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Hanoi From Inside - The Old Quarter Walking Tour

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Hanoi

Duration: 2 hours

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Guru: Nhat

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Registered on 09 June 2023

Hi there! I am Nhat or you can call me Nat, a professional English-speaking guide in Hanoi, Vietnam. I am happy to take you around Hanoi or certain places nearby Hanoi, to show you the beautiful corners of the city as well as the lifestyle, food, history and culture of my beloved city. Book my tour and walk with me around this lovely city, i’ll tell you the stories of Hanoi and Vietnam.

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Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Once you arrive Hanoi the capital of Vietnam you at least have to take a walk around the Old-Quarter because almost everything about Hanoi or further about the Northern Vietnam's lifestyle, culture, history is around here.

There is no better way to learn about Hanoi than walking with a local guide from Hanoi through every little alley, hundred years old temples, the oldest bridge, lively daily market or interesting railway coffee shop. I love my country and my capital city a lot and I want to show you around to let you know how interesting the people and the special traditions here, how glorious our history is and how beautiful the street is. I love to hear you say "Wow" when you see the train passing by, to watch you suddenly pick up your camera and take photos of our daily life activities, which is unique and you don't have in your country and to answer you any questions about the Vietnam war and about how quick we recovered and developed like today's.

Here is the itinerary:

Ngoc Son temple (entrance fee)(optional)
Ma May ancient house (entrance fee - closed from 12:00 to 13:30)
Ta Hien beer street
Secret alley
Dong Xuan market
Hang Ma - street of decoration
Train street (train time is not fixed)

* Food & drink tasting (optional & flexible)

If you want to walk with a Vietnamese friend showing you his beloved hometown, join me, enjoy your time here, and make yourself at home!

Please note:

The entrance and drink fee it's not included and has a cost of approx 5 to 8 € per person.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

57B P. Đinh Tiên Hoàng, Hàng Bạc, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam

I will be waiting by the Thang Long water puppet theatre near the central lake of Hanoi (Hoan Kiem). I will be wearing a red cap.

Outside visit

Nhà cổ

Located in Hanoi's Old Quarter area, Ma May Street is unique as it is home to many of the city’s oldest houses. The house at No.87 Ma May Street (Hoan Kiem District) is one of 14 ancient houses in Hanoi built in the late 19th century that still retains its original features and becomes a familiar address for those who want to learn about the daily life of Hanoians in the old time.

Outside visit

Phố Hàng Mã

Known as one of the 36 old streets of Hanoi, Hang Ma Street holds a special place in the hearts of locals and visitors alike. From its fascinating past to its bustling present, Hang Ma Street captivates with its diverse offerings, vibrant celebrations, and an atmosphere that embodies the spirit of Vietnam's cultural heritage. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to visit this street during your Hanoi travel journey.

Outside visit

Hanoi Train Street

Nestled in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, this narrow alley attracts travelers hoping to snap a picture on the active train track, and even catch a train whizz by! This alley is actually a residential area—many locals have converted their houses into quaint little cafes where you can sip on traditional egg coffee while waiting for the train to pass by—which happens a handful of times throughout the day. Be careful though, as the street can get really busy.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).