Hanoi Food Tour: Train Street & Hidden Gems
Overview
Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour with Train-Street Visit offers a tasty trip into Hanoi's real food scene. This tour is perfect for people who want to eat like the locals and see some cool hidden spots. Walk through small streets and find awesome street art.
The tour starts at Hàng Bông street, where you'll try yummy Vietnamese dishes like pillow cake and spring rolls. Then, you'll see the beautiful St. Joseph's Church and eat 'banh cuon,' which are tasty rice noodles. Of course, no food tour is complete without 'pho,' Vietnam's famous noodle soup. For dessert, you'll get to try 'chè,' a sweet treat that can be served hot or cold, depending on the season. The adventure ends with a visit to the famous Train Street, where, if you're lucky, a train might rumble past. You can enjoy a coffee while you wait. The tour includes an English-speaking guide.
This walking tour is a great way to see Hanoi's hidden gems and eat delicious food. It's a small-group experience, so you'll have a chance to ask questions and really get to know the city. It’s a tasty and exciting adventure in Hanoi!
Highlights
Eat Like a Local: Try 7-8 yummy Vietnamese dishes that people in Hanoi eat every day.
See Hidden Art: Walk through quiet streets and discover cool street art.
Visit Train Street: Enjoy a drink at Train Street and maybe see a train go by!
Learn from a Guide: An English-speaking guide will show the way and explain about the food and city.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers enjoyed the variety of local foods they tried.
The guide was knowledgeable and shared fun facts about the city.
Many visitors loved the unique experience of Train Street.
Some customers mentioned this was the best experience they had in Hanoi.
Some people were disappointed when the train didn't pass.
A few customers mentioned they had to pay extra for certain drinks.
The Journey
No.47 Hàng Bông street
The starting point of the tour, serving as the meeting location to begin your culinary adventure through Hanoi.
Traditional Restaurant (various)
Local eateries where you'll sample Vietnamese entrees such as pillow cake, shrimp cake, Pho rolls, and spring rolls.
St. Joseph’s Cathedral
A late colonial French architecture landmark, offering a picturesque backdrop for photos and a glimpse into Hanoi's architectural heritage.
Banh Cuon Restaurant
A local restaurant where you can taste banh cuon (filled rice noodles) and witness the preparation of this dish by skilled chefs.
Pho Restaurant
Establishments serving Vietnam’s most famous dish, pho (noodle soup), with both beef and chicken versions available.
Chè Stall
Locations where you can enjoy chè, a traditional Vietnamese dessert, available in both hot and cold versions depending on the season.
Train Street
A unique area where you may have the chance to see a train passing through a narrow residential street. Enjoy egg coffee at a trackside shop to experience the ambiance.
Know Before You Go
This food tour includes 7-8 dishes chosen by the tour guide and a drink at Train Street. Transportation to Train Street and an English-speaking guide are also included. This tour does not include tips, extra food or drinks, or pickup/drop-off at your hotel. The meeting point is at No.47 Hàng Bông street. The tour ends back at the meeting point.
Hot Tip
Some people recommend bringing extra money for souvenirs or additional snacks. Also, be prepared to walk a bit, so wear comfortable shoes. Keep an eye out for the train at Train Street, but remember it's not guaranteed to pass.
Review Summary
Customers find this Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour with Train-Street Visit to be an exceptional and highly recommended experience, with an average rating of 5.0 stars based on numerous reviews. Strengths consistently highlighted include knowledgeable and personable guides (such as Monica, Tina, Long, and others) who provide rich cultural insights into Vietnamese food traditions, the excellent variety and freshness of authentic local dishes sampled at hidden gem restaurants, the well-paced itinerary that balances multiple food stops without overwhelming guests, and the unique Train Street finale where visitors can enjoy a café and watch the train pass by—often including special touches like origami lessons or photo guidance. Common minor concerns include occasional group sizes larger than ideal (13+ people), limited indoor alternatives during monsoon season, and a desire for more time at individual stops to interact with vendors; however, these rarely detract from the overall experience, as most travelers emphasize the tour as a must-do, unforgettable introduction to Hanoi that they'd highly recommend to others.
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