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Pottery Making Class for Beginners in Hanoi

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Activity provider: Pottery Hai Doan
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Tour in Hanoi, including English interpreter and Throwing wheels. Run by Pottery Hai Doan, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 2.5 hours
  • English interpreter
  • Throwing wheels
  • Clay
  • Pottery tools
  • Apron

Pottery Making Class for Beginners in Hanoi: Key Facts

PriceFrom $38.96 per person
Duration2.5 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 2.5-hour experience in Hanoi. It is run by Pottery Hai Doan, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Japanese craft classes are taught by practitioners who have usually done the craft for decades, and they teach it properly: calligraphy begins with how to hold the brush and grind the ink; pottery on the wheel produces a cup that is fired and posted to you weeks later; ikebana teaches the three-line structure of a Sogetsu or Ikenobo arrangement; indigo dyeing and washi papermaking are done in the workshops of the towns that specialise in them. Classes run one to three hours, materials are included, and most welcome children with a parent.

The price covers English interpreter, Throwing wheels, Clay, Pottery tools and Apron. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Pottery Hai Doan sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Pottery Hai Doan before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • English interpreter
  • Throwing wheels
  • Clay
  • Pottery tools
  • Apron

Important information

Meeting point

Pottery Hai Doan sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

5/5
based on 79 reviews
Guide
5/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Paris
July 8, 2026

We had such a fun time making our pottery pieces, we would definitely recommend this to anyone coming to Hanoi

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Sophie
May 26, 2026

Hero was great & explained everything well. We really enjoyed.

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Linda
September 23, 2025

This was really cool as a first timer the teacher was really nice she was guiding me through and also letting me try it and she would correct me. The catch is the price charged was for the class without the fire or smoothening but honestly it’s not that expensive.

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Cristina
June 27, 2026

We absolutely loved loved the experience!! Mei was the most amazing, talented and caring guide, and a super nice person too. We got very one on one attention and I just wanted to express how grateful we are for making my friends birthday extra special.

5
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Raymund
April 26, 2026

Pottery making is both therapeutic and fun. I can do this the whole day!

5
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Jennifer
February 1, 2026

We loved the pottery class - our host was very patient and taught us well. The peacefulness of the class took us out of the Hanoi hustle and bustle which was perfect. We also loved the small class factor - as a family of four, this suited us extremely well. Thank you for an very enjoyable afternoon and we look forward to seeing our pottery after being fired!

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Amit
January 18, 2026

We had a wonderful time with Ti. He was very knowledgeable & entertaining. He was very patient as we navigated pottery as first timers. His energy and sense of humour added so much light to our experience. We will definitely be recommending this experience with Ti to our friends and family, keep up the awesome work! Thank you very much as now I'm inspired to take up more artistic hobbies.

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Jack
June 30, 2025

Really cool and cosy studio, the team were so friendly and spoke very good English and we made some nice pottery!

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Evan
April 5, 2025

Would highly recommend doing this when in Hanoi! We learned how to make a cup and coaster that we will bring home to have our morning coffee everyday 😊 Thanks for helping me correct all the mistakes I made and for a lovely afternoon ❤️

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Fati
December 8, 2024

it is my second time taking a pottery class in hanoi and this one is def my favorite. in this class I got to understand how to make pottery better, the girls working at this place are kind, sweet and professional, the place itself is warm and homely. I HIGHLY recommend this place more than any other one❤️✨️can't wait to be back🫶

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Emily
October 28, 2024

Was a core memory and highlight of my trip! Will recommend to everyone, such lovely ladies, fluent in English just an amazing experience!!!

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Emily
October 28, 2024

The teachers were very helpfull and extra attentive. It was my first time they really helped every step of the way. Will never forget this experience. 1000% recommend ✨

Frequently Asked Questions

Pottery Hai Doan sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
Unless the option says private, this runs as a small group. The operator caps it rather than filling a coach, and if you want it to yourselves the private option is priced separately on this page.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
English interpreter, Throwing wheels, Clay, Pottery tools, Apron
The duration of the Pottery Making Class for Beginners in Hanoi is typically 2.5 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$38.96