Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour
Hoi An, Vietnam

Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour

Outty Ranking 67 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $10
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Outty Ranking

67/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour worth booking?

Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour is a 4-hour experience in Hoi An, Vietnam, from $10 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
67 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
4 hours
From
$10 per person

If there is one thing that draws visitors to Hoi An, it is the food. This evening walking tour introduces you to the signature flavors that have made Hoi An one of Vietnam's most celebrated food destinations. Explore the lantern-lit streets and riverside atmosphere of the Old Town while tasting a variety of local specialties at food stalls and family-run eateries. Rather than large meals, the tour features carefully selected tasting portions, allowing you to sample a wide range of dishes throughout the evening. Along the way, discover iconic Hoi An favorites such as Banh Mi and Cao Lau, along with several local snacks and sweet treats. The experience concludes at a cozy café, where you can enjoy dessert and a final chat with your guide and fellow travelers. The tour ends at approximately 8:00 PM.

What you get

    About this experience

    If there is one thing that draws visitors to Hoi An, it is the food. This evening walking tour introduces you to the signature flavors that have made Hoi An one of Vietnam's most celebrated food destinations. Explore the lantern-lit streets and riverside atmosphere of the Old Town while tasting a variety of local specialties at food stalls and family-run eateries. Rather than large meals, the tour features carefully selected tasting portions, allowing you to sample a wide range of dishes throughout the evening. Along the way, discover iconic Hoi An favorites such as Banh Mi and Cao Lau, along with several local snacks and sweet treats. The experience concludes at a cozy café, where you can enjoy dessert and a final chat with your guide and fellow travelers. The tour ends at approximately 8:00 PM.

    What's included

    Included

    • Bottled water
    • English speaking guide
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Dinner

    Not included

    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Your generous gratitude is really appreciated
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    What you'll see and do

    1. Hoi An Ancient Town

      Take a walking tour around Hoi An Old Town to see the well-preserved section & our tour introduces you to the signature tastes of Hoi An, a city that inspires food lovers worldwide. From food stalls, to local restaurants, dining on red plastic chairs. Enjoy the old quarter and its twinkling lanterns and the riverside views of the city while sampling the range of culinary treats that have placed Hoi An as one of the world’s most desirable food destinations. We balance our longer stops with a few quick bites and tasty treats en route. Our tour ends in a quiet coffee shop with sweets and a few last words with your guides and fellow foodies. The tour will conclude at approximately 8:00pm.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Hoi An

    Please gather at Viettown restaurant-127 Phan Chau Trinh street, Hoi An Town at least 5 minutes before the tour starts. We recommend arriving early to avoid missing any of the tour highlights

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Please gather at Viettown restaurant-127 Phan Chau Trinh street, Hoi An Town at least 5 minutes before the tour starts. We recommend arriving early to avoid missing any of the tour highlights

    Options you can book

    • Hoi An food taste & walking tour

    • Flexible pick-up

      Hoi An walking tour Duration: 5 hours Dinner/lunch Hotel - Hoi An New Air-conditioned Transport

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    WOWTRIP TRAVEL

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Photo opportunities

    1 mention

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Value for money

    1 mention

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    philiphN7991YE · July 2026

    Fantastic Private Hoi An Ancient City Tour!

    The tour was absolutely wonderful and an amazing way to see Hoi An and parts of Da Nang away from our hotel…..but it would not have been nearly as fantastic if it wasn’t for our incredible tour guide named Rin! He could not have been more welcoming, friendly, genuinely interested in us and what we wanted to get out of the tour and just our overall level of contentment and happiness from the different elements of the tour and what our day entailed! We went by marble Mountain in the Marvel making factory, and it was incredibly interesting and went on from there to the coconut boats, which werethe coconut grow from the water, and that was an insane and interesting experience and then off to the silk making factory Hoi An which was a perfect brief stop, but highly educational and interesting! He took us to the best local Bahn Mi little hole in the wall spot restaurant and we have an entire meal with two beers and a smoothie for six US dollars!!! We ended up walking tour of Hoi An ancient city where he was a brilliant narrator and answered all our questions and took us around various parts of the city, including a great tailor where we had some clothes custom-made for an incredibly cheap price (but very high-quality material and custom clothes)! We capped it off with a beautiful lantern boat ride on the river where we got to light the prayer, lanterns, and drop into the river…….. and then had a wonderful Vietnamese dinner at best restaurant called Morning Glory! Again, if it was not for Rin and his amazing friendly smile and personality the tour would not have been nearly the same! He is a driven and smart and interesting and passionate local guide that will make sure you have the best tour possible!!! Thank you to the tour company and esoecially Rin!!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Q4816XGallisonh · July 2026

    Superb tour and guide

    We loved this tour. It was private with our guide Rin and he made the tour special. His excited to show us and teach us and willingness to slow down in some spots and speed up in others was perfect. I couldn’t have imagined touring the area with anyone else. And the driver was so professional and always right where we needed him to be with the air conditioned car waiting for us. A most perfect day.

    via Tripadvisor

    I9755NZtimg · May 2025

    Hoi An, Taste & walking Tour

    My wife and I booked the, “Hoi An, Taste & Walking Tour” What an amazing experience with Rin, our tour guide. He took us to some of the most renowned spots in Hoi An and his knowledge of the area is incredible. My wife and I had such a fun time seeing the magnificent sites and tasting all the wonderful food on offer. By far one of the best tours we have ever done. 10/10 and an extra point for Rin as he serenaded us before dropping us back at our hotel. Highly recommended, especially the night time tour as it was just long enough but we were also given some free time to explore on our own. The people and places were amazing and the service was exceptional. So friendly and inviting. Tim & Laura

    Response from the operator: Dear Tim G, First of all, we would like to send our sincere thanks to you for sharing tour experience with Wowtrip. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the tour We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, Wowtrip

    via Tripadvisor

    WorldTravelinMom · August 2022

    Amazing My Son and Hoi An Combined Tour

    My two sons and I did a combined tour of visiting My Son temples in the morning and the Hoi An Food Tasting and Walking Tour in the afternoon. The tour guide was immensely knowledgeable and made great recommendations of what food to try. My youngest son who can be a rather picky eater at times was even happy. Our tour guide recommended great photo spots and offered to take photos for us so that we would have great memories to look back on with all of us in it. The guide sprinkled just enough history and culture into the conversation to be educational but not boring. He was immensely good with kids and showed genuine concern for our well being in dealing with the heat and humidity which we were not accustomed to. It was a great tour and definitely well worth the money spent.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $10 to $130
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by WOWTRIP TRAVEL, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.9.

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    Why this scores 67

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)26
    Booking momentum (14% weight)14
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)53
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hoi An.

    How much does Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour cost?

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    Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hoi An usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hoi An is not rushed.

    Is Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hoi An, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hoi An can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hoi An and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hoi An within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Hoi An?

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    On Outty we rank every Hoi An experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hoi An Ancient Town Walking Tour with a Local, Cooking Class Hoi An:Local Market, Basket Boat, Fishing & Cooking, Hoi An Cooking Class(Local Market, Basket Boat,Fishing &Cooking). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Hoi An?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Hoi An?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour?

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    Included: Bottled water; English speaking guide; All Fees and Taxes; and Dinner. Not included: Alcoholic beverages; Your generous gratitude is really appreciated; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour?

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    Please gather at Viettown restaurant-127 Phan Chau Trinh street, Hoi An Town at least 5 minutes before the tour starts. We recommend arriving early to avoid missing any of the tour highlights Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour?

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    Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Hoi An Food Tasting & walking-market tour?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Hoi An food taste & walking tour, Flexible pick-up. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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