Top Hanoi Art Classes - page 2

Quang Phu Cau Incense Village is a photographer’s dream. Travel by hotel pickup to the colorful town to explore it in an artistic way in the company of a professional photographer, who will give you tips on how to get the best shots of workers in action, making incense, dipping incense in dye, and fields of colorful incense drying in the sun.

- 100% Private & Intimate: We host one group at a time in our cozy hidden studio to ensure privacy and personal attention. - Guaranteed Masterpiece: With our close 1 on 1 guidance, even beginners will create professional looking prints. - Complimentary Professional Photography: We capture your candid creative moments with a high end camera. You will receive a beautiful photo album after the session. - Hassle free Experience: Forgot something at our studio? We provide support to deliver items to your hotel in Hanoi. You will step into a peaceful creative space, away from the busy streets. Over tea and light snacks, we will introduce you to the tools and materials. You will sketch your idea (or use our templates), learn the satisfying technique of carving soft rubber linoleum, and finally hand stamp your design onto a tote bag and art paper. You walk away with a finished product that tells your personal story.

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

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.

We’ll explore to Hanoi’s most emblematic neighborhoods, Trang Tien street, Hang Dao street, and Hang Be Street, each with its own style, personality, and links with Hanoi’s art scene.

Nestled in Kien Hung Commune, Ha Dong Town, Hanoi, the small, but prestigious village – Da Sy has a long - standing history of forging profession. During wars in Vietnam, the village was the main source supporting weapons for Vietnam military. However, when peace returned to Viet Nam 40 years ago, the Da Sy people returned to making to agricultural implements such as ploughs, rakes and machinery parts or kitchen implements.

A simple square of paper holds the potential for endless creativity in this engaging origami workshop in Hanoi. With the guidance of experienced instructors, delve into the meditative art of paper folding while crafting exclusive designs by renowned Vietnamese origami artists. Enjoy hands-on learning as you master various models, using high-quality materials provided for you. Leave with a collection of handmade paper creations, making for memorable souvenirs from your journey in Vietnam.

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!

The Temple of Literature, known as Van Mieu. The temple was built in 1070 during the Ly dynasty. When it was first established, only people of noble birth were admitted to the grounds. In 1442 the university opened its doors to receive talented students from across the country. In the 15th century the emperor Le Thanh Thong had commemorative inscriptions made for all who were given a doctorate. Today 82 stelae for 1,307 laureates remain.

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.

Making incense is one of Vietnam’s most aromatic and photogenic activities. Learn how to do it on this intimate small-group tour, with a maximum of six people. Traveling by private car, you’ll sample some of Hanoi’s best pho, drink egg coffee, try your hand at incense-making, and enjoy lunch in the incense craft village with hotel pickup included.

You don’t have to travel out to the Bat Trang pottery village to learn ceramics in Hanoi. This pottery-making workshop in the heart of the Old Quarter lets you work with hand and wheel to make cups, plates, or the items of your choice—with a teacher from Bat Trang. Your course includes kilning one product to bring home: a small surcharge is payable if you’d like to kiln more products.

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.

The Perfume Pagoda is one of northern Vietnam’s most sacred Buddhist sites, set in the Huong Tich mountains. On this tour, travel from Hanoi in a comfortable air-conditioned coach, then set sail on a scenic cruise along the Yen River in a traditional rowing boat. Admire the dramatic karst landscapes as you float downstream, then hike through the mountains to explore the caves, shrines, and temples.

Get an overview of Halong Bay on this 3-day cruise from Hanoi with hotel pickup included. Depending on how much time you have, you can choose from 2 to 4-day tours and upgrade for more luxurious accommodations. Most of your meals are included on specific days, as are your transfers, so you won't have to worry about planning any logistics and can truly relax.

With no public transit and challenging driving conditions, it’s tough to explore the charming countryside around Hanoi independently. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, and on foot on this private door-to-door tour, with plenty of stops for local specialties, including egg coffee. You’ll see Duong Lam Ancient Village with its communal houses and pagodas, visit Van Phuc Silk Village, and cycle out to an ancient mausoleum.

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)

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.