Top Central Vietnam Classes & Workshops

Discover how Vietnamese coffee and Vietnamese culture go hand in hand—and learn to make delicious Vietnamese coffee at home—on this culture and coffee masterclass in Hoi An. You’ll uncover the history of Vietnamese coffee and learn about what makes Vietnamese coffee different from coffee in the rest of the world, as well as finding out how French colonization shaped Vietnamese coffee into what it is today.

Join a traditional lantern-making workshop – craft your own bamboo and paper lantern, write your wishes, and release them on the water. Bring home a souvenir with a difference, a lantern that you made yourself, after this fascinating class. Enjoy a peaceful boat ride along the Thu Bon River – admire the glowing lantern-lit town from the water. Make a wish and release your lantern – take part in a magical local tradition believed to carry your hopes to the skies.

You don't have to be an artist to participate in this lantern-making workshop in Hoi An's old town. Enjoy the atmosphere of this location while you create a unique souvenir to take home. Treat yourself to complimentary cake, tea, and coffee as you start the class. Choose from three courses: learn how to make lanterns, paint designs, or both. Plus, you can explore the shop for more souvenirs and decorations.

Learn more about Vietnamese culture through its food during this multi-activity small-group tour, without the hassle of booking separate excursions. Tour Hoi An’s fresh produce market to select the ingredients you’ll cook with. Then, set sail up the river in a bamboo basket boat and try fishing for crabs the Vietnamese way. In the kitchen, enjoy a hands-on cooking class and learn new skills. Enjoy eating your creations after.

Are you looking for an authentic immersion in a completely different culture? With My Grandma's Home Cooking Class, you will find what you came for and even more! An amazing and unforgettable experience mixed with learning about a new culture and sharing unique moments in a veritable local and family environment spiced up by the delicious flavors of Vietnam!

Experience pottery-making activity in Thanh Ha Pottery Village where you will not only see the beauty of traditional crafts but also enjoy peace & tranquility. Pottery making here is a family affair, passed down through the generations. Villagers make all sorts of useful pieces such as cups, jars, bowls, pots and the like. At Thanh Ha, pottery is more than just an industry - it’s a cherished tradition that has been kept alive for more than five centuries. Unlike many pottery studios that use molds, the artisans here shape each piece by hand and foot pedal without using molds, giving every item a distinctive and unique touch.The villagers are very kind and friendly so they love to share their heritage with the guests. You can also try new shapes and designs for fun.

Don’t just visit Hoi An — experience it like a local! Step beyond the usual tourist experience and spend a memorable day with a local Vietnamese family in the peaceful countryside of Hoi An. Shop like a local at a traditional market, discover fresh Vietnamese ingredients, cruise through the coconut forest in a traditional basket boat, then roll up your sleeves and cook authentic Vietnamese dishes with your hosts. After cooking, sit down together, share stories, laughter and a delicious family-style meal. It’s not simply a cooking class. It’s food, culture, nature and genuine local connection — all in one unforgettable Hoi An experience.

Travelers wanting to learn more about Vietnamese cuisine and rural life will love this fun half-day tour from Hoi An. Start with a market visit, where you’ll gather food for your cooking class. Then try fishing from a boat on the river, using traditional techniques, before arriving at the restaurant for your two-hour Vietnamese cooking class. Learn new skills that you can practice later at home.

Engage in a unique culinary adventure at Cocolocal Farm, where cooking transcends the kitchen and immerses you in the breathtaking beauty of Cam Thanh countryside. Set against serene shrimp ponds and lush tropical , this hands-on experience invites you to create iconic Vietnamese dishes like Banh Xeo, Pho, and Spring Rolls. Explore the local market to discover fresh ingredients and spices, then glide through the enchanting Bay Mau coconut forest in a basket boat. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families, this intimate class fosters a deeper connection with nature and Vietnamese culture. - Tranquil Garden Setting: Surrounded by shrimp ponds and a lush tropical garden. - Hands-On Cooking: Learn to prepare iconic dishes like Banh Xeo, Pho, papaya salad and Spring Rolls. - Local Market Tour: Discover spices,Taste the seasons through Vietnam’s freshest tropical fruits, ingredients, and how locals shop. - Basket Boat Adventure: Glide through the iconic Bay Mau coconut forest.

This cooking class in Hoi An packs three experiences into less than a day. In addition to cooking Vietnamese recipes, you will visit a market and learn how to pick good produce. After a basket boat ride, test your skills and see if you can catch any crabs. The small class size of up to 11 people means you get more personalized attention from the teacher.

Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Making: Craft Your Own Vietnamese Chocolate Immerse yourself in an authentic bean-to-bar chocolate experience in the heart of Da Lat. Guided by local chocolatiers, you'll journey through the entire traditional process—from tasting fresh cacao fruits and husking roasted beans to grinding cacao paste with a mortar and pestle. Handcraft, decorate, and package your very own customized chocolate bar to take home. This interactive, educational, and sensory-rich workshop offers a unique taste of Vietnam's local cacao culture, perfect for families, couples, and food lovers of all ages!

Experience the flavors of Hue in this small-group Vietnamese cooking class and market visit. Your day will start with a trip to a local food market where you’ll learn about daily life in Hue and traditional ingredients. You’ll then head back to the kitchen for a cooking class with a local chef, where you’ll learn how to make several different dishes, before sitting down and enjoying your meal together.

Continuing the success of our first branch in Hanoi, we proudly introduce Da Nang branch offering foreign friends a culinary voyage through Central Vietnam's local recipes and culture. Join us! It's not just just a cooking activity, it's also an immersive cultural experience. Let's savor and share the flavors of middle Vietnam. Our class includes a market visit where you can learn about local products and understand thoroughly the stories behind each dish. Our menu choice for the join-in class is diverse and well balanced including both popular and well-known delicious dishes in the local, that we want to introduce to you. The menu is also selected based on its flexibility so we can adjust the class to meet each dietary requirements.

Experience creating your own Vietnamese lantern, believed to be a symbol of luck, happiness, and wealth. Pick out your favorite color, decorate it as you like, and take it home as a souvenir.

Don't know what and where to eat in Da Nang? Why not join us for a culinary journey to immerse in the local culture and cuisine in addition to enjoy the best foods of Da Nang made by you. Our passionate and experienced instructors will not only teach you how to make the famous specialty menus but also can answer to all your questions that you always have been curious about. Our class includes a market trip in the beginning of the class so you can also understand thoroughly the ingredients and possible replacements back home.

Embark on a Vietnamese culinary adventure with this cooking class in Da Nang or Hoi An. During this hands-one experience, you’ll learn to prepare and cook four Vietnamese dishes, which you get to enjoy afterwards. Includes transfers from central Da Nang or Hoi An and recipes to take home afterwards.

If you are visiting Hoi An old town, and you want to see how is the local working here with our lantern masters. You can buy the lanterns very easy here but if you make one by yourself and you will remember the whole trip. this class is unique because you will make a foldable lantern the one you can fold down to put in your bag. The feeling on the bamboo and silk will make you find your inner artisrt....

Colored lanterns are a symbol of Hoi An, where locals believe they bring happiness, luck, and wealth. Bring home a souvenir with a difference, a lantern that you made yourself, after this fascinating class. Choose from a wealth of different silks then work with your instructor to craft a bamboo frame and create your lantern, which will fold away neatly into your luggage. Your class includes a Vietnamese tea tasting.

Escape Hoi An’s crowds for a 3-hour wood carving adventure in secret Gonoi village. Craft your frame with Renowned Master Artisan and Enjoy A hands-on experience blending culture, craft, and countryside charm. • Starting time: 9a.m / 10a.m / 1p.m / 2p.m everyday on the way from Hoi An to our workshop, you’ll pass through serene rice fields, winding rivers, and charming countryside scenery. Take your time, soak in the beauty of rural Vietnam, and enjoy a moment of peace away from the crowds. Woodart Vietnam is internationally recognized — featured by Marvel Studios (“What If…? Foosball Table”), Bandai Namco, Black Myth: Wukong, Jinro ,.... With 1M+ YouTube subscribers, their art inspires fans across the globe.

Hoi An Lantern Making Class is a hands-on cultural experience where travelers can create a traditional Vietnamese lantern in the heart of Hoi An. Guided by a local instructor, guests receive a brief introduction to the history and meaning of Hoi An lanterns, then follow step-by-step instructions to complete a foldable silk lantern. This activity is ideal for culture lovers and travelers interested in local experiences, as well as creative guests who enjoy handicrafts. The class is safe, interactive, and easy to follow, making it suitable for families with children. For travelers with limited time, this workshop offers a meaningful cultural experience in a short duration, with the added benefit of taking home a handmade lantern as a unique souvenir. With small group sizes, all materials included, and personal guidance, the class provides a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and a genuine connection to Hoi An’s traditional culture.

Learn the secrets of traditional Vietnamese cuisine from a local chef at her home. Accompanied by your host, Jolie, shop for fresh ingredients at the market, visit a local coffee house, then prepare a variety of Vietnamese dishes and pick up plenty of tips and techniques to help you recreate them back home. Finally, sit down to enjoy a delicious homemade lunch.

Featured in Food & Wine magazine's May 2026 roundup of top culinary experiences in Vietnam. Our restaurant has been an institution since 2004, with locations in Cat Ba, Hanoi and Hoian. Head Chef Hai Nguyen is renowned throughout Vietnam for his creative and modern approach to traditional dishes. At our cooking school, students learn from the best; not just traditional recipes, but also tips and tricks for preparing food in your home kitchen. All of this in our heritage-listed building in the heart of the ancient town!

Enhance your culinary skills during a private Vietnamese cooking class that not only teaches you to make classic dishes using fresh ingredients, but also includes coffee tasting and a visit to a market, vegetable garden, and noodle factory. Plus, this private tour ensures that you’ll enjoy undivided attention from your cooking instructor.