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Before your family trip to Hanoi, here are 5 things we wish every parent knew - from picky eaters to what kids actually remember.

Wondering if your kids will actually enjoy Hanoi? Here's what we've noticed guiding many families through their first few days in the city.

A realistic two to three day Hanoi plan for families, built around a child's pace rather than a checklist of sights.

How far kids can actually walk in Hanoi's Old Quarter, and how to plan breaks without losing the day.

What actually holds a child's attention in Hanoi's Old Quarter, beyond the standard list of sights.

The Hanoi dishes that even cautious young eaters tend to accept, and why they work.

A practical guide to visiting Hanoi with children: what actually works, what doesn't, and how to plan around a kid's pace instead of a guidebook's.

An honest look at safety in Hanoi for families: traffic, food and water, petty theft, healthcare access, and what actually needs your attention as a parent.

Real, practical things parents wish they'd known before bringing kids to Hanoi: heat, sidewalks, mealtimes, and small prep tips from a local family tour guide.

An honest local's guide to things to do in Hanoi with kids: real picks, what to skip, and a sample family day that actually works.

One of the most interesting Vietnamese traditional toys, and also one of the best Vietnamese souvenirs to bring home, is the bamboo dragonfly (chuồn chuồn tre). Small, colorful, and surprisingly balanced, this toy carries much more than playful fun. It carries stories of village life, the spirit of handmade craftsmanship, and a window into Vietnamese childhood where nature, patience, and creativity meet. For families visiting Hanoi, it’s not just a toy, it’s a cultural experi

A Hanoi Family Food Tour – January 20, 2026 Quality time with grandma and grandchildren - sounds like a perfect plan! Let’s welcome Elizabeth and three of her grandchildren joining our Taste of Hanoi tour for a very special trip together. Almost everything was new to the kids, and they happily tried every dish and praised each new flavor. Among all the local eateries Casey walked them through, “Bánh cuốn” – steamed rolled rice pancakes quickly became Elizabeth’s favorite for

A Cocoa and Coffee Workshop in Hanoi – Oct 5, 2025 Meet Daniel’s family of 3 from Australia at our Cocoa-Coffee Workshop! Kate and Daniel came to Hanoi for a short break, hoping little Mollie ( or “Monkey”, her nickname) could explore new culture and learn through experiences. And oh, what a fun and memorable day it was! Casey and Chihara - our passionate instructors guided our friends through the art of Vietnamese coffee: From the iconic egg coffee to the smooth coconut and

From crunchy bánh mì to bamboo dragonfly painting, Bridget’s family explored Hanoi’s Old Quarter, learned local crafts, and made memories they’ll never forget.

From crunchy bánh mì to bamboo dragonfly painting, Bridget’s family explored Hanoi’s Old Quarter, learned local crafts, and made memories they’ll never forget.

A Hanoi Family Food Tour – December 14th, 2025 What happens when two families from two different countries come together on a food tour? Different stories, one shared curiosity for Hanoi’s local life and food. Let’s join Deb’s and Monish’s families from Australia and India on our Taste of Hanoi food journey, a true Hanoi family food tour experience. The food adventure was full of surprises. From bánh rán (Vietnamese donuts), where the long line finally made sense after just o

A Hanoi Family Food Tour – October 1st, 2025 Say hello to Wanda’s lovely family of six from Australia, exploring Hanoi during a two-week family holiday. From the very start, we knew the day would be filled with laughter, curiosity, and great energy. With Casey as their companion for the day, Wanda’s family wandered through Hanoi’s streets on a Hanoi family food tour, discovering hidden gems, enjoying local street food, and learning the stories behind each dish. Our Aussie cre

A Fun Hanoi Food Tour – August 31st, 2025 From the very first “Hello,” Chantal’s lovely family of four from Australia brought sunshine to Hanoi’s streets. Let’s join them on today’s Hanoi food tour with us! Chihara - our companion guided everyone through Hanoi’s hidden gems, tasting local street food and uncovering the stories behind each dish. Among them all, “bánh cuốn” - steamed rolled rice pancakes and “bánh rán” - Vietnamese donuts became instant favorites. But today wa

A Memorable Food Tour in Hanoi – January 7th, 2026 What made Nicola and Karen’s group from the Netherlands and Canada choose to join our Taste of Hanoi wasn’t just the food, but the fun photos that show the way we connect people - with the guide, street vendors, and the everyday rhythm of Hanoi. We had a great time wandering through Hanoi’s streets, discovering hidden gems, trying lesser-known dishes and listening to the stories behind each dish from Cihara. “Bún riêu” - riv

Taste of Hanoi Food Tour – December 23rd, 2025 The perfect way to explore the flavors of Hanoi? Doing it as a big family reunion! And for Julie’s family, our Taste of Hanoi tour was more than a food journey, it was the very first time returning to Vietnam together as a three-generation Vietnamese-American family. They had imagined what Vietnam might look like, and had been familiar with Vietnamese food, but experiencing it in real life: eating where locals eat, sitting on tin