Top Hoi An Classes & Workshops

Embark on a Vietnamese culinary adventure with this cooking class in Da Nang or Hoi An. During this hands-one experience, you’ll learn to prepare and cook four Vietnamese dishes, which you get to enjoy afterwards. Includes transfers from central Da Nang or Hoi An and recipes to take home afterwards.

Engage in a unique culinary adventure at Cocolocal Farm, where cooking transcends the kitchen and immerses you in the breathtaking beauty of Cam Thanh countryside. Set against serene shrimp ponds and lush tropical , this hands-on experience invites you to create iconic Vietnamese dishes like Banh Xeo, Pho, and Spring Rolls. Explore the local market to discover fresh ingredients and spices, then glide through the enchanting Bay Mau coconut forest in a basket boat. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families, this intimate class fosters a deeper connection with nature and Vietnamese culture. - Tranquil Garden Setting: Surrounded by shrimp ponds and a lush tropical garden. - Hands-On Cooking: Learn to prepare iconic dishes like Banh Xeo, Pho, papaya salad and Spring Rolls. - Local Market Tour: Discover spices,Taste the seasons through Vietnam’s freshest tropical fruits, ingredients, and how locals shop. - Basket Boat Adventure: Glide through the iconic Bay Mau coconut forest.

This cooking class in Hoi An packs three experiences into less than a day. In addition to cooking Vietnamese recipes, you will visit a market and learn how to pick good produce. After a basket boat ride, test your skills and see if you can catch any crabs. The small class size of up to 11 people means you get more personalized attention from the teacher.

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.

Are you looking for an authentic immersion in a completely different culture? With My Grandma's Home Cooking Class, you will find what you came for and even more! An amazing and unforgettable experience mixed with learning about a new culture and sharing unique moments in a veritable local and family environment spiced up by the delicious flavors of Vietnam!

Featured in Food & Wine magazine's May 2026 roundup of top culinary experiences in Vietnam. Our restaurant has been an institution since 2004, with locations in Cat Ba, Hanoi and Hoian. Head Chef Hai Nguyen is renowned throughout Vietnam for his creative and modern approach to traditional dishes. At our cooking school, students learn from the best; not just traditional recipes, but also tips and tricks for preparing food in your home kitchen. All of this in our heritage-listed building in the heart of the ancient town!

Travelers wanting to learn more about Vietnamese cuisine and rural life will love this fun half-day tour from Hoi An. Start with a market visit, where you’ll gather food for your cooking class. Then try fishing from a boat on the river, using traditional techniques, before arriving at the restaurant for your two-hour Vietnamese cooking class. Learn new skills that you can practice later at home.

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.

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.

On this small-group tour, spend half a day exploring the countryside near Hoi An on bicycles and learning traditional farming and cooking methods. Hop on your bike and ride out to Tra Que vegetable village, where a local will teach you traditional farming methods. Then, head to a fishing village for a ride in a bamboo basket boat with locals. Finish your tour by harvesting coconuts and preparing traditional Hoi An-style food.

Delve deeper into the art of Vietnamese cuisine during a cooking class that includes a tour of a local market. You’ll benefit from both the personalized attention and insider knowledge of a local chef as you prepare and cook dishes using fresh and traditional ingredients. Plus, unlike with most cooking classes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Foodies and keen home chefs won’t want to miss this private cooking class in Hoi An. If touring Hoi An, Vietnam’s culinary capital, has inspired you to get creative in the kitchen, you can learn new techniques and recipes during this flexible class. Prepare classics such as pho and fresh spring rolls and enjoy eating them for lunch or dinner after.

We will show you how to make many strong and delicious coffee types to wake you up After enjoyed: white coffee, egg coffee, coconut.... you got the creations then you will make the very unique lantern

Experience pottery-making activity in Thanh Ha Pottery Village where you will not only see the beauty of traditional crafts but also enjoy peace & tranquility. Pottery making here is a family affair, passed down through the generations. Villagers make all sorts of useful pieces such as cups, jars, bowls, pots and the like. At Thanh Ha, pottery is more than just an industry - it’s a cherished tradition that has been kept alive for more than five centuries. Unlike many pottery studios that use molds, the artisans here shape each piece by hand and foot pedal without using molds, giving every item a distinctive and unique touch.The villagers are very kind and friendly so they love to share their heritage with the guests. You can also try new shapes and designs for fun.

Hoi An Lantern Making Class is a hands-on cultural experience where travelers can create a traditional Vietnamese lantern in the heart of Hoi An. Guided by a local instructor, guests receive a brief introduction to the history and meaning of Hoi An lanterns, then follow step-by-step instructions to complete a foldable silk lantern. This activity is ideal for culture lovers and travelers interested in local experiences, as well as creative guests who enjoy handicrafts. The class is safe, interactive, and easy to follow, making it suitable for families with children. For travelers with limited time, this workshop offers a meaningful cultural experience in a short duration, with the added benefit of taking home a handmade lantern as a unique souvenir. With small group sizes, all materials included, and personal guidance, the class provides a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and a genuine connection to Hoi An’s traditional culture.

Enhance your Hoi An journey with a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class that lets you choose between two delicious menus—Salty or Vegetarian. Start with a visit to a vibrant local market, where you’ll handpick fresh herbs, vegetables, and spices while learning about essential ingredients in Vietnamese cuisine. Next, head to a traditional kitchen and cook with expert chefs who guide you through each step. The Salty Menu includes Chicken Pho, Hoi An Spring Rolls, Fish in Clay Pot, Green Papaya Salad, and Hoi An Rice Pancake. Prefer plant-based? Choose the Vegetarian Menu, featuring Tofu in Clay Pot with Steamed Rice, Spring Rolls, Vegetable Soup, Green Papaya Salad, and Rice Pancake. From slicing herbs to simmering savory sauces, this class reveals the secrets of Vietnamese cooking. It’s more than just a meal—it’s a cultural journey that gives you flavorful skills and tasty memories to take home.

Colored lanterns are a symbol of Hoi An, where locals believe they bring happiness, luck, and wealth. Bring home a souvenir with a difference, a lantern that you made yourself, after this fascinating class. Choose from a wealth of different silks then work with your instructor to craft a bamboo frame and create your lantern, which will fold away neatly into your luggage. Your class includes a Vietnamese tea tasting.

This is more than just a cooking class; it is a tour to fully appreciate the beauty of Vietnamese cuisine as well as the value of the Hoi An countryside. Our guide will accompany you on a ride through the rice fields, basket boating in the nipa palm forest, and a fun cooking class at Tra Que Organic Vegetable Garden. A professional local chef will provide you with hands-on training. You'll learn new cooking techniques that you can easily replicate at home, as well as discover our traditions and historical information about our unique Vietnamese cuisine. Vegans and vegetarians are welcome. Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions.

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.

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....

The traditional lives of Hoi An’s farming communities are a perfect introduction to the hidden gems of Vietnam. Travel to some of the villages that surround Hoi An deep in the countryside, and learn how farming in this area continues to be done in an environmentally-conscious and traditional way. Learn how to sow crops and pick herbs, and fish for crabs in the river too.

Don’t just visit Hoi An — experience it like a local! Step beyond the usual tourist experience and spend a memorable day with a local Vietnamese family in the peaceful countryside of Hoi An. Shop like a local at a traditional market, discover fresh Vietnamese ingredients, cruise through the coconut forest in a traditional basket boat, then roll up your sleeves and cook authentic Vietnamese dishes with your hosts. After cooking, sit down together, share stories, laughter and a delicious family-style meal. It’s not simply a cooking class. It’s food, culture, nature and genuine local connection — all in one unforgettable Hoi An experience.

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.