Free tour

Saigon by Night: Street Food Walk You Can’t Miss

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Ho Chi Minh City

Duration: 3 hours

Languages: English

Guru: Saigon Experiences

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Registered on 15 August 2023

Great to meet you. I'm Ben, the founder of a locally run tour company based in Saigon. With a background in tourism and over years of experience as a local guide, I decided it was time to share my own custom-tailored experiences with travelers. We are a team of passionate local guides devoted to sharing the true essence of Saigon through its food, culture, and hidden gems. From lively street food stalls and historic landmarks to scenic outdoor adventures, every tour is crafted to be authentic and unforgettable. Each experience is private and personalized, led by knowledgeable locals who do more than guide - they welcome you like a friend. With Saigon Experiences, you won’t just see Vietnam - you’ll feel it, taste it, and truly experience it. We are looking forward to going on the tour with you!

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Join us for an authentic evening food adventure through Saigon’s hidden local streets. As night falls and vendors open up, we’ll explore a non-touristy neighborhood, tasting small bites from North, Central, and South Vietnam.

You’ll enjoy 13+ food tastings, watch how dishes are made, take photos, and experience Saigon’s street food culture like a local. Feel free to eat as much as you want, or skip a few and just enjoy the vibes!

Highlights:

#1 Bo La Lot – Smoky, tender beef wrapped in aromatic herbs. Devour a Saigon specialty at this Michelin-chosen place.

#2 Chuoi Nep Nuong – Grilled bananas wrapped in their leaves, mixed with a sweet and salty mix, silky coconut milk. You will learn and see how the lady vendors can make 3000 cakes per day

#3 Pancake – A savory Vietnamese crepe, bright yellow and crispy, filled with shrimp, pork, and vegetables, serv ed with sweet chili sauce and pickled sweet sauce for dipping

#4 Mini Pancakes – A smaller version of the Vietnamese pancake, made from rice flour and deep-fried with shrimp, pork, or squid. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bite-sized perfection.

#5 Fresh Beer – Sip, stroll, and soak in the energy or Nướ́c Mía - Sweet, fresh Sugar Cane Juice

#6 Banh Trang Nuong - A delicious combination of melted butter, cheese, egg, and Vietnamese sausage

#7 Create Your Own Banh Mi: Hands-on: Make Your Own Authentic Banh Mi, a well-known baguette in the world with

Vietnamese sausage, butter, and meat.

#8 Seafoods – Try the best steamed scallops, grilled clams, snails with pepper, and one food challenge

#9 Beer or Solf Drink - Sip on a cold refreshment. Learn how to say cheers in Vietnamese

#10 Try the Best Dessert - Creamy coconut ice cream

#11 Happy Water - Traditional Vietnamese rice wine, if you want to try.

#12 Visiting the complex of the oldest communist apartments

#13 Discover hidden alleys that only locals know

#14 Visiting the biggest and most beautiful flower market

#15 Discover 100 food stalls at the street food night market

Note: Food and drinks are not included. On average, it costs around $7 USD per person, but if you eat a lot, it could be up to $15 USD per person. This depends entirely on your preferences. Please bring extra cash in Vietnamese Dong to pay local vendors directly, as they only accept Dong. We might have to skip some dishes if the vendors are not opening the food stalls on that day.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

District 1

Our meeting point is at 248 VO VAN TAN Street - Guta Cafe: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WzZDPc4DLqQ9hUG58

Outside visit

District 10

Outside visit

District 10

Outside visit

District 3

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.