Top Northern Vietnam Art & Culture Classes

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.

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.

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.

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.

I'm a Hmong mother of 4 children and I've lived in Ta Van, Sapa my entire life. I started working as a guide, running treks in the mountains and rice terraces when I was a teenager. I love my family and my community, and I have been working hard to make a better life for all of us. I love sharing with my guests the local Hmong culture. I've practiced Hmong textile traditions for more than 15 years. In recent years, I've also traveled to villages in the mountainous northern Vietnam to learn more about traditional textiles and natural dyes of different ethnic groups. Hmong batik and indigo dye is an art that I love so much, and I run this workshop because I deeply feel the responsibility to preserve it and to share it with more people.

Not only does this art form celebrate Hmong heritage, but it also plays a vital role in economic development. By sharing their unique artistic skills with visitors and tourists in Sa Pa, the Hmong people create an unforgettable cultural experience. This engagement fosters economic opportunities and helps preserve their artistic traditions while ensuring a sustainable future for the community. Through beeswax painting, the Hmong not only express their creativity but also enhance their livelihood, making this art form a significant aspect of their cultural and economic landscape.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival with this Hanoi airport private arrival transfer. Meet your friendly driver when your plane touches down and avoid the headache of navigating a new city. Your professional driver will be waiting with a personalized signboard to whisk you off to your hotel of choice.

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!

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.

- 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.

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.

- 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.

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.

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.

On this full-day tour from Hanoi, you'll take in the natural beauty and history of Ninh Binh Province, with your guide handling all the details. You'll visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, see stunning rock formations in Trang An (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and ride downriver and into caves by paddleboat on the Trang An River. Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Old Quarter are included.

Textile Workshop – Vietnam’s 54 different ethnic minority communities are renowned for the incredible textiles used to create different traditional dresses. The Red Dao and Black H'Mong in particular have some of the most captivating, with symbolic patterned themes, intricate fabric embellishment, hand embroidery, and natural dyeing. Join Black H'Mong artisans in Lao Chai Village for an introduction to hemp production, batik design, and natural dyeing with indigo over the course of this full-day textile workshop.You won’t go through all 41 steps needed to complete a design, but you will uncover the meaning behind some of the most important H'Mong folk art symbols and sit down for a traditional H'Mong lunch.

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!

The Hmong Batik Class is a full day introduction to art of hemp production, batik design and indigo dyeing. This gives a rare insight into the richness of Hmong culture while in a warm, friendly, family environment. Each student will create a wax resist, Hmong style design on hand loomed hemp or cotton. Due to time constraints it is not possible to complete the dye portion of the process (if you are staying in Sapa for a few days, this an be arranged). The natural hemp renders a beautiful finished piece. Classes take place in our Sapa workshop. Courses begin at around 9.00am (we are flexible) and usually last between 5 and six hours. The day includes information about Hmong symbiology, the importance of textiles and history.

Dong Ho Village with its famous paintings has become an aesthetic symbol in Vietnam culture. Located to the left side of Duong River, Dong Ho stood for centuries making their unique art work. From over 100 families in the 1950s, currently there are only a handful of families still making the traditional craft. Dong Ho paintings are places for artists to reflect their wishes for lucks and their perception of everyday life in the village.

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.

Discover the vibrant streets and hidden gems of Hanoi on the "Frames of Hanoi" photo tour. This exclusive workshop invites photographers of all levels to explore off-the-beaten-path locations, capturing the authentic spirit and daily life of the city. With a focus on street and travel photography—from bustling market to colorful residential areas —this photography experience provides insider tips to enhance your photography skills. Almost 7 hours, connect with the local culture as you create a stunning portfolio of one-of-a-kind images that tell the true story of Hanoi. - Duration: 6.5 hours of guided photography experience - Small group size: Maximum of 2 participants for personalized attention - Transportation: Private car pick-up from your hotel - Perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced photographers

- 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 photography workshop let you venture and photograph life amongst maze of buildings erected from the 1960s, when residential buildings for the working class were constructed by the State to supply for the workers. The architecture of these buildings was inspired by that of the Soviet model. Wandering through the maze-like lanes of these vintage neighborhoods offers great life scenes for photography: bustling markets, improvised cages, quiet sidewalk tea stalls, and aging yellow walls next to warn-out staircases, tangled electric wires, and so much more. It’s a place where time seems to stand still, inviting photographers to document its raw authenticity.