A Walking Tour to Discover Hanoi's Old Quarter
Overview
- Ngoc Son Temple: A temple located on Hoan Kiem Lake, where we’ll learn about the legends of Hanoi, Vietnamese spiritual beliefs, and the veneration of national heroes.
- Ba Kieu Temple: A temple associated with the worship of the Mother Goddesses, one of Vietnam’s most distinctive spiritual traditions.
- Monument to Those Who Died for the Motherland: Here we’ll discuss the modern history of Hanoi and the patriotic spirit of the Vietnamese people.
- Ta Hien Street: Hanoi’s famous “beer street.”
- Dong Xuan Market: As we stroll among its stalls, we’ll get a sense of Hanoi’s commercial life.
- Hàng Mã Street: The street famous for decorations, lanterns, and items used during traditional festivals.
- Ly Trieu Quoc Su Pagoda: A peaceful Buddhist place of worship in the heart of the city.
- St. Joseph’s Cathedral: A symbol of French influence in Hanoi, this Neo-Gothic cathedral tells the story of the meeting between East and West and the history of the Vietnamese Catholic community.
- Egg coffee: We’ll wrap up the tour by sampling one of Hanoi’s most iconic specialties.
This activity includes:
- Tempio di Ngoc Son
- Tempio di Ba Kieu
- Monumento ai caduti per la patria
- Via Ta Hien
- Mercato Dong Xuan
- La via di Hang Ma
- Pagoda Ly Trieu Quoc Su
- Cattedrale di San Giuseppe
- Caffè all'uovo
On arrival
We'll be waiting for you in front of the entrance to the Ngoc Son Temple, near the benches. We'll be wearing yellow hats so you can easily recognize us.
Things to note
1. After you book the tour, we’ll contact you via WhatsApp to confirm the time and send you the location of the meeting point. Please book using your WhatsApp number. Thank you very much.
2. Additional costs: admission to Ngoc Son Temple (about 2 euros per person) and coffee (about 2 euros per person).
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Cancellation policy
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
