Top Hanoi Art Classes

Craft a personalized silver piece in a hands-on workshop in Hanoi, where traditional Vietnamese silversmithing meets your creativity. Guided by local artisans, you'll learn essential techniques such as cutting, bending, and polishing while working with high-quality 925 sterling silver. Begin by sketching your design or selecting from handcrafted samples, and enhance your piece with optional gold plating or gemstone accents. Experience the joy of transforming raw silver into a stunning accessory, culminating in a one-of-a-kind souvenir that encapsulates your journey in Vietnam.

Discover the secrets of traditional Vietnamese pottery without a time-consuming trip to one of the country’s rural ceramics villages. In this half-day pottery class, learn how to make all sorts of clay creations from a master artisan direct from Bat Trang, one of the country’s oldest ceramics villages. Get personalized guidance and answers to all your questions in this private session – no fighting to be heard from the back of the class.

Looking for a unique and meaningful experience in Hanoi? Join us at Mộc Thôn, where you’ll carve your own wooden keepsake from reclaimed or flood-fallen timber that has been lovingly restored. Begin by choosing your block of wood, each with its own natural patterns and history. With simple tools and friendly guidance, you’ll learn how to shape, smooth, and finish your piece whether it’s a board, coaster, or a small figure that reflects your personality. The workshop is calm, creative, and welcoming to all skill levels. You’ll enjoy Vietnamese tea, gentle music, and stories from local craft traditions. When you finish, your artwork will be placed in a handmade cloth bag to take home. Mộc Thôn is also a creative hub supporting emerging local artists, so you’ll have the chance to visit a mini art gallery and support the community. Leave with a beautiful handmade piece and a heartfelt memory of Hanoi.

A calm and nurturing environment awaits children aged 5–11 at art studio in Tây Hồ. Designed to promote creativity and skill development, these classes offer hands-on sessions in drawing and contemporary art. Kids will learn essential techniques like shapes and light as they create imaginative projects inspired by modern artists. Taught by graduates from the Vietnam University of Fine Arts, this program includes all materials and opportunities for exhibition submissions, ensuring a thorough art experience throughout the course.

A peaceful art studio hidden in a quiet garden in Tây Hồ — the perfect escape from Hanoi’s busy streets. Our drawing session is designed for beginners and travelers who want a calm, creative break during their trip. What makes this experience special: • Real art guidance from friendly instructors, not a “paint & sip” party • Hands-on learning with pencils, charcoal, and simple still-life objects • Relaxing, quiet environment ideal for solo travelers, couples, or friends • A meaningful Hanoi souvenir — take home your finished artwork • Expat- and traveler-friendly English-speaking instructors • Small groups for focused, personal attention It’s a simple but memorable way to connect with Hanoi’s creative side.

Looking for a unique last-minute activity this weekend in Hanoi? Whether you're a curious traveler, an expat looking to explore something new, or an artist needing a creative warm-up, our Life Model Drawing session is the perfect experience. Join us this upcoming weekend for an inspiring session with professional models in a cozy, thoughtfully curated setting. No experience needed – our friendly instructors offer guidance in English, making it accessible for complete beginners. Located in the vibrant Tay Ho area, this is more than just a drawing class – it's a chance to connect, create, and enjoy a relaxing, art-filled moment in Hanoi. Come solo or bring a friend – explore your creativity and make your weekend memorable!

Hi everyone! I’m Nguyen , a professional portrait and street photographer based in Hanoi—I’ve shot on the streets of India, Europe, America, and Africa. Join me on my daily photo adventures as we explore the city’s vibrant corners, capture hidden moments, and play with color. Perfect for all levels: Phone shooters: Discover your device’s strengths, work around its limits, and get pro tips to elevate your shots. Experienced photographers: Dive into insider spots, advanced techniques, and local insights. Can’t wait to explore Hanoi with you!

You have a choice of standard, deluxe, or VIP first class seats to the Thang Long Water Puppet Theater in Hanoi. Book your entrance ticket and skip the line with priority seating. The unique puppetry performance is done on the water, accompanied by storytelling and music. Choose a showtime to fit your sightseeing schedule.

Craft your own traditional Vietnamese knife Learn from a master blacksmith with over 40 years of experience Take home a unique, personalized handmade souvenir Create a custom, fully functional blade to use at home

Book painting class now to get creative and take beautiful pottery home with you. Today, We bring the Ceramics pottery painting workshop to you right in the heart of Hanoi's old quarter, at 115 Hang Gai, Hoan Kiem. Here you can join a cermics painting workshop with experienced teacher from bat trang ceramics village. You will get to learn about the history and basics of Bat Trang pottery painting. Practice painting with ideas in 2.5 hour. And learn how to glaze products Please plan your schedule accordingly in order to pick up and take the products you’ve painted ( we need 1-2days to fire your products) Slots for class: In the morning 8h30 to 11h00 or in the afternoon 14h00 to 16h30 Price is 28 usd per person, include one products to paint ( you take more you will pay more from 2 usd) Ceramics color Tools to paint Painting wheel Glaze Meeting point: 115 Hang Gai, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi ( Authentic bat trang Ceramics shop and workshop)

Skip the lines and the hassle with this book-ahead service that includes water puppet show entrance tickets and delivery to your Hanoi hotel. Choose from several showtimes to fit your travel schedule and wait for tickets to be delivered to you. Arrive at the theater 15 minutes before showtime and prepare to experience one of Vietnam's most memorable traditional art forms live on stage.

Learn to cook like a local during this lesson in Hanoi. After meeting up with an informative instructor in the historic Old Quarter, head to the city’s largest market and learn about the basics of Vietnamese cooking. Pick the best produce and spices, then cook several authentic dishes. Afterward, enjoy your creations while sipping complimentary rice wine.

Combine cuisine, culture, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) all in one experience on this half-day cooking class in Hanoi. Learn to cook Vietnamese dishes in a local villa while supporting meaningful CSR programs. Visit a vibrant market, enjoy an eco-friendly setup, and benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off within Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This hands-on class offers cultural stories, fresh ingredients, and a full Vietnamese meal.

In the historic Da Sy blacksmith village, immerse yourself in the ancient craft of knife making alongside Vietnam's only master artisan. This hands-on workshop allows you to heat, hammer, and shape steel into a unique knife while learning timeless techniques passed down through generations. Under expert guidance, personalize your knife with a carved handle and engraving of your name on the blade, ensuring that this handcrafted piece embodies your own story. Share in the rich history of the village and create a lasting memory as you forge your own functional art piece. Worldwide shipping available

- Expert Finishing Service: After you shape your items, we handle the complex glazing and firing process to ensure durability and shine. - Worldwide Shipping Support: We carefully package and arrange delivery of your finished jewelry to your hotel or ship it internationally to your home address. - Memories Captured: Put your phone away and enjoy the moment. We act as your personal photographer with professional gear to document your process. - Boutique Hospitality: Enjoy unlimited tea, coffee, and local snacks in a private, air conditioned studio. Start with a warm welcome and refreshments. We will guide you through the tactile process of shaping clay, adding textures, and refining details for your jewelry pieces. You will have full creative freedom to make a set of accessories. Since ceramics require time to dry and fire in the kiln, your raw creations will be entrusted to us for the final steps. The finished, glazed jewelry will be delivered to you, ready to wear or gift.

The Perfume Pagoda is one of the most important religious sites for Buddhists in Vietnam, but getting there alone is a challenge. This full-day tour from Hanoi takes you to Huong Tich Cave, reached via rowboat along scenic waterways. You'll climb steep mountain paths into the limestone cliffs and visit centuries-old temples with your guide.

A cooking class is the easiest way to learn the art of Vietnamese food—as you’ll get instruction, equipment, and transportation provided. Visit a local market to explore Vietnamese daily life and choose fresh vegetables for your dishes followed by a cooking lesson in a villa. Make five several dishes with step-by-step guidance, and then savor your creations with your fellow cooks. A choice of time slots is included.

This workshop is more than a craft class – it's a doorway into the soulful world of Vietnamese culture, where beauty is made by hand and stories are woven into every thread. You’ll experience a rare and meaningful tradition that exists only in Vietnam: the art of Cói weaving – using natural sedge harvested in wetlands and shaped through centuries of knowledge passed from mother to daughter. Unlike commercial souvenirs, you’ll make your own eco-friendly artwork, guided by a local artisan who carries the memory of her ancestors’ hands. The space itself is quiet and warm, designed to help you slow down, breathe deeply, and create with intention. As you weave, you’ll also learn about Vietnamese values – simplicity, harmony, and resilience – through stories, rituals, and friendly conversation. This experience is perfect for mindful travelers, cultural seekers, and anyone looking for a gift that carries real meaning. Only in Vietnam – only in this moment – only with your own two hands

Unleash your creativity in the tranquil environment of Art Tutor Hanoi, where you'll dive into the delightful world of zines. Under the guidance of Thu Trang, a talented painter and graphic designer, collaborate with fellow participants to craft a unique handmade publication. From brainstorming themes to utilizing various art materials like markers and oil pastels, every step encourages self-expression and creativity. Conclude the workshop by packaging your zine in a handmade envelope, making it a perfect keepsake from your artistic journey in Hanoi.

Get FREE E-SIM when you book this tour This hands-on workshop is perfect for art lovers, craft enthusiasts, and anyone eager to explore traditional Vietnamese craftsmanship. Discover the beauty of mosaic art and take home your very own handmade piece as a lasting memory of your creative journey in this vibrant village.

When it comes to practicing street photography, Hanoi is one of the best cities in the world because of its vibrancy, full of life, full of character, conflicts but also harmony between the tradition and the modern. After years of researching its culture and capturing its daily life, Hanoi's streets and markets still amaze and inspire me everyday. Street Photography is not only my passion but also for training my visual, creative thinking, discovering my city's culture and my way of meditation.

Immerse the traditional cultural experience in Hanoi. Have a chance to learn a brand new skill and get a chance take home a beautiful piece you made from scratch. Introduced to Vietnam by Chinese calligraphers centuries ago, Vietnamese calligraphy has evolved over time into different modern styles, each style designed to communicate something different to its reader. In this short class led by a renowned local calligrapher, learn some of the techniques used by modern Vietnamese calligraphers. With those techniques, create your own unique piece of calligraphy art to take home as a memory of your Vietnam adventure.

This truly unique experience was created together with a renowned photographer Frederik Wissink. Originally from Canada, Fred spent more than half of his life in Asia, calling Vietnam his home for the last 17 years. Since he moved to this amazing country, Fred has been doing commercial work for major hotel brands including Accor, Hyatt, and Four Seasons, and corporations like Google, Samsung and Nike. He did assignments for international media including The New York Times, The Guardian, USA Today, and Discovery Channel. His works were published on the covers of Conde Nast Traveller and Car & Driver magazines. Your experience will be hosted by our professional photography instructor, Hoang. This experience is suitable for aspiring and professional photographers of any level. Whether you want to improve your skills, learn the basics of photography, or just discover some cool Hanoi locations and have memorable shots taken with your phone - this experience is for you!