Explore Hanoi’s Guild Street, master traditional coffee brewing, and support LGBT-owned businesses. Immerse in Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage and artisanal traditions.
- Old Quarter - Start your walking tour at Kim Ngan Communal House on Hang Bac Street. Discover the age-old craft of silver making, a tradition upheld for generations in this neighborhood. Delve into the methods and artistry behind creating exquisite silverware.
Stroll along Hang Buom Street, famously known as Candy Street. Be captivated by the vibrant displays of traditional Vietnamese sweets and candies, and perhaps indulge in some local delicacies along the way.
Then, make your way to Lan Ong Street to immerse yourself in the lively world of herbal medicine. Uncover the various herbs and natural remedies integral to traditional Vietnamese medicine.
Continue to Lo Ren Street to meet the last blacksmith in Hanoi, who passionately carries on the family trade. Observe the expert craftsmanship as he transforms metal into detailed tools and implements.
Walk past Hang Thiec - Tin Street, where you can watch artisans fashioning metal kitchen utensils using age-old techniques.
- Old Quarter - Wrap up your walking tour at Hang Quat Street, where you’ll learn about the creation of worship items such as incense, votive paper, and ceremonial goods.
Conclude your tour with a delightful experience at a local LGBTQ+-friendly cafe. Participate in a filtered coffee and egg coffee demonstration, mastering the art of brewing traditional Vietnamese coffee and crafting the creamy egg coffee, a cherished Hanoi specialty.
- Bottled water
- LGBTQ+ local guide
- Filtered and Egg Coffee making class
- Tips for guide and coffee class instructor
- Travel insurance
- Extra drinks
Step into the enchanting world of Hanoi’s Guild Street, where artisans’ skills are woven into the fabric of tradition. Amidst the bustling lanes, discover centuries-old crafts from silversmithing to herbal medicine. Each alley whispers stories of craftsmanship, echoing with the timeless essence of Vietnam’s cultural heritage.
Learn the art of brewing traditional Vietnamese coffee and master the technique of making creamy egg coffee, a beloved Hanoi specialty. Savor your freshly brewed beverages as you reflect on the rich cultural heritage and artisanal traditions of the Old Quarter
Not only gaining an insight into Hanoi’s history but you are also supporting the local LGBT-owned businesses to spread out inclusiveness and diversity in the tourism industry.
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