Hanoi Free Tour: Old Quarter & French Quarter

5.0(29)3hFree · tip-basedRun by Hanoiholic

Explore the vibrant soul of Hanoi on a sustainable mountain bike tour. Led by a local, ride beyond the tourist trail to discover historic landmarks and hidden spots, with authentic food and drinks along the way.

We are Sofia and George, the two locals who grew up in Hanoi for most of our lives and have a deep love for this special city. Our goal is to share with everyone the vibrant life, interesting stories, and hidden gems of Hanoi from a local perspective.

What to expect: Hanoi is blended by ancient roots, French colonial influence, and a rapid economic boom in the late 80s. This walking tour offers you to see the differences between the adjacent, neatly street in the French Quarter and the unorganized and narrow streets in the Old Quarter. We begin our journey by seeing French colonial sites like the State Bank of Vietnam, Tonkin Palace, and Opera House.

We then continue to Hoan Kiem Lake to hear a legendary story and what makes it a special one. Then we are heading up towards the old quarter, exploring the busy street, to learn what makes it so special among the locals and tourists. At the end of the tour, we stop at Long Bien Bridge, the most iconic one of Hanoi, which has stood there for more than 120 years.

Meeting point

Vuon hoa Con Coc

Before you go

Length: About 3h
Languages: English
Usual start times: 09:00, 13:30 (Hanoi time)
Coming up: 120 departures in 3 months, 14 this week

Questions about this tour

How much does this tour cost?

Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.

How long does it take?

About 3h.

Where does it start?

The meeting point is Vuon hoa Con Coc. The map on this page shows the exact spot.

What languages is it in?

Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.

When does it run?

120 departures are listed in the next three months, 14 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 09:00 and 13:30. Times are local to Hanoi.

Do I need to book?

Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.