Local Vietnam GuideDiscover Vietnam with a local friend
Not a packaged tour. Connect with real Vietnamese locals who love their hometown — the best pho, the hidden night market, a sidewalk coffee in Saigon.
Pick your spot — every city has vetted locals ready to show you around.
Our most-loved, ID-verified locals — hand-picked by traveler ratings.
Stories, guides & tips from local Vietnam.
Discover the best food in Binh Dinh, from Quy Nhon fish cake noodles and shrimp pancakes to bánh ít lá gai, bánh hỏi, and famous local specialties.
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Discover traditional Vietnamese folk games played at local festivals, from tug of war and human chess to wrestling, boat racing, and bamboo swings.
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Discover what happens at temple festivals in Vietnam and learn the meaning behind offerings, processions, prayers, traditional music, and folk rituals.
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Discover the Ba Chua Xu Festival in Chau Doc, Vietnam, a major southern pilgrimage featuring traditional ceremonies, local beliefs, and cultural activities.
ReadLocal Vietnam Guide connects travelers directly with verified local guides across Vietnam. You can chat with a local, book a personalized tour or service, and get insider recommendations for your trip.
Yes. Every guide submits ID or business documents and is manually reviewed by our team before their profile goes live, so you can travel with confidence.
Browsing and reading profiles is free. You can start a conversation with local guides at no cost; paid tours and services show their price upfront before you book.
Payments are handled securely by card (Stripe) or PayPal. For bookings, your money is held in escrow and released to the guide after your trip, protecting both sides.
We cover destinations across all regions of Vietnam — from Hanoi, Ha Long and Sapa in the north to Hoi An and Da Nang in the centre and Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta in the south.
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