
Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 322 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour worth booking?
Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour is a 4-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $49 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 322 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 80 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (322)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $49 per person
For most first-time guests, the haste of Ho Chi Minh City can be a overwhelming prospect. In the event that there’s one thing to be experienced on the roads of Ho Chi Minh City, it’s the nourishment. Leaded by a local guide, you’ll encounter six famous and true dishes, a few hailing straightforwardly from Vietnam’s southern locale for a genuine sense of Saigon. From bun thit nuong to banh xeo to kem dua, you’ll taste Anthony Bourdain’s favorite cuisine—direct from locals’ favorite home bases.
What you get
About this experience
For most first-time guests, the haste of Ho Chi Minh City can be a overwhelming prospect. In the event that there’s one thing to be experienced on the roads of Ho Chi Minh City, it’s the nourishment. Leaded by a local guide, you’ll encounter six famous and true dishes, a few hailing straightforwardly from Vietnam’s southern locale for a genuine sense of Saigon. From bun thit nuong to banh xeo to kem dua, you’ll taste Anthony Bourdain’s favorite cuisine—direct from locals’ favorite home bases.
What's included
Included
- Dinner
- Transportation by taxi and then we will walk to each food stalls
- All foods and drinks
- Free hotel pick-up and drop off in districts 1, 3. Please add extra 5$ if you're outside of that
- Friendly English speaking tour guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
What you'll see and do
Your local street food tour guide, who is extremely passionate about Vietnamese street cuisine, will pick you up from your hotel by taxi before taking you on your culinary excursion to a non-tourist sector and our first stop will be at a famous local restaurant (over 30 years opening) in district 3 specializing in “Bánh Mì Thịt Nướng” (Southern Banh Mi Style with marinated beef).
60 minutes here
You continue to immerse yourself in delectable cuisine as you make your way to the food alleys in the centre of the street food district, where you can sample a tasty "Bún Bò" Lemongrass Beef Noodles Soup, prepared by a local chef with more than 25 years of experience. Next up on your food adventure is "Bánh Cuốn" - Steamed rice rolls. Inside each piece of rolls, the sweet aroma of the mixture of pork, chopped onions, Jicama, mushrooms, salt, fish sauce, and black pepper, all lightly stir-fried before steaming will tantalize the taste eaters’ buds. You will experience the perfect fusion of 4 delicious flavors just after the first bite.
60 minutes here
Take a stroll down a street where "all kinds of street foods" are sold before going to a popular restaurant with the neighbourhood to taste "Bánh xèo" and “Bánh Khọt” (South and Central rice pancakes), one of the most popular and extremely traditional dishes in southern of Vietnam , and learn how they are made from a chef with over 20 years experience.
60 minutes here
At the night flower market, round up your Saigon street food walking tour with a delicious dessert like coconut ice cream, or coconut ice cream blended with an avocado smoothie. Your local guide will ride in a cab with you so you may return to your lodging.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ho Chi Minh City
Go to the corner of Dong Khoi and Cong Truong Lam Son Street, you will get to the Opera House, which is next to the Caravelle Sai Gon Hotel and be opposite to the Louis Vuitton store. Or you can use Google Map for searching the address with the name: Ho Chi Minh City Opera House.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Go to the corner of Dong Khoi and Cong Truong Lam Son Street, you will get to the Opera House, which is next to the Caravelle Sai Gon Hotel and be opposite to the Louis Vuitton store. Or you can use Google Map for searching the address with the name: Ho Chi Minh City Opera House.
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 20 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Saigon Street Food Paradise
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 321 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
321 verified traveler reviews for Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Authentic local Vietnam experience
Fabulous walking tour round hidden streets outside of HoChi Minh District 1 . Eating like the locals - Nhu is a Genious at finding the very tastiest treats - after discovering guest preference . We ate to our fill - such delicious morsels , ending in fresh coconut rounded off with avocado & ice cream … it’s a must try , quite delicious . If an experience of real Vietnam wanted - try it - it’s an enjoyable way to spend an evening . Everyone’s specialises in something different , their back streets are thriving with happy smiling calm people . Ps the BBQ pork is the best in the world following a family receipe handed through the generations … get down and try it , but you’ll need Nhu to find it ….
via Tripadvisor
Eating my way through HCMC!
What a fun, entertaining and oh so filling evening. Nhu is an exceptional guide . So full of information and took me to delicious places I’d never find on my on . Anyone coming to Ho Chi Minh City must do this tour with Nhu. I wish I had more time here so I could do it again.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing food tour
Tony (Hieu) is an amazing guide His English is excellent He communicates well before tour Food was outstanding , we sampled many delicious things in hidden local gems away from the tourist places He picked us up from our hotel lobby and dropped us off afterward He is a pleasure to spend time with Highly recommended
via Tripadvisor
Best food tour in Saigon / Ho Chi Minh City
Tony (Hieu) was an amazing guide He took us to local places we would never find / small family run gems - hidden away in alleys and backstreets away from the usual tourist spots Everything we had was delicious! His English is excellent and he is a pleasure to talk with He picked us up at our hotel lobby and dropped us there afterward Good communication before tour as well
via Tripadvisor
Amazing food tour !
Tony (Hieu) is a fabulous guide! He speaks perfect English and is a lot of fun to spend the evening with He took us to several hidden gems - local places to try a variety of foods - all delicious! He explained everything in detail from ingredients to the cooking process , plus gave us some cultural background as well Best guide we had in our 3 week trip ! Highly recommended
via Viator
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
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 113
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 80
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.
How much does Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour cost?
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Prices start at $49 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ho Chi Minh City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Saigon Evening Walking Street Food 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 Ho Chi Minh City is not rushed.
Is Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 322 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Saigon Evening Walking Street Food 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 Saigon Evening Walking Street Food 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 Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour?
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Around 113 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 Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Saigon Evening Walking Street Food 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 Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City?
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On Outty we rank every Ho Chi Minh City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cai Be Mekong Delta Tour: Cooking Class, Cycling & Craft Villages, Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta 1 Day Tour With Small Group. 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 Ho Chi Minh City?
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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 Ho Chi Minh City?
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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 Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour?
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Included: Dinner; Transportation by taxi and then we will walk to each food stalls; All foods and drinks; Free hotel pick-up and drop off in districts 1, 3. Please add extra 5$ if you're outside o; and Friendly English speaking tour guide. Not included: Gratuities; and Items of a personal nature. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 44 listed pickup locations in and around Ho Chi Minh City. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Saigon Evening Walking Street Food 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 Saigon Evening Walking Street Food 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.
What happens to Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Ho Chi Minh City. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Saigon Evening Walking Street Food Tour?
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Across 322 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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