Top Hoi An Art Classes

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.

Create a foldable Vietnamese silk lantern in Hoi An during a hands-on workshop led by a local instructor. Learn traditional techniques as you choose a frame, fabrics, and colors, attach the fabric, and decorate your lantern with a tassel. Step-by-step guidance and all materials and tools are provided, with painting or drawing available in the full class or by request. Take your finished lantern home as a handmade keepsake.

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.

Experience unique and creative painting with passion for the art of painting. It is an extremely powerful creative experience. “Do what belongs to your hands". We hope to bring the value of applied visual arts to life in the most impressive and effective way. It's suitable for beginner to advanced.

Express your creativity through this painting class while sipping on traditional Vietnamese tea Listen to your English-speaking instructor and be amazed by his love and passion for painting Your instructor will teach you art techniques while telling stories about the history of Vietnamese painting Experiment with different art tools and equipment that will help you create your masterpiece

Experience a unique and meaningful art and cultural activity in the heart of Hoi An. Spend the morning or afternoon learning the ancient art of Vietnamese woodworking side-by-side with the seasoned sculptors and artisans from the Kim Bong Carpentry village. Explore our workshop, studio space and art gallery with our experienced guide. Hear the stories of cultural significance and the meaning behind each of these stunning works of art. After we learn a bit about the history, traditions and culture of Vietnam and the Quang Nam, it is time to create your own work of art to take home with you and making memories that will last a lifetime. Our seasoned artisans will teach you basic chiseling techniques. Then, they will help you visualize your design and sketch it onto recycled driftwood. Finally, they will guide you as you carve and paint your masterpiece.

Learn about history of Vietnamese calligraphy from a highly skilled calligrapher. Experience to create your own calligraphy artwork with fur pen, Chinese ink, traditional Vietnamese “Do” rice paper

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.

Explore the UNESCO-listed temples of My Son in the cool of the early morning, before the crowds arrive, on a convenient small-group half-day tour. Learn all about the Hindu temples (some of which date back to the 4th century) and the local culture from your guide. Enjoy a My Quang (Quang noodles), Local Mochi, Seasonal fruits, and a hot drink (included) after touring the historic sites.

Our Lantern Making Class is situated on the mainstreet to the Hoi An old town, from our place you can access to almost famous destinations in Hoi An Old Town. Immerse yourself in Vietnamese culture with a lantern-making class. Select from full and express options. In the full activity, make the lanterns completely from scratch. In the express activity, start with the bamboo structure of the lanterns already made and begin by choosing your lantern fabric.

What makes this experience truly special is the opportunity to create your own handmade knife using metal salvaged from war bombs, transforming remnants of history into a meaningful and practical souvenir. Unlike typical workshops, this experience takes place in a 200-year-old traditional blacksmith village where local artisans still preserve ancient forging techniques passed down through generations. Guests not only watch the craftsmen at work but also actively participate in the knife-making process under expert guidance. The experience also offers an authentic cultural connection through conversations with the blacksmith family in their peaceful countryside home, giving travelers a rare glimpse into traditional Vietnamese village life beyond the tourist areas of Hoi An.

My studio is close to the old town however its a tranquil place far away from the noisy of the town.there is a small garden in front of it. Step into a cozy studio and learn one of the oldest crafts know to mandkind. Craft your own professionally finished leather goods using the same premium leather,tools and techniques used in my work. You will leave with a leather goods as made by you.

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.

The class offer to teach you the sewing skill that can benefit you your whole life. It is everything you need to start having an idea how to make and design your own clothing. In 3 hours, we offer you the brief knowledge that you might not seek easy anywhere else. From how to take the measurements, draw on craft paper. How to cut the fabric, sew the pieces together. And many small tips going along with the sewing process. You will discover yourself and your ability. And understand more about sewing.

Hands-on workshop in the romantic ancient town of Hoi An (UNESCO site) Create your own personalized scented candle or signature perfume Use 100% natural essential oils from around the world Take home your beautiful handmade creation as a unique souvenir No experience needed – perfect for beginners, couples, and friends

Shopping for souvenirs in Vietnam can be delightful, but creative travelers might like to try making their own using traditional materials and techniques. Participate in an enjoyable half-day workshop at a bamboo showroom, where artisans make all kinds of items out of the plant. Learn about the history of bamboo use in Vietnam and choose an item to make and decorate yourself. Receive personalized instruction during a private experience.

Looking for the perfect souvenir to take home from Hoi An? Join a Lantern Making Class and add a touch of your own personal flair to an oriental ornament that the Vietnamese believe to bring good fortune and happiness when hung in front on your house. These lanterns, characteristic of the ancient town of Hoi An, will take you back to the charming streets of the old city at a glance. Choose between an express class that already prepares the bamboo sticks for you beforehand, or a full class that lets you experience lantern making from scratch! Create lanterns shaped like lotuses, triangles, garlic, or diamonds and choose your desired silk style and color. An experienced English speaking instructor will be guiding you every step of the way. This fun and unique activity can be enjoyed by the entire family, even by kids as young as 3 years old!

This is more than an incense-making class—it is an immersive cultural experience. Learn directly from local artisans, create your own colorful incense and Agarwood products, use a traditional foot-operated rolling machine, and discover the spiritual significance of incense in Vietnamese culture. Every guest takes home handmade creations and a deeper connection to one of Vietnam’s oldest living traditions.

Experience two of Hội An’s most iconic cultural activities in one memorable journey — a fun basket boat ride through the coconut forest and a hands-on lantern-making class, all hosted at the peaceful Phu Lanh Restaurant. Begin your experience with an exciting ride on a traditional Vietnamese basket boat. Cruise through the beautiful coconut forest, learn about local fishing life, watch fun boat spinning performances, and try your hand at rowing the basket boat. This is a unique and entertaining way to explore the famous Bay Mau Coconut Forest. After your boat ride, return to Phu Lanh Restaurant to join a traditional lantern-making workshop. Learn about the history and meaning of Hội An lanterns, choose your favorite colors and patterns, and create your own handmade foldable lantern to take home as a special souvenir. No experience is needed — your friendly instructor will guide you step by step. Relax at the restaurant with optional drinks or local dishes available for purchase.

What sets this experience apart is the relaxed, creative vibe and the personal touch: you’ll join a practicing artist for an outdoor sketching walk through Hoi An’s most inspiring spots. You’ll get hands-on tips, try different tools (pencils, watercolor, charcoal, etc.), and create your own travel sketches—even if you’ve never drawn before. It’s a friendly mix of art, discovery, and a little tea break. This is not a typical classroom—you get to experience Hoi An in a new way and take home art you’re proud of.

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....

Learn more about Vietnamese culture by experiencing the unique art of bamboo crafting during a class in Hoi An. Discover the importance and versatile uses of bamboo in Vietnam’s culture. Unleash your inner artist and take your handmade creation home. During the two-hour session, we will provide information about bamboo as a sustainable material. You will marvel at the unique facilities made from bamboo.

You don't have to be a professional to custom embroider your own bag thanks to this private introductory class in Hoi An. Take home a souvenir no one else will have, and enjoy personalized attention from your instructor as you embroider a linen bag and any additional clothing you bring along.