Hanoi Old Quarter Tours

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02/06/2026

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30/05/2026

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Hanoi Old Quarter, Vietnam – Sidewalks Full of Street Food, Motorbikes and Real City LifeThe Old Quarter of Hanoi is not...
18/05/2026

Hanoi Old Quarter, Vietnam – Sidewalks Full of Street Food, Motorbikes and Real City Life

The Old Quarter of Hanoi is not a place you simply walk through.

You become part of it the second you enter those narrow streets filled with motorbikes, street food smoke, plastic stools and nonstop movement.

That was exactly what pulled me into photographing this part of Hanoi.

The historic streets of the Old Quarter date back centuries and were originally built as trading and craft districts. Most of these alleys were never designed for the amount of traffic, restaurants, scooters and people moving through them today. Yet somehow, the chaos works. Hanoi has its own rhythm, and after a while you stop fighting it and simply move with it.

What stood out to me most was the sidewalks.

In Hanoi’s Old Quarter, sidewalks rarely function as sidewalks anymore.
They are extensions of daily life. Small street restaurants move their kitchens outside, bars place tiny plastic stools directly onto the pavement, locals gather for food, beer and conversations, and every remaining free space quickly turns into parking for motorbikes.

At night the entire atmosphere changes again.

The sidewalks become social spaces where people sit together for hours eating Pho, Bun Cha or grilled street food while watching the endless traffic pass by only inches away. Neon reflections bounce off wet streets, scooter headlights cut through the narrow alleys and the sound of Hanoi never really disappears.

For me as a photographer, this is where the real character of the city reveals itself.

Places like Ta Hien Street — often called Hanoi Beer Street — perfectly capture this energy. Small bars spill out into the streets, travelers sit shoulder to shoulder with locals, and the entire neighborhood feels alive until deep into the night. It feels crowded, loud and chaotic, but at the same time strangely authentic and human.

What fascinated me most was how naturally life happens outside here.
The sidewalks become dining rooms, meeting places, kitchens and parking lots all at once. Hanoi’s streets are constantly adapting, constantly moving and constantly alive.

With my Sony Alpha 7 IV and the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II, I was able to photograph these moments exactly as they happened — raw, unfiltered and full of atmosphere. Especially at night, the Old Quarter turns into a perfect environment for street photography with warm lights, dense crowds, colorful reflections and endless urban details.
Hanoi does not try to look perfect.

That is exactly what makes it unforgettable to me. — tại Hanoi Old Quater.

✨HANOI OLD QUARTER MARKETS✨To understand a land’s culture, visit its markets. In Hanoi’s Old Quarter, markets are more t...
18/05/2026

✨HANOI OLD QUARTER MARKETS✨

To understand a land’s culture, visit its markets. In Hanoi’s Old Quarter, markets are more than just places to trade; they hold unique spiritual value.

📍 HANG BE MARKET: The "Ready-to-Eat" Supermarket: Who says you can’t have a delicious meal if you’re too busy to cook? Welcome to Hang Be Market! Famous for its golden-skinned boiled chicken "holding a rose" and colorful sticky rice, savory shrimp paste with minced pork, and more. With just a 30-minute stop, you’ll have a complete, sophisticated traditional feast, perfectly suited for the refined tastes of the Old Quarter.

📍 THANH HA MARKET: A "Rustic Soul" in a Tiny Alley: Pass through the ancient O Quan Chuong gate to reach the century-old "Cu Nau" Alley. This is the last "rustic trading" spot in the heart of the Old Quarter. Here, you’ll find baskets of fresh field greens, snails, or the seasonal aroma of fried ragworm pies (cha ruoi). It’s a true countryside market for those seeking authentic, original flavors. 🌿

📍 CAO THANG MARKET: A Colorful "Kingdom of Spices": Tucked behind D**g Xuan Market, the street named after the talented young general Cao Thang wears a vibrant coat. From lemongrass, chili, and lime to ginger and aromatic spices, everything creates a lively culinary mosaic that buzzes from dawn until late at night. 🌶️

Wandering through small alleys, visiting Bach Ma Temple, or stopping by the Heritage House at 87 Ma May will help you realize that no matter how modern life becomes, these traditional values remain the indispensable heartbeat of this thousand-year-old city.

Visit the markets today to find the peaceful corners of Hanoi! 🛵

✨CHỢ TRONG LÒNG PHỐ CỔ HÀ NỘI✨
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Muốn biết văn hóa một vùng đất, hãy ghé thăm chợ của họ. Ở phố cổ Hà Nội, có những khu chợ không chỉ bán đồ ăn, mà còn chất chứa giá trị tinh thần độc đáo.

📍 CHỢ HÀNG BÈ: "Siêu thị đồ ăn sẵn"
Ai bảo ngại vào bếp là không có cơm ngon? Chào mừng bạn đến với chợ Hàng Bè, gà luộc "ngậm hoa hồng" vàng óng và xôi nếp đủ màu, mắm tép chưng thịt, v.v. Chỉ cần 30 phút tạt ngang, bạn sẽ có ngay một mâm cỗ truyền thống tinh tươm, chuẩn vị sành ăn phố cổ.

📍 CHỢ THANH HÀ: "Hồn quê" trong ngõ nhỏ
Đi xuyên qua cửa Ô Quan Chưởng cổ kính để đến với con ngõ "Củ Nâu" trăm tuổi. Đây là chốn "buôn bán dân dã" cuối cùng giữa lòng phố cổ, nơi bạn tìm thấy những mớ rau đồng, con ốc mít tươi rói hay món chả rươi thơm nức theo mùa. Một phiên chợ quê đúng nghĩa dành cho những tâm hồn đi tìm vị nguyên bản. 🌿

📍 CHỢ CAO THẮNG: "Vương quốc gia vị" đầy sắc màu
Nằm nép mình sau chợ Đồng Xuân, con phố mang tên vị tướng trẻ tài ba Cao Thắng lại mang một diện mạo cực kỳ rực rỡ. Từ sả, ớt, chanh, gừng đến đủ thức gia vị nồng nàn, tất cả tạo nên một bức tranh ẩm thực sống động, nhộn nhịp từ tờ mờ sáng đến tận đêm khuya. 🌶️

Hành trình len lỏi qua những con ngõ nhỏ, ghé thăm đền Bạch Mã hay dừng chân tại nhà cổ 87 Mã Mây sẽ giúp bạn nhận ra rằng; dù cuộc sống có hiện đại đến đâu, những giá trị truyền thống này vẫn luôn là nhịp thở không thể thiếu của Hà Nội nghìn năm văn hiến.

Ghé chợ ngay hôm nay để tìm lại những góc bình yên của Hà Nội nhé! 🛵

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Planning a trip to Vietnam and would like some feedback on our itinerary 😊 📍 Approximately 14 days: * Hanoi (3 hours) * ...
11/05/2026

Planning a trip to Vietnam and would like some feedback on our itinerary 😊

📍 Approximately 14 days:

* Hanoi (3 hours)
* Day trip: Ninh Binh
* Ha Long Bay: 2-day 1-night cruise
* Overnight bus to Sapa (2 nights)
* Return to Hanoi and then domestic flight to Da Nang
* Da Nang (1 night)
* Hoi An (3 nights)
* Return to Hanoi and then flight back

👉 Does the itinerary seem reasonable and balanced for you? 👉 Are there any changes you could make?

Thank you for your feedback.

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Lên kế hoạch cho một chuyến đi đến Việt Nam và muốn một số phản hồi về hành trình của chúng tôi 😊

📍 Khoảng 14 ngày:
* Hà Nội (3 giờ)
*Chuyến đi trong ngày: Ninh Bình
* Vịnh Hạ Long: Du Thuyền 2 Ngày 1 Đêm
*Xe buýt qua đêm đi Sapa (2 đêm)
*Về Hà Nội là bay nội địa Đà Nẵng
* Đà Nẵng (1 đêm )
* Hội An (3 nuits)
* Về Hà Nội rồi bay về

👉Lộ trình trông có hợp đồng và cân đối với bạn không?
👉 Bạn có thay đổi được gì không?

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36pho.com: Workshop “Golden Porcelain”8:30 – 17:00, Sunday August 10, 2024Ceramics Gallery-StudioNo. 95c Kham Thien Stre...
03/07/2024

36pho.com: Workshop “Golden Porcelain”

8:30 – 17:00, Sunday August 10, 2024

Ceramics Gallery-Studio
No. 95c Kham Thien Street, D**g Da, Hanoi.
Registration link (12 people)

Information from the organizers:

Workshop "Golden Plated Ceramics" is a regular activity in the Lela Cafe event series

Participation fee: 990,000 VND/person.

Coming to the workshop, participants will be introduced to the basic theory of lacquer, each person will be able to choose 1 of 12 ceramics at the workshop, practice gilding and go to Bat Trang pottery village at the Ceramics workshop. Hoa Viet practices firing ceramics and then sets a date to return to bring back their products

You will experience for yourself the Kintsugi technique, the art of repairing broken handmade ceramics by covering it with lacquer or mixing it with gold, silver or platinum powder to mend the broken pieces. Familiar items, delicately coated with sparkling gold, will become beautiful, unique small gifts for yourself.

You also enjoy coffee, drinks, and cakes at Ceramics Gallery 95 Kham Thien Street in the morning and the famous Bat Trang style luncheon.

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