Explore Bat trang village & Ceramics factories with local guide
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7 hours
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Bat Trang is one of the most well-known traditional handicraft villages in Vietnam. Traditional Ceramics village with history of seven centuries, is an interesting attraction in Hanoi that tourists should not ignore.
With more than 10years working in factory in bat trang village, we know how to guide and bring more experience for customer , The customers can explore in our factory and work with our employee , that why our tour is very different with other
High lights:
Explore Glaze factory and hand made, hand painted factory
visit Old Kiln
Doing Ceramics class
Discover Ancient village
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Bottled water
Snacks
What To Expect
Explore real and unique Bat Trang Ceramics factories - village Bat Trang is one of the most well-known traditional handicraft villages in Vietnam. Traditional Ceramics village with history of seven centuries, is an interesting attraction in Hanoi that tourists should not ignore. With more than 10years working in factory in bat trang village, we know how to guide and bring more experience for customer , The customers can explore in our factory and work with our employee , that why our tour is very different with other Itinerary 9h30am pick up at our shop– Authentic bat trang in Hanoi old quarter – 62 Hang Hom, transfer to Bat Trang ceramics village, Bat trang is is about 15 kilometers south east of Hanoi center, We will take in 40 minutes to get there, 10h15am Arrival Bat Trang village transfer to our first factory called GLAZE FACTORY you will see how people making how to burn products, what kind of the clays, glazes and how to glaze products..... Here you will learn about processing, from clay ->Working-> Dry ->Fire->Glaze->Fire-> Products 11h15 After the glaze factory we will transfer and visit the oldest kiln in Bat Trang ceramics village – the kiln was 200 years, they only use the woods to fire, called LÒ BẦU CỔ It is very interested when you can come in side the kiln and discover 12h00 We get lunch at the with traditional Vietnamese food in bat trang 12h45 after lunch, we entry the bat trang ancient Behind the busy place is quite village, with old house and narrow street, (if you don’t have tour guide, you will get lose here) 14h00 we transfer to visit other factory called HAND MADE AND HAND PAINTED FACTORY Here all the ceramics was made by hand, From this factory you can learn to make products on the wheels too, We have short pottery ceramics class for you here, 16h00 transfer to the car and go back to Hanoi 16h 45 drop at your Authentic bat trang shop in Hanoi old quarter High lights: Explore Glaze factory and hand made, hand painted factory visit Old Kiln Doing Ceramics class Discover Ancient village Included Car English speaking tour guide Entrance fee Burning products making in the class Water
Authentic Bat Trang
We bring the oldest ceramics village of Bat Trang to you right in the heart of Hanoi's old quarter, at 62 Hang Hom, Hang gai, Hoan Kiem. Here you will find a wide selection of authentic Bat Trang ceramics for sale. You can even join a pottery class conducted by an experienced teacher, in a small group setting. you can learn the basics of pottery and you can take home your very own creation.
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Explore Bat trang village & Ceramics factories with local guide
Reviews
34 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great to find out how pottery is made and the history of Bat Trang
Gordon T,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Sony as our guide, from a family with generations making pottery and ceramics at Bat Trang. The tour showed us the different types of factories and methods to make high volume and hand crafted ceramic items. We saw hand crafting experts glazing, making, trimming and painting Duffy products. Sony also gave information on the history of the area and its significance across Vietnam. The tour involved walking through the factories, village and ended at the local market. We also saw the old wooden kiln and had lunch at a cafe specialising in local cuisine. You won’t go hungry! It’s a good idea to have comfortable walking shoes, and many of the factories and buildings have unique stair cases. You also go near a few kilns - so it can get a little warm at times. If we hadn’t booked the tour, we would have probably only found the market, without getting an understanding of the process, a feel for the township and history of the craft. The tour usually includes time to try your hand at making items - but with the firing and finishing, you need to be there two days later to get your finished item back at the shop. Well worth while, and Sony was informative, enthusiastic and a great guide.
One-of-a-kind experience in Hanoi
K7748MJlauraj,
May 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an eye-opening experience visiting the factories where ceramics are hand-molded, poured, and trimmed in Bat Trang. My guide who owned the shop in Hanoi and whose family owned two factories in the village was a great communicator, brought a bottle of water for me, and checked-in with me as we went along. And the pottery at the end of class was super fun too! I got my pieces back in just over a day. Every tourist should see the attention to detail and time taken to perfect the craft and the people behind the products we consume.
Must do activity in Hanoi
N4063PLdavidn,
Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was one of the best highlights of the side tours from Hanoi for us. First we spent 1.5 hour in local shop in Hanoi learning to make our own pottery on the spin table. Our lovely instructor was very gracious and patient with us. I must have gone through 10 blocks of clay before I could produce a decent vase. You later can pick a glaze color the the shop will fire the pottery in their kiln. This process will take 2 days and the result was fantastic for us to bring home. Afterward the tour guide took us to Bac Trang Village about 40 minutes away. One nice thing about this tour is the tour guide family has two factories in Bac Trang therefore we could get the insider observation and talk to the workers in the factories. We had many questions and they were answered honestly without trade secrets. We also visited old town and the ancient original wood fire kiln. We toured different areas of the village which all have different specialties of pottery making. Also included was delicious lunch Bun Cha grilled pork. Tour was around 5.5 hours total. Very highly recommended
Excellent tour!
843reissg,
Mar 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really excellent tour and throwing class, we got 1.5hr on the wheel throwing pottery to begin with and then taken to Bat Trang and shown through multiple pottery factories, as well as getting to see some of the old village and the dragon kiln. The included lunch was also very nice. The pottery instructor and tour guide both spoke good english and were very kind
Best Tour from the Old Quarter in Hanoi
clauderW782EA,
Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The morning started with Hang demonstrating the pottery wheel and different shapes of bowls, plates, and cups. She was phenomenal!!! After serving a master potter from her village of Bat Trang for over a year, her skill and knowledge guided the novice person to the experienced pottery person to make exceptional art to take home! She not only guided but taught in an educational way. After your work was completed, a family traditional glaze could be added to your work. I then traveled by private car to Bat Trang with Sony, to experience the ancient village. We toured 3-4 factories and saw different products in all phases of completion. Learned so much about the Ancient Village of Bat Trang and their history and culture. Not only did we see factories, we were able to talk with the workers and artists. We walked through the ancient village, saw the kilns that fired the bricks for the Citadel in Hanoi in ancient times. We ate lunch at a small restaurant serving home made Vietnamese cuisine. Cooked as you watched. After lunch toured other factories and shops Best tour I did in Hanoi. Very reasonable!
Best Tour in Hanoi
clauderR9788MW,
Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour and pottery class was fantastic. The best tour I did in Hanoi !!!! Hang, who taught the pottery class was amazing. She had served over a year with a master potter and her skill was unbelievable. She guided both novice and veteran potters to make extraordinary pottery. The family’ secret glaze with the finish, made the pieces outstanding. After the class we went with the shop’s owner, Sony to Bat Trang to the pottery village. Toured 3-4 factories. Saw products being made in all different stages. All different examples While going to the different factories, walked through the ancient buildings of Bat Trang. Saw the kilns that fired the bricks for the Citadel in Hanoi. Lunch was provided at an authentic Vietnamese woman. Food was home made and fresh. Very reasonable and a must do to see the ancient culture of pottery in Vietnam.
Amazing ceramics world of Bat Trang
avenuetravel,
Mar 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day exploring different pottery factories with an owner of a factory! He showed us around in their factory explaining how different types of ceramics are made. We also explored the ancient village of potters, drank tea with the family and artists, had lunch and fun. The tour finished with a pottery class in Hanoi at their shop- few days later we picked up our work- best souvenirs from this amazing trip to Vietnam.
Excellent Bat Trang tour and class. Highly recommended!
travellingGirl111,
Mar 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great for novices and for experienced ceramicists. You start with a ceramics class and the teacher is excellent and helpful. Everyone can make a piece under her patient guidance. Then you are taken by car to Bat Trang Village, where the guide shows you his and his uncle's factory, explaining how pieces are made, fired , glazed, painted. We popped into stores and other factories We walked on street with many showrooms and into the old part of the village, waved at school kids, went into old buildings housing artisans, visited local community center and an old kiln. After delicious lunch we visited a local ceramics tool market at my request. The guide was very accommodating and offered insight as his family has a long history in the village. This is different than other Bat Trang tours. Note, allow 2 days for firing of your piece so do this tour early in your stay. The ceramics class can be messy so do not wear your fancy clothes. Highly recommended!
Interesting foray into the world of Vietnamese ceramics
Theresa S,
Jan 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Interesting and sort of niche tour through the ceramics factories and area of Bat Trang Village in Hanoi. Included lunch and a pottery class where the instructor was very helpdul in guiding us to succesafully create our own pieces which were fired and glazed in house for us to collect. The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the craft of ceramics, and extensively described it while guiding us through multiple factories, one which he ran himself. Highly recommended.
Awesome experience!
OnAir56520964677,
Jan 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing and informative tour! Had so much fun making pottery and learning about Vietnam’s pottery history. Best guide!!
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