Hanoi: Street Food Walking Tour & Water Puppet Show

Highlights

- Sample delicious Vietnamese cuisine just like the locals do - on the street

- Learn more about Hanoi’s unique food culture

- Take in a spectacular night view of Hoan Kiem lake

- Enjoy the water puppet show

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Start time: Available time to be chosen from 8.00 am – 5.00 pm.

Start your tour at the meeting point at No.47 Hang Bong Street (if your hotel is within the Old Quarter, our guide will pick you up), and head to a traditional restaurant specializing in entrees such as shrimp cake, and fresh spring rolls. Have a taste of some popular and classic Vietnamese dishes. 

Then head over to the nearby St. Joseph’s and stop for some pictures of the late colonial French architecture. Along the way make sure to stop at local food stalls to try Vietnamese Bun Cha.

Moving to the next place, let’s try the famous Vietnamese Banh Mi (with pork/chicken/egg). It’s really a harmonious combination of ingredients (chicken/egg, different herbs and vegetables and sauces). 

Next, enjoy Pho (dried & mixed version), which is Vietnam’s most famous dish. Definitely don't miss out on a Vietnamese traditional dessert called Chè (sweet soup). There are both hot and cold versions for each season. 

Later, the guide will bring you to enjoy a Water Puppet show which is a unique variation on the ancient Asia puppet tradition and is a Vietnamese tradition dating back to the 11th century. Supported by a large rod placed under the water and manipulated by experienced puppeteers, the wooden puppets appear to be dancing over the water, telling folk tales. It’s entertaining and suitable for all audiences.

At the end of your Hanoi tour you are free to continue exploring the area or your guide will assist you with directions or a taxi back to your hotel.