dishes: Pho or Bun Cha
Personal Expenses
Additional Activities such as cyclo ride around the city
Travel insurance

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet WOLO Experience Leader, wearing a WOLO t-shirt, at the Crossing Vietnam Office.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Hanoi Train Street

    Visit the famous Train Street, one of the city’s most unique and photogenic locations in Hanoi. You will sit at a local café along the narrow railway while learning about daily life in the neighborhood by our local guide. Witness the train pass inches from nearby homes and cafés while enjoining a refreshing drink and taking memorable photos.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    St. Joseph's Cathedral

    Visit St. Joseph's Cathedral, Hanoi, one of Hanoi’s oldest landmarks, known for its neo-Gothic architecture inspired by Notre-Dame Cathedral. The cathedral is in the heart of the bustling Old Quarter.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)

    Take a peaceful walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, also known as the “Lake of the Returned Sword,” in Hanoi. In the early morning, locals gather here to stretch, jog, and practice tai chi. The area becomes especially charming at night, when the surrounding trees and Turtle Tower are beautifully illuminated.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Dong Xuan Market

    Next, slow down with a handcrafted Vietnamese drip coffee at Dream Bean Café. A local barista will introduce Vietnam’s coffee culture, local beans, and the traditional brewing method known as cà phê phin. Continue to Dong Xuan Market, Hanoi’s busiest market, where stalls overflow with spices, fabrics, local snacks, and souvenirs. It's a perfect place to browse for something unique or simply soak up the energy of the Old Quarter.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by WOLO Travel

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Dining Experiences
Restaurants
Lunch
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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