Hanoi Old Quarter Vietnamese Traditional Tea Ceremony & Tasting Small-Group Class

Learn the traditional Vietnamese tea ceremony
at a tea house in the Old Quarter

This small-group class lets you experience Vietnamese tea culture for about 2 hours at a quiet, cozy tea house in an Old Quarter alley. Up to 5 people take part, and the class is held in Vietnamese or English.

You hear about the history and philosophy of tea, watch a traditional tea ceremony demonstration, brew tea yourself, and taste 3–5 premium Vietnamese teas.

Hear about the history and philosophy of Vietnamese tea

After a warm welcome from the tea host, a short orientation introduces the philosophy of Vietnamese tea culture and the role of tea in daily and ceremonial life.

Then learn about Vietnam’s tea heritage, growing regions and traditional uses, and talk about varieties such as lotus tea and authentic local teas. You can ask the host questions along the way.

Watch the ceremony and brew tea yourself

The tea master demonstrates the traditional Vietnamese tea ceremony step by step, from choosing the tools to preparing and pouring the tea, so you can see the rhythm and etiquette of each step up close.

Next, brew and serve tea yourself with guidance, learning techniques such as water temperature, leaf quantity and timing, along with the etiquette of serving and drinking tea.

Taste 3–5 premium teas

Taste 3–5 premium Vietnamese teas, each with its own character and aroma, served with traditional Vietnamese sweets or light snacks while the host shares tasting notes.

Finally, chat about the role of tea in Vietnamese hospitality and family gatherings, take photos, and buy teas you like to take home.

※ The tea house is on the second floor.