Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City
A private walk through Hanoi, from Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple to the Temple of Literature and Hoa Lo Prison.
- Rating on Viator
- 4.9 out of 5 from 1,432 reviews
- Duration
- 3–5 hours
- Guided in
- English
- Group
- Private: your group only
- Fitness level
- Easy
- Run by
- Hanoi Private Tour Guide
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Where the tour goes
- Temple Ngoc Son30 min
- Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)30 min
- Temple of Literature & National University1 hr
- Hoa Lo Prison1 hr
Stops as listed by the operator on Viator; the order can change on the day.
What to know before you book
Included
- Free Hotel pickup (Hanoi Old Quarter only)
- Our email confirmation to guarantee your tour'll take place (you must leave your email)
- Free private tour guide
- No tip expected and no hidden charge during the tours
Not included
- Transport
Access
- Pushchairs welcome
- Public transport nearby
How it compares in Hanoi
- Reviews: 3 of the other 19 reviewed tours here have more reviews than this one.
Prefer no guide? Our free self-guided walk covers 4.5 km in about 60 minutes of walking, not counting stops.
From listings on our partner sites. This tour was last checked on 30 October 2026; prices and review counts change.
Walking in Hanoi
Hanoi is Vietnam's thousand-year-old capital. Its Old Quarter of trade streets, its lakes and its French colonial avenues are best explored on foot, preferably with something to eat.
Terrain. Flat, but pavements are often blocked, so expect to step into the road.
Crossing roads. Walk slowly and steadily across, without stopping or running, so scooters can flow around you. Keep to a constant pace, even when it feels wrong.
Read the full Hanoi walking guide or try the free self-guided walk.
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