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Hanoi
Pottery Class Hanoi: Craft Your Own Souvenir!
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Overview
Bat Trang Pottery Class in Hanoi Old Quarter offers a unique, hands-on experience right in the heart of Hanoi! Forget the trip outside the city; this class brings the ancient art of Bat Trang pottery to you, located conveniently at 115 Hang Gai, Hoan Kiem.
Learn from a skilled potter who comes directly from Bat Trang village! This isn't just any class; it's a chance to dive into the history and basics of Vietnamese pottery. For three hours, participants can practice making all sorts of ceramic pieces using an easy-to-use electric pottery wheel. With slots available in the morning (8:30 AM - 11:30 AM) or afternoon (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM), it's easy to fit this fun experience into any schedule. The pottery class has AC and bathrooms for pottery students.
Participants should plan ahead, as the firing and glazing process takes 2-3 days to complete. This ensures you can pick up your beautiful, finished creation to take home! For those with a shorter stay, a white glaze option is available (1-2 days), or the shop can offer items as a substitue or ship the finished piece later for an additional fee. 
Highlights
Make Pottery Easily: Use an electric pottery wheel - it's simple to learn.
Pottery in the City: No need to travel far! Learn in Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Expert Help: A potter from Bat Trang will show you how.
Create as Much as You Want: Make many pottery pieces, no limit!
Take Home a Souvenir: Keep your favorite piece after it is finished.
Convenient Studio: The pottery class has AC and bathrooms for pottery students
Sentiment Analysis
Customers loved how much fun they had creating pottery.
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The teacher was very helpful and patient.
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People enjoyed making many pottery pieces.
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The location in the Old Quarter was convenient.
Some people wished the firing process was faster.
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Shipping costs for finished pieces can add up.
The Journey
115 Hang Gai, Hoan Kiem
The pottery class takes place at this location in the Old Quarter. You will join a pottery class conducted by an experienced teacher from bat trang ceramics village.
Bat Trang Pottery Basics
Learn about the history and basics of Bat Trang pottery and practice on an electric pottery wheel.
Firing and Glazing
After the class, your chosen piece will be fired and glazed, ready for pickup in 2-3 days (or white glaze only for 1-2 days).
Know Before You Go
This pottery class lets you learn the basics of pottery and take home your own pottery creation! Included is all the equipment you will need to create pottery. Pickup/drop off is not included, you must find your own way to the class. Please plan to pick up the pottery that you created 2-3 days later due to it taking time to properly finish.
Hot Tip
Plan ahead and book your class at least 30 minutes in advance to secure your spot. Remember that the pottery needs to be fired and glazed, which takes 2-3 days. If you can't wait, opt for the quicker white glaze (1-2 days) or have the shop ship it to you.
Review Summary
People usually say the Bat Trang Pottery Class in Hanoi Old Quarter is a fun, relaxing, and creative experience with kind and patient instructors. Most travelers appreciate the hands-on guidance, the ability to make multiple pieces, and the convenience of taking home a glazed souvenir the next day. Some note that the class is easy to book and well worth the price, while a few mention that the process takes longer than expected if you want your pottery glazed in colors other than white.
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