Hanoi Market Tours

Our Apron Up Cooking Class has been gaining popularity through years in giving people an intensive and interesting lessons. People who come to us can be experts who want to open Vietnamese restaurant back home or a person who never cook before but want to be able to eat delicious Viet food when they have to come back after vacation. Our school locates right in the centre of the old quarter so very easy to access and hence, after the market tour in the biggest market in Hanoi which is right near the old quarter, you can also know where to buy what in the rest of your trip here. Within only 3 - 4 hours, you get to learn about the ingredients ( spices and Vietnamese produces), get your hands on cooking a whole meal of the most popular and authentic 5 dishes in Hanoi (or its vegetarian version for vegetarian attendants, enjoying your fruits of labour and try Vietnamese rice wine together with your classmates, receiving a cook booklet and certificate!

Our team has over 10 years experience as tour guide job and chefs skills. We will bring Vietnamese cuisines to everybody all over the world by our excellent Cooking Class to teach, guide & share everything we have about Vietnamese food culture

Embrace Vietnamese culture with a culinary class at the Old Quarter This hands-on experience starts with a trip to the local market to buy fresh ingredients and then heading to the kitchen where you will make four classic Vietnamese dishes (fried spring rolls, papaya salad, pho rolls, mixed pho) and Vietnamese specialty - egg coffee. After the class, you can enjoy the meal with all the delicious dishes you’ve just made. Our restaurant has many traditional Vietnamese foods such as: Nom Du Du - Papaya Salad, Nem Ran - Fried Spring Rolls, Nom du du (Papaya Salad), Cafe Trung (Egg Coffee),...

Getting to know the food is also a great way of learning about the country. Vietnamese food is healthy, simple to cook, delicious, and forms a large part of the culture. This half day tour gives you a hands-on lesson on how to shop for fresh ingredients and cook authentic Vietnamese food. Blue Butterfly  Cooking classes are offered every day in the morning and afternoon. Blue Butterfly  Cooking classes are an interactive and fun way to learn new cooking skills and experience the tastes and textures of Vietnamese cuisine.

Each session offers more than just cooking lessons; it's a fascinating exploration of Hanoi's culinary heritage. Through hands-on experience, you'll gain insight into the unique ingredients, cooking techniques, and cultural significance behind each dish. Whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned food enthusiast, our cooking classes provide a welcoming and interactive environment for all skill levels. Moreover, a 50% discount will be offered to guests with disabilities and to senior guests aged over 80 years within the group, making it an excellent benefit for group travelers! Every passenger who books with us will contribute $1 to our charity meals for pediatric patients in central Hanoi hospitals. At Dine With Locals, everything we do goes back to the communities we serve, and we cannot fulfill this important responsibility without you. Join us and embark on a culinary adventure today!

Hanoi has a worthy range of markets, but the outdoor night market is more like a social event than a shopping occasion. You'll still find great bargains at this unique weekend market, which stretches from Hang Ngang to Hang Dao Street. During the 3.5-hour tour, your guide offers an introduction to the local lifestyle and Vietnamese street food.

Instead of eating in a restaurant and doing cooking in big cooking center , why not escape the tourist areas and come to where the locals live? Here you can see first-hand how everyday Hanoians live. Duyen lives just a few kilometres away from the city centre, near the famous Long Bien Bridge.Then, the thing that makes this extra special, is Chef Duyen invites you to her home which is not so far from a famous Long Biên bridge & the local market . It is here you will get to experience a very homely ‘hands on’ cooking class facilitated by Chef Duyen. You will learnhow to make some of these local delicacies. You will find out more about Vietnamese cuisine and experience the flavours and tastes all the foods after chef duyen show you how to you did in the class and enjoy with beer for yourself in the comfortable home of local Hanoian, Chef Duyen offers a range of activities for you: ‍ Home Cooking Class & Market Tour ‍Wholesale Market & Street Food

This tour offers a unique experience by blending Hanoi’s rich cultural heritage, local life, and stunning natural beauty into a single morning. Starting before dawn, you'll witness the vibrant energy of markets like Quang Ba and Long Bien, see the solemn Flag Raising Ceremony at Ba Dinh Square, and enjoy a serene sunrise over the historic Long Bien Bridge. Walking through bustling markets, discovering the ancient Old City Gate, and savoring an authentic Vietnamese breakfast style with local coffee create an immersive journey that showcases both the city's past and its dynamic present.

Start your day with a 5:30 AM hotel pick-up, and visit Hanoi's bustling Flower Market, where fresh bouquets from Northern Vietnam arrive daily. Then, head to Ba Dinh Square for the Flag Raising Ceremony, honoring President Ho Chi Minh. Enjoy a peaceful walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, where locals practice Tai Chi and play badminton. Finally, savor a delicious bowl of Pho and local coffee before returning to your hotel by 8:30 AM. A perfect way to experience the city as it awakens!

Seclude yourself within tranquil surroundings. The show narrates the founding of this ancient pagoda by the venerable monk Tu Dao Hanh, unraveling the deep connection between religion and the monarchy in Vietnamese history. Arrive at the venue and explore the outdoor food vendors. Enjoy a variety of local Vietnamese snacks and refreshments as you soak in the atmosphere before the show begins. Meticulously crafted over several years, this spectacular production features hundreds of performers, a cutting-edge interactive stage, and breathtaking visuals. Set against a stunning natural backdrop, The Quintessence of Tonkin is an unforgettable experience that should be at the top of your list when visiting Hanoi. Dive into the spiritual lives of Vietnamese villagers, focusing on the worship of the Third Holy Mother and the Mother Goddess. This scene showcases religious practices that ensure successful farming and a prosperous life, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.

There are some features making this tour different from other tours. Firstly, we provide different options of transfers to travelers to choose (by Sleeper bus, night train...) they can extend a day to have more experience. Secondly, all options focus on sleeping at Ta Van homestay which is unique to international travelers. You have a chance to meet a local guide to understand deeply about ethnic group's culture. Thirdly, you will trek in the most beautiful mud road in the world, you can find no where like this. The last point is our attentive customer service. A travel consultant is always with you to solve any problems happening during the trip to make sure that you have a wonderful trip. You can easily move to Ha Giang by bus directly from Sapa, no need to go back Hanoi

This hands-on experience starts with a trip to the local market to buy fresh ingredients and then heading to the kitchen where you will make four classic Vietnamese dishes (fried spring rolls, papaya salad, pho rolls, mixed pho) and Vietnamese specialty - egg coffee. After the class, you can enjoy lunch with all the delicious dishes you’ve just made.

My class offer the great combination of local culture, hidden gems & hands-on cooking class with great activities such as: cyclo trip, local market through little alleys for best fresh products, cooking under the instruction of professional chefs

With our guidances, you will be handed on experience how to cook Vietnamese traditional dishes (You can choose 3 dishes for 1 class with other people in the group) We will explain clearly and show you in the class about cooking procedure and send you recipes after the class

Hanoi cuisine is gaining popularity among travel lovers all over the world. However, if you are tired of the cramped big cities, Miss Hanoi Cooking Class is the right place for you. Our women-run cooking class inside the old quarter of Hanoi & Local Market. Coming to our place, you will get a chance to visit an authentic wet market and see all the produce you ever want to see, learn all the secrets of Hanoi cuisine while enjoying the mesmerizing food – made by you, and experience a day like a local. Without the burden of renting a place in the center expensive-old-quarter, we are also capable of providing you the best authentic experience with the best value for money. Our young and passionate people are eager to meet and bring you to the world of our culture. Are you ready?