Saigon Walking Food Tour – Local Street Food Experience

38 $

Duration

4 Hours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Transports

Walking

Overview Tour

If you want to truly understand Ho Chi Minh City, walking and eating like a local is the best way to do it. This walking food tour takes you deep into hidden districts where real local life happens, far away from tourist areas.

  1. Taste up to 11–12 authentic Vietnamese dishes
  2. Explore non-tourist districts like District 3 and District 10
  3. Walk through hidden alleys and local neighborhoods
  4. Experience real street food culture of Saigon
  5. Visit Cambodian Market and night food market
  6. Discover Nguyen Thien Thuat old apartment area
  7. Learn stories behind each dish from local guide
  8. Small group experience for better interaction

Highlight

  • Taste 11+ local food and drinks
  • Explore Cambodian Market at night
  • Visit Nguyen Thien Thuat old apartment
  • Discover hidden alleyways and local life
  • Walk through local street food areas
  • Enjoy authentic Saigon cuisine
  • Experience night food culture

Brief Itinerary

  1. Meet at starting point in District 1
  2. Enjoy Bun Bo Hue
  3. Transfer to local districts by taxi
  4. Taste Banh Khot and BBQ dishes
  5. Explore Nguyen Thien Thuat apartment
  6. Visit Cambodian Market and night food area
  7. Enjoy dessert and drinks
  8. Return to meeting poin

Detail Itinerary

Meeting Point – Start Food Journey
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04:00 PM or 06:00 PM: Meet your guide at the starting point in District 1
Address: Bun Bo Xua – 148 bis Le Thi Rieng

Begin your walking food adventure by tasting one of the best noodle soups in Saigon – Bun Bo Hue, a rich and flavorful beef noodle soup different from Pho.

Saigon Walking Food Tour – Local Street Food Experience

Move to Local Districts – Street Food Exploration
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After the first stop, take a taxi with your guide to leave the tourist area and head to District 3 and District 10. At the next stop, enjoy Banh Khot – small crispy rice pancakes served with shrimp and fresh vegetables.

Continue walking along streets filled with local food vendors and taste Bo La Lot – grilled beef wrapped in betel leaves, a popular Vietnamese dish.

Saigon Walking Food Tour – Local Street Food Experience

Taste Iconic Saigon Street Food
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Next, enjoy Banh Mi – the famous Vietnamese baguette with a mix of meat, butter, herbs, and vegetables. Walk through local streets to experience daily life and observe how locals eat, cook, and live.

Saigon Walking Food Tour – Local Street Food Experience

Nguyen Thien Thuat Apartment – Local Life Experience
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Visit Nguyen Thien Thuat old apartment, one of the oldest residential areas in Saigon.

Climb up the buildings to see how multiple generations live together and observe the contrast between old and modern architecture.

Here, enjoy Chuoi Nuong – grilled banana with coconut milk, a well-known Vietnamese dessert.

Saigon Walking Food Tour – Local Street Food Experience

Cambodian Market and Night Food Area
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Continue walking to the Cambodian Market.

Taste Banh Trang Nuong (Saigon pizza) and Crispy Banana Cracker, one of the most popular local snacks.

Explore the night food market, where you can see a variety of street vendors and experience the lively atmosphere.

Saigon Walking Food Tour – Local Street Food Experience

Dessert and Drinks – End of Tour
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Finish your food journey with dessert such as flan cake, sweet soup, or ice cream at a local spot. Enjoy drinks including kumquat juice and jasmine tea while learning about Vietnamese tea culture. After the tour, your guide will assist you with a taxi back to your accommodation if needed.

Saigon Walking Food Tour – Local Street Food ExperienceEnd of the tour.

Inclusions

English-speaking guide
All food and drinks listed in itinerary
Food hygiene and safety guaranteed
Rain poncho if needed

Exclusions

Personal expenses
VAT

For Children

👶 1 to 3 years old: Free of charge
👶 5 to 9 years old: 75%
👶 From 10 years old: 100% as adult

Price

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Travel Tips

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Bring cash for personal expenses
  • Inform guide in advance for dietary requirements
  • Come hungry to enjoy all dishes
  • Be ready to walk and explore local areas

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