The Hoi An Watercolor Class Explorer – A Creative Travel Experience
Why join a Watercolor Painting Class? Hoi An isn’t just about lanterns, tailors, or bowls of cao lầu. Hidden among its golden walls is the only watercolor painting class in Hoi An — a workshop that invites travelers to pause and connect with the city’s colors in a different way.
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Finding the Painting Classes in Hoi An Old Town
The Painting Classes takes place in a cozy studio near Cua Dai beach. At first glance, you might miss the wooden door with the small painted sign: Hoi An Watercolor Workshop. Inside, the space glows with natural light, brushes in jars, and paper waiting for new stories. It’s quiet, almost like stepping into a different rhythm away from the buzzing streets outside.
What to Expect in the Workshop
- Duration: Around 2.5 to 3 hours
- Price: 750,000–850,000 VND (30–33 USD), including all materials
- Class Size: Small groups of 4–8 people
- Schedule: Morning sessions available
- Included: Watercolor paper, paints, brushes, apron, and usually tea or coffee
The teacher, a local artist with over 20 years of experience, guides participants through watercolor basics. You’ll learn how to blend colors, how water changes the flow of pigment, and how imperfections often lead to the most beautiful effects.
Painting the Colors of Hoi An
Unlike snapping a quick photo, painting makes you slow down. In this class, travelers often choose subjects that capture the essence of Hoi An — lanterns, bougainvillea flowers, old walls with fading paint.
When I joined, I painted a yellow wall draped with pink blossoms. Every stroke made me notice details I’d missed before: the cracks in the plaster, the way sunlight hit the shutters at 10 a.m., the texture of the petals. Watercolor felt like the perfect medium to reflect the city’s softness and charm.
Who Should Take This Class?
This isn’t just for artists. In fact, most people who join have little or no painting experience. The class is for:
- Solo travelers who want a calming, meditative activity
- Couples looking for a creative date in Hoi An
- Families with older kids interested in art
- Anyone tired of rushing between attractions and craving something slower
Practical Tips for Booking the Watercolor Workshop
- How to Book: WhatsApp or hotline 0916528884. Advance booking is recommended since spots are limited.
- Location: Lovely house at Cua Dai Beach
- Best Time to Join: Morning sessions are quieter
- Bring With You: Nothing but an open mind — all tools are provided.
Why This Watercolor Workshop Stands Out Among Hoi An Activities
Hoi An offers plenty of creative workshops: lantern-making, cooking classes, pottery in Thanh Hà Village. Each has its charm, but the watercolor workshop is different because it’s the only one of its kind. You don’t just leave with a souvenir; you leave with your own interpretation of the city, painted by hand.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Language: The class is taught in English and Vietnamese
- Skill Level: Beginners welcome, no experience required
- Group Size: Small groups ensure individual attention
- Souvenir: You keep your finished painting, rolled up for safe travel
Best Things to Do in Hoi An Beyond the Old Town
- If you’re planning your itinerary, here’s how the watercolor class fits in with other things to do in Hoi An:
- Morning: Take the watercolor class, enjoy a coffee break afterward
- Afternoon: Cycle through the rice fields toward An Bàng Beach
- Evening: Return to the Old Town to see lanterns light up by the Thu Bồn River
It’s a slower day compared to cramming in multiple tours, but sometimes that’s exactly what Hoi An teaches you — to slow down.
If you want to capture the essence of Hoi An in a way that’s personal, not just another photo on your phone, set aside three hours for this workshop. Let the brush find its way across the paper. You might discover, as I did, that the best souvenir isn’t bought — it’s paint
