City: Hanoi
Top Things to do in Hanoi
10 Lessons & Workshops in Hanoi That You Shouldn't Miss
The charming Vietnamese capital has aged well, preserving the Old Quarter, monuments and colonial architecture, while making room for modern developments alongside. Hanoi may have shrugged off several former names, including Thang Long, or "ascending dragon," but it hasn't forgotten its past, as sites such as Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and Hoa Lo Prison attest. Lakes, parks, shady boulevards and more than 600 temples and pagodas add to the appeal of this city, which is easily explored by taxi.
Restaurants in Hanoi
1. Indigo Store
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5.0 based on 71 reviews
Indigo Store is the Organic & Fair-trade shop in Hanoi Vietnam. We are running several handicraft projects with ethnic minority people in Northern Vietnam. We have the ONLY Indigo Dying Workshop in Hanoi.
2. Vietnam Motorbike Rides
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5.0 based on 107 reviews
We offer bespoke motorcycle tours of North Vietnam, where every detail can be altered to suit you. From our base in Hanoi, our specialised offer some of the most spectacular scenery and unique cultural experiences in all of South East Asia. We also provide motorbike lessons.
3. Backstreet Academy
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5.0 based on 153 reviews
Explore Hanoian culture through our exclusive collection of travel experiences - cook with a family, craft leather products or learn traditional music, the backstreets offer the richest interaction with the culture and people of a place. Immerse yourself in the de facto Hanoian experience where the local backdrop retains its integrity and originality and discover a side of the city you never knew.
Reviewed By 09cindya
My daughters and I recently attended a workshop and made a small leather wallet. It was a very relaxed and enjoyable workshop with great support from Ngan.
4. Lo Bau Co Bat Trang
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
5. Vietlesson
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5.0 based on 75 reviews
Vietlesson Coffee House is a language school for travellers wanting to learn basic Vietnamese . We welcome beginners with fun lessons to quickly and confidently talk to the locals Our relaxed loacation offers a courtyard, or just come and find a quiet corner to study with high speed internet.
Reviewed By caitlinw591
I have been taking Vietnamese language courses at Vietlesson since September 2019. I have taken Beginner 1, Beginner 2, and am currently taking Intermediate. I have been so thrilled with the quality of instruction with Vietlesson since our first lesson. Class sizes are small, which allows for individual attention from the teacher. The atmosphere overall is comfortable and friendly, and I have made great friends through my language class. The teacher, Liên, is absolutely wonderful - her friendly manner, sense of humor, and real desire to help all students learn makes learning a new language fun, even when it is a challenge. The courses emphasize pronunciation from the start of Beginner 1, which is incredibly important when learning Vietnamese. Additionally, the courses balance vocabulary, grammar, writing, reading, listening, and speaking practice wonderfully. Since Vietlesson also offers English courses, students can participate in language exchanges, which allows the students to practice their Vietnamese skills with native speakers. The courses also pair with a vocabulary app (Memrise) which I have found incredibly helpful in learning new vocabulary. Moreover, Vietlesson Coffee House offers a comfortable seating area to chat before and after lessons and offers a nice selection of coffee and other drinks (the ginger tea is incredible). I could not be more pleased with the quality of Vietlesson and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to learn Vietnamese!
6. The Fitness Village
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
The Fitness Village is a gym, swimming pool, and fitness studio. We are located close to West Lake, not for from Ba Dinh and the Old Quarter. Tucked down an alley and away from busy streets, we offer an opportunity for residents and tourists to escape the noise and chaos of the city. All our classes, which include yoga, Pilates, interval training, spinning, Zumba and more, are conducted in English.
Reviewed By maxi3666 - Hanoi, Vietnam
I would never expect such an Unusual gym in Hanoi. Surrounded with garden and bonsai trees Fitness Village is very Unique fitness please. Great teachers and good vibes :)
7. Hanoi Street Food & Cooking Class
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5.0 based on 39 reviews
Hanoi Street Food is set in traditional architecture with a comfortable and natural environment where guests enjoy the specialities of Hanoi and all regions in Vietnam gathered in one convenient place. The food kiosks are arranged similar to a traditional "Vietnamese" market, a large garden and yard but also indoor rooms suitable for family reunions and large gatherings.
Reviewed By RuthA1496
Amazing night with Luke he was so amazing and took us to place we would never gone on our own. He introduced us to the pancakes which I fell so in love with that the next day I went back for more. All the food was amazing well worth the money and great that he could talk and understand English very well. Keep up the good work Luke you will go a long way in the world. Thanks heaps
8. GIU Social Enterprise
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
At GIU Social Enterprise, we offer travelers the opportunity to experience authentic Vietnamese tradition and the chance for locals to reconnect with their own culture. Through a variety of interactive workshops and events, we seek to demonstrate the beauty of Vietnamese art, culture, and history and the benefits it can have for the younger generation. Products are also available for sale.
9. Hanoi Cocktail Class
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Come jump behind the bar at the Icon Kumquat Tree and learn to make your favorite cocktails!
10. Dolio Leatherworks
Dolio organizes workshops to make handmade leather. In 3 hours the students will be making unique handmade leather products. You will choose the type of leather, choose the color and step by step practice the techniques to create your own product.
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