3-Day Cultural and Culinary Tour of Hanoi, Vietnam

Day 1: Old Quarter Exploration

Hanoi, Vietnam on May 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Pho Gia Truyen

Start your day with an authentic bowl of Pho, a famous Vietnamese beef noodle soup, at this highly regarded Old Quarter eatery. It opens early and is popular among locals.
VND60000, 1h

9:30am

Walk around Hanoi Old Quarter

Explore the bustling streets of the Old Quarter, famous for its vibrant street life, markets, and colonial architecture. Ideal for shopping souvenirs and street photography.
Free, 2h

11:30am

Visit the Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple

Take a leisurely stroll around scenic Hoan Kiem Lake and visit the Ngoc Son Temple located on a small island, a peaceful spot rich in history and culture.
VND30000, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Cha Ca Thang Long

Enjoy a traditional Hanoi specialty, Cha Ca (grilled fish with turmeric and dill), at this famous restaurant known for preserving its culinary legacy.
VND150000, 1h

2:00pm

Visit the Hanoi Opera House

Admire the stunning French colonial architecture and, if time permits, consider catching a cultural performance in the afternoon or evening. Tours are available during daytime.
VND100000, 1h

3:30pm

Explore the French Quarter

Walk through the elegant tree-lined boulevards of the French Quarter, and visit landmarks such as the Presidential Palace and the St. Joseph's Cathedral.
Free, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Bun Cha Huong Lien

Savour the famous Bun Cha Hanoi (grilled pork with noodles) dish at this renowned local eatery, known worldwide after President Obama’s visit in 2016.
VND100000, 1h
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Day 2: Historical & Lakeside Sites

Hanoi, Vietnam on May 27, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Xoi Yen

Have a traditional sticky rice breakfast at Xoi Yen, famous for its variety of delicious toppings and authentic Hanoi flavours.
VND30000, 45m

9:30am

Visit the Temple of Literature

Explore Vietnam’s first university established in 1070, dedicated to Confucius. It is a stunning example of traditional Vietnamese architecture and culture.
VND30000, 1h30m

11:15am

Visit the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Discover the rich cultural diversity of Vietnam's ethnic groups through indoor exhibitions and outdoor traditional house displays.
VND40000, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Quan An Ngon

Sample a wide variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes prepared in a street market style setting but with restaurant comfort.
VND150000, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda and West Lake

Stroll around West Lake and visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi; a serene, spiritual spot perfect for relaxation.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Coffee Break at The Hanoi Social Club

Relax at this popular café with a bohemian vibe offering excellent coffee, juices, and light snacks.
VND70000, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at La Verticale

Enjoy contemporary French-Vietnamese fusion cuisine at La Verticale, a refined restaurant popular among locals and tourists.
VND400000, 1h30m
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Day 3: Arts & Leisure

Hanoi, Vietnam on May 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Khang Dien Coffee

Start with a light breakfast and traditional Vietnamese coffee in this local cafe beloved for its strong and rich flavour.
VND50000, 45m

9:00am

Visit Hanoi Ceramic Mosaic Mural

Walk along the world’s largest ceramic mosaic mural telling stories of Hanoi’s culture and history, a hidden arts gem in the city.
Free, 1h

10:30am

Explore the Museum of Vietnamese History

Visit this museum to see well-curated exhibitions on Vietnam’s long and diverse history, including artefacts from ancient times to modern history.
VND40000, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Madame Hien

Enjoy authentic Northern Vietnamese cuisine in a charming French villa setting, known for dishes like baked crab in clay pot.
VND200000, 1h

2:00pm

Relax at Thong Nhat Park

Spend a relaxing afternoon in Hanoi’s largest public park, ideal for a leisurely walk or watching locals practice Tai Chi.
Free, 1h

3:30pm

Water Puppet Theatre

Experience traditional Vietnamese water puppetry, a unique art form native to the Red River Delta, in an engaging 1-hour show.
VND100000, 1h

5:00pm

Dinner at Cau Go Vietnamese Cuisine Restaurant

Dine with spectacular views of Hoan Kiem Lake while enjoying exquisite local dishes with a modern twist.
VND300000, 1h30m
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