Why to visit Participate in A Silk Weaving Workshop
Besides the ancient town and tailor shops, Hoi An is one of the two major cities offering the traditional, well-known, and very strong silk weaving business of Vietnam.
Centrally located in the country, Hoi An also offers practical workshop sessions on hands-on weaving activities that demonstrate clearly the detailed, step-by-step process involved in making fine fabric from silkworm cocoons.
The variety of workshops the local silk village offers allows participation in broad aspects, from sericulture to final weaving.
What to Expect During a Silk Weaving Workshop
- Sericulture Tour: Learn the life cycle of silkworms and how they develop silk threads.
- Reeling & Dyeing: Join the event of extracting silk fibers and natural dyeing.
- Hand-weaving Demonstration: Try your hand at weaving on a traditional wooden loom.
- Souvenir Creation: Make your own piece of silk as a souvenir.
More Things to Do in Hoi An
- Visit the Hoi An Ancient Town - UNESCO-listed heritage site and lantern-lit streets.
- Join a Lantern Making Class - Make your own signature silk lantern from Hoi An.
- Tra Que Herb Village- Learn about Vietnamese farming.
Places Nearby
- Hoi An Ancient Town: 3 km away My Son Sanctuary: 40 km away
- Da Nang City: 30 km away
Visitor Information
- Workshop Price: 500,000 - 1,500,000 VND (~20-60 USD) per person, depending on the length.
- Best Time to Visit: Mornings for smaller group sizes and a more personalized experience.
- Average Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
Distance
From Da Nang: 30 km (~45-minute drive).
