Hanoi Heritage: Traditional Embroidery Workshop in Ancient House

5.0 (6 reviews) Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

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.

What's included

  • 01 complimentary drink (bottled water, iced tea, or seasonal fruit juice) and local snacks.
  • Photos taken during the session upon request.
  • Enjoy a brief visit to discover the charm of the ancient house.
  • All embroidery materials (hoop, fabric, thread).
  • Your completed embroidery piece to take home.
  • Translator to support you during the workshop.
  • No time limitation, enjoy at your own pace.
  • All applicable taxes included.
  • Expert instruction from a famous local artisan.
  • Meals and beverages not specified in the inclusion.
  • Tips & Personal expenses.

What to expect

Discover the beauty of Vietnamese handcrafted embroidery in a timeless house hidden in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. Your class will be led by an experienced artisan, who will introduce you to the fundamental stitches and techniques passed down through generations.

All materials are provided, including fabric, hoops, and colorful threads. You’ll be fully hands-on throughout the process within a 60- to 90-minute session, designed for all skill levels, whether you are a complete beginner or a experienced crafter. By the end, your finished embroidery can be carefully packed, becoming a meaningful handmade keepsake or gift to remember your experience. In addition, the workshop features a curated collection of embroidered artworks created by renowned artisans, which are available for purchase with worldwide shipping.

To enhance your creative experience, enjoy complimentary refreshments including bottled water, iced tea, or seasonal fruit juice, paired with traditional Vietnamese sweets: green bean cakes and peanut candy.

For a full cultural immersion, opt to a traditional home-cooked meal with iconic Hanoi dishes, prepared with care by the family and served in the house’s serene setting.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Tân Mỹ House, 16 Hang Trong Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. Please arrive yourself to the meeting point. Our staff will welcome you there

End point

Tân Mỹ House, 16 Hang Trong Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. Please arrive yourself to the meeting point. Our staff will welcome you there

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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