Classes & Workshops in Hanoi

Hanoi Cooking Class: Market Tour, Free Liquor & Coffee Tasting (opens in a new tab)

93 4 h 30 min

Each session offers more than just cooking lessons; it's a fascinating exploration of Hanoi's culinary heritage. Through hands-on experience, you'll gain insight into the unique ingredients, cooking techniques, and cultural significance behind each dish. Whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned food enthusiast, our cooking classes provide a welcoming and interactive environment for all skill levels. Moreover, a 50% discount will be offered to guests with disabilities and to senior guests aged over 80 years within the group, making it an excellent benefit for group travelers! Every passenger who books with us will contribute $1 to our charity meals for pediatric patients in central Hanoi hospitals. At Dine With Locals, everything we do goes back to the communities we serve, and we cannot fulfill this important responsibility without you. Join us and embark on a culinary adventure today!

Free cancellation

Hanoi Cooking Class Learning 5 Dishes including Banh Xeo (opens in a new tab)

169 3 h 30 min

This experience has been gaining popularity through years in giving people an intensive and interesting lessons. People who come to us can be experts who want to open Vietnamese restaurant back home or a person who never cook before but want to be able to eat delicious Viet food when they have to come back after vacation. Our school locates right in the Centre of the old quarter so very easy to access hence, after the market tour in the biggest market in Hanoi which is right near the old quarter, you can also know where to buy what in the rest of your trip here. Within only 3 - 4 hours, you get to learn about the ingredients ( spices and Vietnamese produces), get your hands on cooking a whole meal of the most popular and authentic 5 dishes in Hanoi (or its vegetarian version for vegetarian attendants), enjoying your fruits of labor and try Vietnamese rice wine together with your classmates, receiving a cook booklet and certificate!

Private Cooking Class with 5 dishes of your choice (opens in a new tab)

257 4 h

With the instructions of experienced home chefs, you will get to know the true Vietnamese cooking techniques and all the stories behind. Private class gives you the chance to learn the exact dishes you always wonder how to cook and you can have more time too ask all the questions possible.

Free cancellation

Hanoi Egg Coffee & Coconut Coffee Making Class with Free Banh Mi (opens in a new tab)

52 1 h

Within an hour, you can both have breakfast and get to know how to make 2 famous coffee drinks in Vietnam. Chatting with local guides also let you know all of the coffee secrets that once made you wonder.

Jewelry Making Workshop (opens in a new tab)

11 2 h

Our workshop is designed for individuals who have a passion for crafting their own jewelry, with a special emphasis on wire art jewelry. When you attend our workshop, you have the opportunity to select one or more designs that resonate with your style. You can choose from the designs featured in our catalog or bring along your own favorite design ideas.

Private Half-Day Tour: Bat Trang Pottery Village (opens in a new tab)

15 5 h

Bat Trang pottery village has produced high quality ceramics for a thousand years. Enjoy a drive into the countryside, traveling along the Red River, and see how this pottery is made by hand. You’ll have a chance to shop for some interesting pieces!

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Hanoi Cooking Class- Free Train Street (opens in a new tab)

19 3 h

Cooking from 9.00- 12.00 or 15.00- 19.00. Our chef will pick you up hotels in old quarter or Hoan Kiem area,  you then will start walking to the local market, you will see all ingredients and local foods. Complete your shopping, we come back our home to prepare and cook by yourself under the instruction of the chef from the beginning to the end, learning how to marinate and to spice will be the most crucial lesson. Enjoy the meal with friendly host, and finish the cooking class.

Vietnamese Vegetarian Cooking Class in Hanoi (opens in a new tab)

73 3 h 15 min

Our Apron Up Cooking Class has been gaining popularity through years in giving people an intensive and interesting lessons. People who come to us can be experts who want to open Vietnamese restaurant back home or a person who never cook before but want to be able to eat delicious Viet food when they have to come back after vacation. Our school locates right in the centre of the old quarter so very easy to access and hence, after the market tour in the biggest market in Hanoi which is right near the old quarter, you can also know where to buy what in the rest of your trip here. Within only 3 - 4 hours, you get to learn about the ingredients ( spices and Vietnamese produces), get your hands on cooking a whole meal of the most popular and authentic 5 dishes in Hanoi (or its vegetarian version for vegetarian attendants, enjoy your fruits of labour and try Vietnamese rice wine together with your classmates, receiving a cook booklet and certificate!

Free cancellation

Cultural Hanoi Photo Walk - A Street Photography Tour (opens in a new tab)

7 2 h

When it comes to practicing street photography, Hanoi is one of the best cities in the world because of its vibrancy, full of life, full of character, conflicts but also harmony between the tradition and the modern. After years of researching its culture and capturing its daily life, Hanoi's streets and markets still amaze and inspire me everyday. Street Photography is not only my passion but also for training my visual, creative thinking, discovering my city's culture and my way of meditation.

Experience Knife Making in Blacksmith Village (opens in a new tab)

1 3 h

The instructors were born in the family with 3 generations making knives and scissors so they learned this trade since early age. They have been working hard every day to make the best knives and scissors. Despite the fact that this job is hard, they still have a great passion for it. And I am Mai - a craft lover who created and organized this workshop and will also perform as a facilitator + translator for English speaking guests. Look forward to hosting you! :) Other things to note: - Long sleeves and long pants are high recommended to avoid sparks. No dress please. - Timings are flexible so if there's another time you would prefer than what I have marked as available then message me and I will check my schedule and let you know if it is available. - Make sure you have check-in luggage to carry your knife home.

Hanoi Market & Villa Cooking Class: Free Old Quarter Transfer (opens in a new tab)

20 4 h 30 min

Hands-on local cooking experiences together like an authentic Vietnamese family Cooking instructor with excellent English instructions and cultural stories Vibrant local market tour e-Recipe sent to email after class Vegetarian and vegan options for the menu are available A chance to relax and enjoy your lunch/dinner in a hidden villa Note: If you prefer a private class for less or more than 10 participants, please contact us for advice on the pricing and itinerary. Our class is organized in the 500m2 local villa with a beautiful garden, which can accommodate up to 45 people. Our kitchen is not a professional school but rather a cultural hub offering an authentic local cuisine experience. We aim to provide you with a cozy and comfortable cooking environment, much like being part of a family.

Hanoi old quarter sightseeing & street food eating by Motorcycle (opens in a new tab)

379 3 h

Inclusions: English speaking tour guide, all street food items as per itinerary ( 6 to 8 different street food vendors stops with 10 tastings ). Drink includes 01 bottles of water, a cup of local fresh beer, rice wine, egg coffee, and local dessert.

Hanoi Cooking Class and Market Tour with Chef Tien (opens in a new tab)

38 3 h 30 min

Activity will begin with visiting a local market, where you can explore Vietnamese daily life and pick your fresh ingredients. At our kitchen, you can make 5 Vietnamese vegan dishes under the helps and instructions from our cooking instructors. This is the chance for you to learn how to make Vietnamese vegan seasonings and marinades. Finish working, you will enjoy your own cooking creations with our unlimited drink offer (Soft drinks, Coffee, Tea, Herbal Welcome Drink and Water)

Six Cups of Vietnam Coffee Workshop in Hanoi with Local Barista (opens in a new tab)

216 2 h

Delve into the rich world of Vietnamese coffee culture with a hands-on workshop in the heart of Hanoi. Designed for small groups of up to eight, this intimate experience begins with an engaging introduction to Vietnam’s coffee heritage and the country’s signature Robusta beans—the key export that makes Vietnam the world’s second-largest coffee producer. Guided step by step by a friendly local barista, you’ll master the art of brewing with the traditional phin filter, create the iconic Hanoi egg coffee, and explore up to six distinct local styles, including two trending favorites — salt coffee and coconut coffee. Each guest will brew and taste their own cup, receive easy-to-follow recipes and a small takeaway gift, and leave with the confidence to recreate these authentic flavors at home. Beyond coffee, you’ll also enjoy a warm, creative atmosphere and receive personalized local tips on food, cafés, and hidden gems to make your time in Hanoi unforgettable.

Handmade Incense Making Activity in local village from Hanoi (opens in a new tab)

9 6 h

We will travel outside the Old Quarter, try the top Vietnamese food in the old streets. Enjoy some refreshing drinks in a cosy houselike restaurant. Learn about the local culture and then head to an area designed by incense village architects close to the older quarter 30 km2. Around there, we will enjoy local food, countryside village, human local, craft workers, train to craft incense.

DIY: Vietnamese Cooking Class (opens in a new tab)

13 5 h

• Get picked up from your hotel • Take a walk to local market to buy ingredients • Getting a fascinating glimpse into local culture • Take a taxi to local home • Learn how to cook the real Vietnamese traditional food under the guidance of professional cook • Enjoy your own cooking creation and numerous food from instructor • Tasting unique and special local wines • End tour and get dropped off at your hotel

Pottery Class in Hanoi’s Old Quarter in Vietnam (opens in a new tab)

1 3 h

Enjoy a relaxing day at Authentic Bat Trang’s pottery class. Learn how to sculpt your own ceramic art and take home a special souvenir made by you!

3 Dishes cooking + Egg Coffee bonus & Local Market Tour (opens in a new tab)

15 3 h 30 min

With our guidances, you will be handed on experience how to cook Vietnamese traditional dishes (You can choose 3 dishes for 1 class with other people in the group) We will explain clearly and show you in the class about cooking procedure and send you recipes after the class

Hanoi Hidden Villa: Make Floating Cake & Taste Fresh Lotus Tea (opens in a new tab)

275 2 h 30 min

Explore the rich culture behind Bánh Trôi & Premium Lotus Tea Hands-on dough crafting and natural coloring techniques Savor rare, artisan West Lake Lotus Tea (Trà Sen Hồ Tây) Set in a peaceful garden villa courtyard, a true hidden gem A meaningful experience that supports local children’s education

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Authentic Hanoi Cooking with Traditional Dishes & Market Tour (opens in a new tab)

3 h 30 min

Discover local cooking techniques with a lesson in Hanoi. Begin by meeting a knowledgeable guide in the historic Old Quarter, then proceed to the city’s largest market to explore the fundamentals of Vietnamese cuisine. Select fresh produce and spices, prepare a variety of traditional dishes, and savor your culinary creations while enjoying complimentary rice wine. - Delight in a real cooking experience in Hanoi with this hands-on class. - Explore market with a local expert who can guide you to the best finds. - Discover Vietnamese cuisine through this enjoyable and interactive experience. - Create delicious, authentic dishes and then enjoy your amazing meal.