Let’s discover creative tourism in Da Nang
DNO - In Da Nang, every piece of clay, glass and wood tells a story, inviting you to create, connect, and discover the living soul of Vietnamese culture.
On a gentle Saturday morning, as sunlight dances through vibrant rice fields, a journey of creativity begins at LAM Kitchen in Hoi An Dong Ward, Da Nang. Here, visitors take part in a hands-on workshop making ‘suncatchers’, colourful glass ornaments shaped like paper cranes, boats, or childhood airplanes. Each piece is more than just craftwork; it’s a memory captured in light, echoing the charm of Hoi An.
A short ride away, at the Le Duc Ha Pottery Studio in Dien Ban Ward, the earthy scent of clay, the rhythmic spin of the wheel, and the calm guidance of a master artisan create a deeply personal encounter. Visitors mold and decorate their own ceramics, an act not just of making, but of co-creating. The warm pottery, fresh from the kiln, carries the spirit of the land and the slow rhythm of tradition.
Further inland, in Go Noi Commune, lies Woodart Vietnam, an art space where young artisan Tran Duy breathes new life into woodcarving. By blending Vietnamese folk motifs with modern symbols, he invites travellers to shape their own sculptures and take home a piece of local identity.
Creative tourism in Da Nang is not about ticking off attractions. It's about engaging with local life, learning from seasoned hands, and leaving with a deeper connection to culture. Olivia Wilson, a traveller from the UK, shared: “Shaping a wooden sculpture here wasn’t just fun, it felt like I was breathing with the land, learning through art.”
More than a destination, Da Nang is an invitation, to shape, to feel, to remember. Through hands-on experiences with local artisans, travelers don’t just visit, they become part of the story, carrying home not souvenirs, but soulful creations and lasting connections.