Cheap Hanoi: real prices (2026)

Hanoi on a budget: what travellers and locals actually pay in Hanoi. Ranges in VND with an approximate euro equivalent. Use them to haggle and to spot when you're being overcharged.

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Food & drink

Item or service	Usual price	≈ euros
Water 1.5 L (shop)Local shop	10,000–15,000 VND	0.34–0.51 €
PhởStreet stall	40,000–70,000 VND	1.36–2.37 €
Iced milk coffeeLocal café	25,000–45,000 VND	0.85–1.53 €
Bia hơi beerStreet stall	10,000–20,000 VND	0.34–0.68 €

Transport

Item or service	Usual price	≈ euros
Grab bike short rideIn-app price	15,000–35,000 VND	0.51–1.19 €

Tours & activities

Item or service	Usual price	≈ euros
Ha Long Bay cruise (day trip)Booked on the spot (local agency) · See online	900,000–1,800,000 VND	31–61 €
Water puppet show ticketOfficial ticket office (foreigners) · See online	150,000–200,000 VND	5.08–6.78 €

Sights & leisure

Item or service	Usual price	≈ euros
1-h cyclo ridePrice agreed beforehand	150,000–250,000 VND	5.08–8.47 €

Cheapest things in Hanoi

Local prices for the cheapest essentials in Hanoi, to travel on a budget:

Water 1.5 L (shop): 10,000–15,000 VND (0.34–0.51 €)
Bia hơi beer: 10,000–20,000 VND (0.34–0.68 €)
Grab bike short ride: 15,000–35,000 VND (0.51–1.19 €)
Iced milk coffee: 25,000–45,000 VND (0.85–1.53 €)
Phở: 40,000–70,000 VND (1.36–2.37 €)
Water puppet show ticket: 150,000–200,000 VND (5.08–6.78 €)

Cheap tours in Hanoi

Water puppet show ticket: 150,000–200,000 VND (5.08–6.78 €) · See online
Ha Long Bay cruise (day trip): 900,000–1,800,000 VND (31–61 €) · See online

Where to eat cheap in Hanoi

Water 1.5 L (shop): 10,000–15,000 VND (0.34–0.51 €)
Bia hơi beer: 10,000–20,000 VND (0.34–0.68 €)
Iced milk coffee: 25,000–45,000 VND (0.85–1.53 €)
Phở: 40,000–70,000 VND (1.36–2.37 €)

Cheap transport in Hanoi

Grab bike short ride: 15,000–35,000 VND (0.51–1.19 €)

Tips to travel cheap in Hanoi

Always pay in VND: paying in euros or dollars usually costs more.
Ask and agree the price before getting in a taxi or starting a tour.
Eat where locals eat, away from the most touristy streets.
Compare tours at several agencies or book online at a fixed price.
Before paying, check on YourLocalPrice whether the price is fair.

Common scams in Hanoi

Fruit sellers posing for photosThey put the pole on your shoulder for a photo, then sell you overpriced fruit.

FAQ

Is Hanoi cheap?

Yes, Hanoi is cheap if you pay local prices: water 1.5 l (shop) 10,000–15,000 VND. Visitors who don't know the prices often pay 2 to 5 times more.

How much money do I need per day in Hanoi?

Excluding accommodation, at local prices you can get by in Hanoi on about 2.03–6.1 € (60,000–180,000 VND) a day for food, water and transport.

What are the cheapest tours in Hanoi?

Some of the most popular ones and their local price: Water puppet show ticket (150,000–200,000 VND), Ha Long Bay cruise (day trip) (900,000–1,800,000 VND).

Where can I eat cheap in Hanoi?

At street stalls and simple restaurants in Hanoi: Water 1.5 L (shop) (10,000–15,000 VND), Bia hơi beer (10,000–20,000 VND), Iced milk coffee (25,000–45,000 VND).

How much is a bottle of water in Hanoi?

In a shop in Hanoi, a 1.5 L bottle usually costs 10,000–15,000 VND.

How do I avoid being overcharged in Hanoi?

Check the usual price before paying, always agree the price upfront and use the YourLocalPrice checker: type what they're asking and it tells you instantly if it's fair.