Hue Food Walking Tour: Eat Like a Local with 8 Authentic Dishes

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

*Sample 8+ iconic Hue dishes in hidden local eateries

*Walk through vibrant neighborhoods and the ancient Citadel

*Cross the Perfume River and discover riverside street food

*Meet third-generation cooks and learn their family food stories

*Choose your style: walk, cyclo, or scooter (all options available)

*End with a traditional Hue dessert at a beloved local spot

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

8 Iconic Dishes: Taste the must-try foods that define Hue, at handpicked local spots.

Cultural Immersion: Visit both hidden alleys and famous eateries, guided by a true local foodie.

Authenticity: Dine where generations of Hue people eat—not tourist traps.

Flexible Experience with different options: Choose to walk, ride a cyclo, or hop on a motorbike for a unique journey through Hue’s bustling streets.

Storytelling: Hear the secrets and history behind each dish and family you visit.

Small Groups: Personal attention for a genuine local connection.

Please let me know any restriction of food

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

there are 8 types of dishes on this tour

Guiding fee

Personal expenses and tips

What To Expect

Start your food adventure by meeting your guide at the designated meeting point. Your journey begins at a beloved three-generation family-run eatery, where you’ll sample authentic Hue street food favorites: Banh Canh Nam Pho (tapioca noodle soup) Banh Nam (steamed rice flour cake) Banh Beo (mini steamed rice cakes) Banh Ram It (crispy sticky rice dumpling)

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Hue

Cross the iconic Perfume River with your guide and discover a well-known street food vendor who has served locals for over 35 years. Here, you’ll taste Hue’s unique specialty—Bun Hen (spicy baby clam noodle)—freshly prepared and loved by generations of Hue residents. Enjoy the lively riverside atmosphere and experience true local flavors at one of Hue’s most famous hidden food gems.

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private food tour with Scooter

Private food tour with Scooter: The tour guide and scooter driver will pick you up at your hotel Helmet provided Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Duration: 3 hours
Scooter: Scooter (each traveler rides behind a guide on a separate scooter)

Private Food Tour by Cyclo

Private tour with Cyclo: Each guest rides in a separate cyclo with their own driver. 8+ tastings. The guide leads the group. Relax and enjoy!
Duration: 3 hours
Cyclo: Cyclo is a popular three-wheeled vehicle in Hue with a spacious seat in the front and the driver pedaling in the back.
transportation: One cyclo per traveler (no sharing)

Small group Max 8 pax

Small group food tour: For the better service, we limit the number of people on tour. Max: 8 People
Walking food tour: Follow your guide to walk from the south to the north bank of the Perfume River. Enjoy 8 different typical Hue dishes.

Private food walking tour

Private food walk tour: Private tour—just your group 8+ food tastings at local-favorite spots Flexible pace & fully customized
Duration: 3 hours
Walking Tour: Hidden alleys, local market & family-run eateries
Walking Tour: No Vehicle requires

Reviews

4.80

40 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

This was a lot of fun. We...
Elizabeth C,
Apr 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This was a lot of fun. We did the private cyclo option. Cycles are a great way to see hue. The slow pace allows you to admire the sights along the river. Food was delicious.
A must do in Hue
Liam N,
Feb 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Even the rain couldn't dampen my enjoyment. Matthew the guide had perfect English and provided a lot of local info. We ate lot of different local dishes and each was as good as the last. The group was small and gelled well. Fab tour.
Fabulous authentic food tour
Laura P,
Nov 9, 2024
- Viator
5.00
What a great food tour - we went to at least 5 authentic food stops and were introduced to the fab and tasty foods of Hue. Our guide was attentive and made sure she explained each dish to us in some detail. This was an excellent evening and a great introduction to Hue and its food - we would certainly recommend this tour / guide
Great tour guide
catriona m,
Sep 1, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Prefect tour guide, full of local knowledge. Cycle tour was great fun and a good way to see the city in detail More importantly, the good selection was excellent and specialised for us
Great evening tasting the food of Hue and learning about the city
Joanne J,
May 27, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Excellent evening with Mimi experiencing the food of Hue. Our cyclo drivers were friendly and transported us safely