The first destination on our fantastic city tour is a cozy local spot to enjoy Banh Beo. This is a must-try item when you explore The Haiphong street food. Our Banh Beo is a large, soft steamed rice cake wrapped in a fragrant banana leaf. It is filled with incredibly tasty minced pork and wood-ear mushrooms. We will serve it with a hot, savory bone broth dipping sauce. Starting your morning with this warm, comforting dish will give you plenty of energy for the exciting day ahead.

Leaving the quiet pagoda, it is time to dive back into The Haiphong street food. We will treat you to our city’s signature dish: Banh Da Cua, or red crab noodle soup. This bowl is a masterpiece of flavors. The wide, chewy red noodles are bathed in a rich, sweet broth made from fresh field crabs. Topped with pork rolls, fish cakes, and fresh greens, it is incredibly satisfying. No city tour is complete without tasting this legendary local favorite!

Once your stomach is full and happy, our city tour will take you to the Haiphong Opera House. This grand building features stunning French colonial architecture. It stands proudly in a large, open square where locals love to gather. You will have plenty of time to take photos and admire the beautiful yellow walls and tall white pillars. It is a brilliant reminder of the city’s rich history and a highlight of our trip.

Next, we will bring you to the imposing Statue of Female General Le Chan. She is the brave founder of our city and a deeply respected national hero. Standing in front of this giant bronze monument is a powerful experience. We will share fascinating historical stories about her courage and leadership. This monument beautifully connects the past to the present, making your journey much more meaningful before we explore more of The Haiphong street food.

After visiting the statue of Female General Le Chan, you will definitely crave something sweet and refreshing. It is time to experience the dessert side of The Haiphong street food. We will take you to enjoy sweet coconut soup, a rich and creamy sweet soup with soft jelly. We will also serve you our famous local coconut coffee. This drink mixes strong, bold coffee with a thick, sweet coconut slush. Sitting at a lively local cafe, sipping this icy treat, is an absolute joy. It is a highly requested stop on our tour.

Feeling refreshed, we will move to our next exciting landmark. Our city tour will bring you to the famous Swing Bridge, locally known as Cau Quay. This heavy iron bridge has a unique mechanical history. In the old days, it could rotate to let large ships pass through the busy river. Standing by the water, you can enjoy the cool river breeze and watch the peaceful flow. It is a fantastic spot to take pictures and watch the afternoon sky change colors.

As the sun begins to set, we have one final culinary surprise for you. We will introduce you to a legendary combo of The Haiphong street food. You will taste Banh Mi Cay, our famous spicy mini breadsticks. They are crispy, filled with rich pate, and topped with a fiery local chili sauce. We pair this with a cup of daisy tea, a fragrant and slightly bitter chrysanthemum tea. Enjoying this on a small sidewalk stool is the most authentic way to experience our city tour.