Top Hoi An Art & Culture Classes in 2026

Explore Hoi An with our enriching "Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Making Tour," a captivating journey blending cultural immersion and hands-on activities. Departing from your Hoi An hotel, venture to Cam Thanh Coconut Village for a lantern-making class, where you'll create your own vibrant lantern. Delight in the tranquil village ambiance as you glide through the lush coconut forest on a boat ride and engage in traditional fishing practices. Experience the unique thrill of paddling a Vietnamese bamboo basket boat and witness an impressive basket-boat performance. Learn the art of crab-catching before returning to a local fisherman's house for an optional cooking class, featuring a delicious meal of seven authentic dishes. Conclude your tour with a transfer back to your Hoi An hotel, cherishing unforgettable memories of this immersive Hoi An experience.

Bamboo is often used to create traditional Vietnamese handicrafts, traditional tools, and everyday household items. This hands-on workshop lets you experiment with bamboo cutting, carving, and treating, and learn all about the sustainable material and its use in Vietnam. Best of all, you will get to make your very own bamboo souvenir such as a vase, pen holder, or ornament.

Explore the streets of Hoi An Ancient Town on foot for a close look at the city’s history, landmarks, and—most importantly—its food scene, with insights shared by your guide. This 15th-century fishing village on Vietnam’s central coast boasts fabulous architecture, history, and an even more fabulous list of street foods to sample—which you'll get to experience, too. Choose from a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule.

What Makes RedWood Hoi An Leather Workshop Special What sets RedWood Hoi An Leather Workshop apart is our commitment to pure, traditional hand-craftsmanship and the finest quality materials. When you come to us, you're not simply making an ordinary wallet or bag — you're creating a piece that carries your own personal mark, a truly one-of-a-kind creation. It becomes a meaningful souvenir of your journey, or a precious, heartfelt gift for a friend or loved one.

Suitable for first-time visitors, this tour allows you to immerse yourself in the real rural charm of Hoi An. Connect with locals, hear their stories, and gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam. Discover unique and authentic parts of the country not found in typical tours or guidebooks. Experience traditional living and explore hidden gems like the oldest local fish sauce.

Enjoy a full-day tour of two UNESCO World Heritage sites from your central Hoi An hotel. Explore the ancient ruins of My Son Sanctuary, the capital of the Cham Dynasty. Afterward, follow your informative guide on a walking tour of Hoi An Ancient Town and its well-preserved 17th- and 18th-century landmarks, with a restaurant lunch included. Explore in a small group or upgrade to a private tour.

Learn how to make a foldable lantern and hear about this important part of Hoi An's cultural heritage from your instructor. Bring home your very own hand-made souvenir. Hoi An is renowned for its beautiful Old Town, decorated by a colorful array of hanging lanterns. A rich history as a trading port makes Hoi An a mecca for all kinds of traditional Vietnamese handicraft and manufacturing. None more so than lantern making. If you are looking for an interactive experience with locals whilst in town, it’s hard to look past a lantern making workshop. These workshops are an amazing and fun way to learn about Vietnamese culture and traditional craft techniques. You finish the session with a newly earned talent and a souvenir that holds infinitely more memories than any store bought lantern ever would.

Instead of just eating Vietnamese food, learn to create local specialties during a cooking class in Hoi An, a hands-on cultural experience that’s ideal for first-time visitors. You’ll be able to choose between a morning or afternoon departure time, and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide as you explore a local market and make dishes such as crispy Vietnamese pancakes and noodle soup. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Discover the fascinating history of the ancient Champa culture during this guided half-day trip to the tower-temples of the My Son Sanctuary. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was a key center of the Champa kingdom as early as the fourth century, with building and activity continuing until the 13th century. Explore in a small group or upgrade for a private tour: Both include transfers from central Hoi An hotels.

Experience 2 hours making and painting art acrylic on Hoi An lanterns to create extremely art colorful lanterns by yourself. Design colorful lanterns with painting art acrylic by yourself. Have the opportunity to make own mini-lantern. Be welcomed by Vietnamese tea and dry crispy coconut as local style.

Enjoy a variety of activities on this multifaceted half-day tour. First, visit a local market to choose ingredients for lunch and gain some bargaining tips. Then it’s off to the countryside for a basket boat ride and visit to the coconut palm forest. The activity culminates with a cooking class where you’ll prepare—and then eat—several traditional Vietnamese dishes.

Snorkel the vivid coral reefs of the Cham Islands on a full-day trip from Hoi An and Da Nang into the Cu Lao Cham archipelago, a UNESCO-listed marine biosphere. You’ll make the crossing in a traditional wooden boat, then slip into the water to see the bright fish and coral that thrive in the protected area. Following your snorkeling time, head to Bai Chong beach for a Vietnamese seafood lunch at the edge of the water, soaking up the sun on the white sand beach before returning to the mainland.

Create your own traditional Vietnamese lantern, a symbol of luck and happiness Discover the joy and relaxation of making your very first bamboo lantern.Choose from a wealth of beautifully designed fabrics to craft your lantern.Take home your very own bamboo lantern, which can be folded and fit in a backpack Set your own pace and come in anytime of the day, there are no rules or rush

Reconnect with inner peace at the Quốc Linh Eco Village Retreat through mindfulness and conscious living. Day 1 begins with a nourishing vegan soup breakfast, meditation on a floating raft, and mindful tea and cooking sessions featuring Hội An’s iconic Cao Lầu. Walking meditation and discussions deepen your experience, followed by relaxation and an enchanting evening of meditative singing, lantern releasing, and loving-kindness meditation. Day 2 starts with collective meditation, mindful cooking of porridge over a woodfire stove, yoga, and Qi Gong to revitalize your energy. Walking meditation, tree planting, and a charitable donation conclude your journey, leaving you refreshed and fulfilled. Discover harmony for your body and soul.

Mindfulness activities at Quoc Linh Eco Village Retreat turn a day in Hoi An into a structured wellness escape. Start with vegan soup breakfast, try a floating raft meditation challenge, and prepare Cao Lau during a mindful cooking session before lunch. Walking meditation, meditation tea, mindfulness discussions, Buddha yoga, and Qi Gong continue through the afternoon, with fruit or kombucha to finish. The private retreat includes breakfast, lunch, and coffee and tea.

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.

Learn to ride a motorbike/scooter safely in Vietnam with patient, friendly English-speaking instructors, and gain the confidence to explore hidden gems on two wheels. Gain the skills and confidence to explore Vietnam like a true local.Safe, fun, and designed especially for foreign travelers. Practice in a safe, quiet space with English-speaking instructors

The Cham Islands are a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and renowned for their diverse marine life, but you don’t have to scuba dive to experience the underwater wonders. This full-day cruise from Hoi An includes an underwater walking activity, plenty of free time for swimming and snorkeling, and a delicious lunch at a beachside restaurant. So you don't have to plan logistics yourself or spend days learning to dive to appreciate the ocean floor.

Unleash your inner artist in Trang Que! Our workshop offers the opportunity to learn the ancient art of wood carving directly from passionate master artisans, going beyond passive observation. You'll feel the magic in your hands as you're guided step-by-step to transform raw wood into your own stunning masterpiece, a truly personal and unforgettable creation imbued with your unique story.

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.