Where exactly does the tour start?

The tour starts with a pickup from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter. If you're staying outside this area, contact the operator in advance to confirm whether collection is possible.

Do I need to print my ticket or is a mobile voucher accepted?

A mobile voucher on your phone is accepted — no need to print anything before you go.

Which departure time should I choose — 2 PM or 3 PM?

Both options follow the same itinerary. The 2 PM departure gives you a slightly earlier finish, while the 3 PM slot suits travellers with a busier morning. Pick whichever fits your day.

Is this tour suitable for young children?

Children under 4 travel free of charge but are not entitled to a separate seat. The tour involves a fair amount of walking on uneven Old Quarter streets, so consider this when booking with very young children.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Cancellation terms are confirmed at checkout. Check the policy shown on your booking before completing your purchase.

Will the itinerary definitely follow the order listed?

The sequence is subject to change due to weather or traffic conditions — your guide will adapt the route to make the most of the time available.

Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour and Water Puppet Show

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Duration

4 hours 30 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation 24hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Water puppet show ticket

Food tastings at street stalls and local restaurants

Local tour guide

Bottled water

Shared one-way transfer from hotels in Hanoi's Old Quarter

Not included

Additional food or drinks beyond the included tastings

Gratuities for your guide

Hotel pickup from outside Hanoi's Old Quarter

What to expect

Hotel pickup
Shared transfer collects you from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter at your chosen departure time.
Tour begins in the Old Quarter
Your guide sets the scene, introducing the historic district's layout and the trading heritage still visible in its street names.
Stroll through the historic lanes
Walk streets once home to blacksmiths, silver merchants and paper traders, taking in the layered architecture along the way.
Street food tastings
Stop at food stalls and neighbourhood restaurants to sample authentic Hanoian specialities, with your guide explaining each dish's origins and ingredients.
Traditional water puppet show
Take your seat at the puppet theatre and watch performers manoeuvre carved wooden puppets across a water stage to live traditional music.
Tour ends at the puppet theatre
The tour concludes here; you're free to make your own way back or continue exploring the neighbourhood.

Meeting point

Hanoi Old Quarter, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam

Pickup is from your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter. Confirm your exact hotel address at the time of booking so the operator can arrange collection. Your voucher will include final pickup details.

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What to bring

Mobile or printed voucher
Comfortable walking shoes
Light layers — evenings in Hanoi can be cooler than expected

Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour and Water Puppet Show

Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour and Water Puppet Show

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