Hoi An
The lantern workshops in the town that glows with them: silk stretched over bamboo frames, your own foldable lantern built in two hours and packed flat for the flight. The craft is centuries old; the suitcase trick is new.
Discover Vietnam’s coffee culture with a hands-on workshop in Hoi An. Learn to make four authentic styles, enjoy tasting, and take home new skills.
Most Popular“This is a fun, group activity with lots of hands-on instruction for five coder-making styles. Recommended.”
Discover the art and culture of Hoi An with a hands-on lantern-making class. Create your own foldable lantern, learn local traditions, and take home a unique souvenir.
“This was such a fun activity and so worth the price! The staff were super friendly, helpful and patient. You get such a big choice of fabric to make your lantern look exactly how you want it. A great activity to do in Hoi An!…”
Discover how to craft your own foldable silk lanterns in Hoi An, learn about their cultural significance, and take home a unique souvenir with this fun, authentic class.
“We had an excellent experience, and enjoyed every minute of making our own lanterns. The staff were very friendly, welcoming and so helpfull, would highly reccomend”
Explore Vietnamese coffee culture with a fun, authentic class in Hoi An, making five traditional coffees while learning their stories and techniques.
“So much fun learning to make all these different kinds of coffee. I highly recommened doing this activity while visiting Hoi An. The coffee's were delicious and the hosts were very informative. They give you the recipes so you can make them at home.”
Create your own traditional Vietnamese lantern in Hoi An with expert guidance, beautiful fabrics, and a relaxed, self-paced workshop for a memorable keepsake.
“We had a great time making lanterns in the heart of the old town. Incredibly affordable, if you’re even thinking about buying a lantern in Hoi An, I highly recommend that you come here and make it yourself. The guides were helpful, but did not…”
Discover the art and culture of Hoi An through a hands-on lantern-making class with locals. Create your own souvenir amid stunning night views.
“Very nice and quiet activity, and the women working there were very helpful”
Discover authentic Vietnamese culture with this 4.5-hour tour in Hoi An, featuring lantern making, a basket boat ride, market visits, and cooking classes for just $30.
“An enjoyable morning spent making a lantern and cooking some delicious food. We were able to sit out the coconut boat ride.”
Discover the charm of Hoi An with this foldable lantern making class. Create your own souvenir, enjoy cultural insights, and take home a crafted memory.
“We upgraded to the two hour lantern making workshop. We had a lovely time and the staff were very helpful and encouraging. They checked (and corrected) our progress through each stage of construction so our finished lanterns looked just as good as the ones for…”
Experience authentic Vietnamese culture with a 3.5-hour lantern and coffee making class in Hoi An. Learn traditional techniques, craft your own lantern, and savor local coffee flavors.
“We had so much fun with the hosts during the activities, the family who runs the shops are fantastic, such good laughs and really good value for money”
Discover the charm of Hoi An with a 1-hour lantern-making class. Create your own souvenirs, enjoy local treats, and learn from friendly guides for an authentic experience.
“My 17 year old daughter and I did this class and LOVED it. They were so encouraging and passionate. We (and the other people doing the class) thoroughly enjoyed it. A must do. Cannot recommend it highly enough!!!”
Discover Hoi An’s authentic side with a full-day tour featuring lantern making, basket boat rides, crab fishing, and delicious local food for just $32.
“I loved this tour and had a blast. Everything from the lantern making class, basket boat, crab fishing, and the food the chef made was amazing and fun. Everyone was friendly and helpful and made the experience that much more enjoyable. 10/10 would definitely recommend.”
Discover authentic Vietnamese coffee with a hands-on class in Hoi An, learning traditional brewing techniques from local experts for a memorable cultural experience.
“Interesting learning about coffee in Vietnam, and enjoyed learning how to make different types of Vietnamese coffees”
Experience the charm of Hoi An with this 3.5-hour tour, combining Vietnamese coffee craftsmanship and colorful lantern-making—perfect for culture lovers.
“I loved both the lantern and coffee making classes. The teachers were funny patient and helpful and the whole experience was my most memorable part in my trip to Vietnam! If you have time or if you want to try something different and unique please…”
Experience traditional Vietnam with a hands-on lantern-making class and scenic boat ride in Hoi An. Discover cultural treasures for just $17.50.
“This was my favourite experience of our trip. Our teacher was patient and kind helping us make Our lanterns and explained the process well. She then organise our boat for the boat ride. We were going to run late to the memories show so She…”
Discover the charm of Hoi An with a hands-on lantern-making class led by a family with generations of craft. Enjoy authentic culture, fun, and a unique souvenir for $14.
“We had the best time learning to make lanterns! Lynn is such a wonderful teacher and very helpful. I cannot recommend her enough, very very good value for money. This is a must try experience in Hoi An🏮✨”
Lantern light on the river, basket boats and the best tailors in Asia.