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Viator · Private tour

Private Guided Tour of Hanoi

5.0(393)Hanoi1 hour
VIATOR4.9(43)TRIPADVISOR5.0(350)

Description

GENERAL INFORMATION: We are a nonprofit organization established in 2015. We supply top-quality student trained guides who are well trained and well understand about Hanoi, Vietnam, and related knowledge. We would love to show you things you haven't seen in books, magazines or on the internet before. To get to know more about our organization' operation, please leave your email and/or WhatsApp number(if it is possible). So, we can contact you soon.

Tour Options

Private Guided Tour of Hanoi
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included60 min

(Optional) First, we will pick up you and head to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex. A traffic-free area of botanical gardens, monuments, memorials and pagodas. Within the complex are Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh’s Stilt House and the Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Museum and the One Pillar Pagoda.

Admission not included60 min

(Optional) Temple of Literature & National University is originally built as a university in 1070 dedicated to Confucius, scholars and sages, the building is extremely well preserved and is a superb example of traditional-style Vietnamese architecture. Visiting the Temple of Literature you will discover historic buildings from the Ly and Tran dynasties in a revered place that has seen thousands of doctors’ graduate in what has now become a memorial to education and literature.

Admission not included60 min

(Optional) Hoa Lo Prison ironically nicknamed the ‘Hanoi Hilton’ by US prisoners of war (POWs) during the American War. Most exhibits relate to the prison’s use up to the mid-1950s, focusing on the Vietnamese struggle for independence from France.

Admission not included30 min

(Optional) Then, we head to Ancient House. Situated at a tranquil street near Silver Street, Ancient House appeals plenty of tourists by its ancient but sophisticated charm of a Vietnamese traditional house.

30 min

(Optional) The final destination of the tour will stop by Hoan Kiem Lake, considered the heart of Hanoi. You can observe many locals interesting activities such as playing badminton, doing exercises

Highlights

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
Free drop-off (only Hanoi Old Quarter)

What's included

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
Free drop-off (only Hanoi Old Quarter)
Not included
Transport

Pickup Locations & Times

Please give us your hotel/hostel address, our guides'll pick you up at there (Hanoi Old Quarter only)

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(393)

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Curious24303591394
June 21, 2026
Nice private tour guide~

Thanks Tom kindly pick up at the morning and spend the whole day accompanied with me, it’s an amazing trip! I’m so happy to have Tom here, the travel was deeply and great! Always friendly and hospitable even for those non-English speakers are totally fine! Especially for the guidance of hoa lo prison. I truly experienced the local people’s lifestyle.

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K5857RKphilippeh
June 14, 2026
Hanoi differently

We really enjoyed this tour with two great guides who love their city. It was a good moment of exchanges about life in Hanoi and about Vietnam. Everything went well with kindness and humor… It was a true exchange… They are students who share their knowledge and their time. Moreover, it’s free😉… We recommend it and hope that you will enjoy it as much as we did!!

Operator response

Hello from Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide 😊 Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing our Hanoi tour during your time in Vietnam. We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the local experience with our student guides. At Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide, we always try to create one of the best tour experiences in Hanoi through authentic local stories, cultural interactions, and meaningful connections with local people. Your feedback is a huge motivation for our guides and student community to continue improving every day. We truly hope you had a memorable time in Hanoi and Vietnam, and we would love to welcome you back for another local tour experience in the future 💛 Wish you all the best, Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide

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856jeremye
June 7, 2026
Fabulous walking tour

My guide Neo was clear and very informative. Had an 3 tour including Hanoi Hilton, the lake and train street. He also took me to an amazing g coffee shop. Down a dark corridor up two flight of steps behind a shop. No signs etc. and had an amazing g Vietnamese coffee experience. Had a coconut coffee with coconut milk a bit of condensed milk brewed with hot water then ice was added. Excellent experience all around.

Operator response

Hello from Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide 😊 Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing our Hanoi tour during your time in Vietnam. We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the local experience with our student guides. At Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide, we always try to create one of the best tour experiences in Hanoi through authentic local stories, cultural interactions, and meaningful connections with local people. Your feedback is a huge motivation for our guides and student community to continue improving every day. We truly hope you had a memorable time in Hanoi and Vietnam, and we would love to welcome you back for another local tour experience in the future 💛 Wish you all the best, Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide

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louisd595
June 7, 2026
It was the best decision ever!

A fantastic first experience in Hanoi thanks to Hinn! Arriving in Vietnam for the very first time, I stayed at the Marigold Hotel and decided to book a guide through "Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide" via WhatsApp, hoping for a smooth introduction to the city. It was the best decision ever! Communication via WhatsApp was seamless, and the very next morning, I was greeted by Hinn, waiting for me at my hotel right on time. She speaks wonderful English and took me on a wonderful 3-hour journey through the beautiful spots of the Old Quarter. Hinn is incredibly polite, friendly, and highly professional. She also took plenty of great photos for me before safely bringing me back to the hotel. Being welcomed with such warmth made all the difference for my first days here. I whole-heartedly recommend this amazing service to everyone. I am already looking forward to my next tour with them next week!

Operator response

Hello from Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide 😊 Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing our Hanoi tour during your time in Vietnam. We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the local experience with our student guides. At Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide, we always try to create one of the best tour experiences in Hanoi through authentic local stories, cultural interactions, and meaningful connections with local people. Your feedback is a huge motivation for our guides and student community to continue improving every day. We truly hope you had a memorable time in Hanoi and Vietnam, and we would love to welcome you back for another local tour experience in the future 💛 Wish you all the best, Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide

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Phoebe_J
June 6, 2026
AMAZING! I had two tour...

AMAZING! I had two tour guides, one more experienced (Huyen) who was fabulous, and a student who was also extremely knowledgeable. I really enjoyed the experience, both tour guides were so kind and accommodating.

Operator response

Hello from Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide 😊 Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing our Hanoi tour during your time in Vietnam. We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the local experience with our student guides. At Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide, we always try to create one of the best tour experiences in Hanoi through authentic local stories, cultural interactions, and meaningful connections with local people. Your feedback is a huge motivation for our guides and student community to continue improving every day. We truly hope you had a memorable time in Hanoi and Vietnam, and we would love to welcome you back for another local tour experience in the future 💛 Wish you all the best, Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide

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Wander40042653140
June 3, 2026
An unforgettable experience with an incredible guide!

I had a fantastic time on my recent tour. A huge thank you to my guide, Huyền, who was absolutely exceptional. She didn't just share dates and facts; she really brought Vietnamese history and culture to life in an engaging way. One of the highlights was when Huyền took me to a hidden-gem coffee shop that was incredibly cool. It was an authentic, local experience that I never would have discovered on my own. Her local knowledge and personal touch turned a great tour into an unforgettable one.

Operator response

Hello from Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide 😊 Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing our Hanoi tour during your time in Vietnam. We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the local experience with our student guides. At Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide, we always try to create one of the best tour experiences in Hanoi through authentic local stories, cultural interactions, and meaningful connections with local people. Your feedback is a huge motivation for our guides and student community to continue improving every day. We truly hope you had a memorable time in Hanoi and Vietnam, and we would love to welcome you back for another local tour experience in the future 💛 Wish you all the best, Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide

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713marcon
June 3, 2026
Exploring Hanoi with Silky: A Truly Local Experience

I had a great free walking tour in Hanoi with Silky, which lasted around 3 hours. The experience felt very personal since I was the only participant, and she was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Riding on her motorbike through the city was a unique highlight that made the tour feel truly local and authentic. We visited important historical sites such as the War Museum and Hoa Lo Prison, and her explanations made everything very interesting and easy to understand. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a genuine and insightful experience in Hanoi. Thank you, Silky!

Operator response

Hello from Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide 😊 Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing our Hanoi tour during your time in Vietnam. We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the local experience with our student guides. At Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide, we always try to create one of the best tour experiences in Hanoi through authentic local stories, cultural interactions, and meaningful connections with local people. Your feedback is a huge motivation for our guides and student community to continue improving every day. We truly hope you had a memorable time in Hanoi and Vietnam, and we would love to welcome you back for another local tour experience in the future 💛 Wish you all the best, Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide

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Scenic05936373069
May 31, 2026
Gr at guides and experience

Sieu and Kaia gave us an excellent tour today. They gave us many options on things to see and explained which they thought would be best for the time that we had. They were very knowledgeable about the area and the sites we visited. They helped select a great breakfast restaurant and coffee shop to visit. The heritage house was a great experience and Sieu and Kaia explained everything we saw with great detail. We visited a hidden local bookshop and loved the experience there. We couldn't have asked for better tour guides or tour company.

Operator response

Hello from Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide 😊 Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing our Hanoi tour during your time in Vietnam. We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the local experience with our student guides. At Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide, we always try to create one of the best tour experiences in Hanoi through authentic local stories, cultural interactions, and meaningful connections with local people. Your feedback is a huge motivation for our guides and student community to continue improving every day. We truly hope you had a memorable time in Hanoi and Vietnam, and we would love to welcome you back for another local tour experience in the future 💛 Wish you all the best, Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide

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Richard_L
May 30, 2026
Superb guide

Lovely guided tour by Anna. Very good English and very knowledgeable about Vietnamese culture. Would definitely recommend.

Operator response

Hello from Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide 😊 Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing our Hanoi tour during your time in Vietnam. We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the local experience with our student guides. At Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide, we always try to create one of the best tour experiences in Hanoi through authentic local stories, cultural interactions, and meaningful connections with local people. Your feedback is a huge motivation for our guides and student community to continue improving every day. We truly hope you had a memorable time in Hanoi and Vietnam, and we would love to welcome you back for another local tour experience in the future 💛 Wish you all the best, Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide

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Aristotle S
May 28, 2026
Get a guide

I saved time mapping out the city, streets, and eateries. I was lucky enough that my guide was able create a plan of the places I wanted to see. She shared her cultural insights of a nation fighting for identity and the hardships they endured for many years. Amazing experience. I am from Canada, we got it easy and we never had to experience this.

Operator response

Hello from Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide 😊 Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing our Hanoi tour during your time in Vietnam. We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the local experience with our student guides. At Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide, we always try to create one of the best tour experiences in Hanoi through authentic local stories, cultural interactions, and meaningful connections with local people. Your feedback is a huge motivation for our guides and student community to continue improving every day. We truly hope you had a memorable time in Hanoi and Vietnam, and we would love to welcome you back for another local tour experience in the future 💛 Wish you all the best, Hanoi Free Private Tour Guide

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