Hanoi Private Tour With Locals: Hoa Lo Prison, St. Joseph's Cathedral, Ta Hien Street & More
by Withlocals
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€114Overview
This private walking tour in Hanoi lasts about three hours and covers both well-known landmarks and less-visited spots. The guide meets the group at Dong Xuan Market and leads a short visit around the market area. Next is Bach Ma Temple, the oldest temple in the city center, noted for its significant statue. The tour continues along Ta Hien Street, a popular street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Afterward, the group visits Hang Bac Temple, a small temple that many locals are unaware of. The tour then stops at the Hoan Kiem District Library to see an old bookstore. Next is Ngoc Son Temple, also called 'Turtle Temple,' where the guide explains the origin of its name. St. Joseph's Cathedral, Hanoi’s only cathedral, is the following stop where visitors can enter and observe its historic architecture. The final visit is to Hoa Lo Prison, the former French colonial prison, where the guide provides historical context before allowing time for self-guided exploration. The tour includes entrance tickets to Hoa Lo Prison, a local guide, and one local drink or tasting. Hotel pickup and additional food or drinks are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Dong Xuan Market
Meet the local guide at Dong Xuan Market and spend about 20 minutes exploring the market area.
20 min
Bach Ma Temple
Visit Bach Ma Temple, the oldest temple in Hanoi’s city center, known for its notable statue, with approximately 20 minutes to explore.
20 min
Ta Hien Street
Walk along Ta Hien Street, a well-known street in the Old Quarter, spending around 20 minutes observing its atmosphere and popularity.
20 min
Hang Bac Temple
Stop at Hang Bac Temple, a small and lesser-known temple that even many locals do not recognize, with about 20 minutes to visit.
20 min
Hoan Kiem District Library
Visit the Hoan Kiem District Library to see an old bookstore, spending roughly 20 minutes there.
20 min
Dền Ngọc Son
Enter Ngoc Son Temple, also known as 'Turtle Temple,' and learn the reason behind its nickname during a 20-minute visit.
20 min
St. Joseph's Cathedral
Visit Hanoi’s only cathedral, St. Joseph's Cathedral, where visitors can enter and view its historic architecture for about 20 minutes.
20 min
Hoa Lo Prison
End the tour at Hoa Lo Prison, the former French colonial prison, where the guide explains its history before allowing about 20 minutes for self-guided exploration or assistance returning to the hotel.
20 min
Meeting point
The entrance of Coffee 28 opposite Dong Xuan market
End point
The entrance of Coffee 28 opposite Dong Xuan market
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Hanoi Private Tour With Locals: Hoa Lo Prison, St. Joseph's Cathedral, Ta Hien Street & More
by Withlocals
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€114Overview
This private walking tour in Hanoi lasts about three hours and covers both well-known landmarks and less-visited spots. The guide meets the group at Dong Xuan Market and leads a short visit around the market area. Next is Bach Ma Temple, the oldest temple in the city center, noted for its significant statue. The tour continues along Ta Hien Street, a popular street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Afterward, the group visits Hang Bac Temple, a small temple that many locals are unaware of. The tour then stops at the Hoan Kiem District Library to see an old bookstore. Next is Ngoc Son Temple, also called 'Turtle Temple,' where the guide explains the origin of its name. St. Joseph's Cathedral, Hanoi’s only cathedral, is the following stop where visitors can enter and observe its historic architecture. The final visit is to Hoa Lo Prison, the former French colonial prison, where the guide provides historical context before allowing time for self-guided exploration. The tour includes entrance tickets to Hoa Lo Prison, a local guide, and one local drink or tasting. Hotel pickup and additional food or drinks are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Dong Xuan Market
Meet the local guide at Dong Xuan Market and spend about 20 minutes exploring the market area.
20 min
Bach Ma Temple
Visit Bach Ma Temple, the oldest temple in Hanoi’s city center, known for its notable statue, with approximately 20 minutes to explore.
20 min
Ta Hien Street
Walk along Ta Hien Street, a well-known street in the Old Quarter, spending around 20 minutes observing its atmosphere and popularity.
20 min
Hang Bac Temple
Stop at Hang Bac Temple, a small and lesser-known temple that even many locals do not recognize, with about 20 minutes to visit.
20 min
Hoan Kiem District Library
Visit the Hoan Kiem District Library to see an old bookstore, spending roughly 20 minutes there.
20 min
Dền Ngọc Son
Enter Ngoc Son Temple, also known as 'Turtle Temple,' and learn the reason behind its nickname during a 20-minute visit.
20 min
St. Joseph's Cathedral
Visit Hanoi’s only cathedral, St. Joseph's Cathedral, where visitors can enter and view its historic architecture for about 20 minutes.
20 min
Hoa Lo Prison
End the tour at Hoa Lo Prison, the former French colonial prison, where the guide explains its history before allowing about 20 minutes for self-guided exploration or assistance returning to the hotel.
20 min
Meeting point
The entrance of Coffee 28 opposite Dong Xuan market
End point
The entrance of Coffee 28 opposite Dong Xuan market
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.