Top Hanoi Craft Classes

- Craft your own item with your unique mark - Real experience under careful guidance of experienced silversmith(s) - Bring home your own personalized item and great memories of Vietnam - Friendly atmosphere and careful staff - Gain more knowledge about the silversmithing craft - Suitable couple, solo traveler and family who love to craft unique silver pieces.

With over a decade of expertise as an artisan perfumer, I create an immersive, hands-on workshop in my intimate studio. My extensive knowledge, personalized guidance, and use of premium, locally-sourced ingredients ensure a uniquely engaging and authentic experience for every participant.

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.

- Unleash Your Inner Blacksmith at Hanoi’s Knife Making Class. - Go visit traditional craft villages on the outskirts of Hanoi. - Meet and chat with locals. - You will go through all processes of making a simple knife.

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.

Sign up for this jewelry making class in Hanoi and learn how to craft handmade art. Your guide will provide all the materials you need and will provide instruction and assistance. You can create an individual piece, or choose from several options in a provided catalog. Your guide specializes in wire art, but other materials will also be available.

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.

Highlights: - Learn traditional Vietnamese embroidery techniques from a famous local artisan. - Create your own unique embroidered souvenir to take home. - Explore a beautifully preserved ancient house in Hanoi's Old Quarter. - Enjoy a complimentary Vietnamese refreshment and local snacks. - Option to add an authentic home-cooked meal of a Hanoi specialty. Meet Hong, our host, a fourth-generation embroidery artisan and owner of Tân Mỹ, a family business founded in 1969. Born into a lineage with 400 years of textile tradition, Hong devoted her life to preserving her ancestral craft. The story of Tân Mỹ began during the war, when her grandmother created embroidered keepsakes with messages of love and hope for soldiers. Today, Hong continues this legacy, welcoming visitors to learn hand embroidery and become part of a living history that has touched generations.

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

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

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

Create a truly personal souvenir while experiencing Vietnamese culture with your own hands. At Chopstick Hanoi, you don't simply watch a demonstration; you choose your wood and shape, sand and finish your own pair of chopsticks using traditional-style hand tools. With friendly step-by-step guidance, this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop turns a simple piece of Vietnamese wood into something uniquely yours to take home. Optional laser engraving lets you personalize your chopsticks even further.

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.

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.

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.

- 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.

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.

Enjoy a hassle-free experience for the Thang Long Water Puppet show by booking your admission ticket in advance. Watch this live performance of this traditional Vietnamese art form in a show that lasts about one hour. Choose from several showtimes to suit your schedule. Simply arrive at least 15 minutes before showtime, then enjoy a water puppet show that depicts legends and traditional life.

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.

Active, adventurous travelers will love this full-day tour to the Hoa Lu Temples, Trang An Grottoes, and Mua Caves from Hanoi. Hike, bike, and climb lots of steps in the beautiful Trang An Ecotourism Complex, a UNESCO-listed site. As well as active pursuits you will enjoy eating Vietnamese food and cruising on a leisurely boat ride around dramatic Trang An. See and do a lot in a single day.

Indigo dyeing is more than a craft — it is a living cultural heritage of the Black Tay and other ethnic minority communities in Northern Vietnam. For generations, indigo garments have reflected identity, beliefs, and a deep connection to nature, using dye extracted from the Indigofera plant through a completely natural process. Today, this tradition is at risk. Industrial textiles, tourism-driven jobs, and the use of chemical farming methods are gradually replacing handmade practices and organic cultivation. We are working to preserve this fragile heritage by supporting over 120 producers from seven ethnic minority groups, promoting organic indigo farming, employing disabled and deaf staff, and reinvesting profits into community infrastructure. By joining this workshop, you are not just creating a handcrafted piece — you are helping sustain traditional knowledge, ethical livelihoods, and a more environmentally responsible future for these communities.

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!