Private Tour
Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hanoi Private Tour
Overview
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3 hours
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This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Hanoi from a unique perspective! Get to know Hanoi on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!
Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Hanoi at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Hoa Lo Prison, St. Joseph's Cathedral, Ta Hien Street and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.
Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Private tour: only you & your local guide
CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private Tour
Local Guide
Tickets for Hoa Lo prison included
1 local drink/tasting
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Extra Food and drinks
What To Expect
Dong Xuan Market
Meet your local guide at Dong Xuan Market and have a look around it
Bach Ma Temple
Head into the centres oldest temple with a famous statue
Options
Essence of Hanoi Private Tour
Short Description: See the best of the city in places like Dong Xuan Market, Bach Ma and Ngoc Son Temple, Ta Hien Street and some other.
Reviews
189 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Walking Tour of Hanoi
Richard S,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00Jenny was an amazing guide! This was exactly the type of tour I wanted during my first visit to Hanoi. I had a wonderful time and highly recommend this tour for anyone that wants to see and learn about Hanoi.
Flower did a tremendous...
Richard P,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Flower did a tremendous job explaining the street food, the differences between temples and pagodas, the history of Vietnam and really connected with us.
This tour was a great way...
Tift S,
Dec 27, 2024
- Viator
5.00This tour was a great way to spend part of our first day in Hanoi. Our fantastic tour guide Anne guided us through the Old Quarter. We were able get oriented and accustomed to the hustle and bustle of the city. It was a great highlights tour and the perfect start to our trip.
Interesting experience
Graeme M,
Jul 7, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our guide Jenny took us to some hidden temples and coffeeshops that we would never have been able to find on our own, we also visited the prison and learned about the war and enjoyed exploring the market and the old quarter
Interesting sites and a great way to see Hanoi
Katherine B,
Feb 29, 2024
- Viator
5.00We visited many interesting sites (pagoda, shrine, egg coffee shop, old Hanoi prison, old house, etc) and also saw many streets as we walked. My guide was excellent and shared many insights and Vietnamese perspectives. Highly recommended!
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