Vietnamese coffee is strong, sweet and made with ritual, and a class in Hoi An is an easy way to learn it. This two-hour session, called Vietnamese Culture and Coffee Making Class on the tour page, has a perfect rating from more than seven hundred reviews, which is a rare level of consistency for a small activity. You sit at a table with a host, learn how the metal phin filter works, try different styles and make your own drinks, with some talk about Vietnamese coffee habits and culture along the way. It is relaxed, indoors and inexpensive, and suits people who like coffee, want a break from walking or need an activity that does not depend on the weather.
What you can expect to learn
How the phin filter drips coffee slowly over condensed milk or sugar, why robusta beans give Vietnamese coffee its punch, and how a drink such as egg coffee is whisked into a custard-like foam. Different classes vary in the exact drinks they teach, so read the tour page for the menu. The drinks are strong, so people sensitive to caffeine should pace themselves or choose the lighter options. Bring an appetite for sweet things, because Vietnamese coffee often leans towards sweetness.
Why it fits Hoi An
The town has a café culture of its own, with riverside terraces, tiny lane cafés and a long tradition of drinking coffee to pass slow afternoons. A class gives you the vocabulary to order better in every café you visit afterwards. It is also a good family activity for older children and teenagers, who can make a non-coffee drink if they prefer, and a useful rainy-weather plan.
This guide was written on 7 November 2026, in the wet season, when afternoon showers are common, so an indoor class like this is a sensible item to keep in reserve.
Practical points
Classes run at set times, so book a slot that fits around your other plans. Allow two hours, plus time to find the venue, and confirm whether a hotel pickup is included. Tell the host about any dietary needs, particularly dairy, since condensed milk is the default.
A coffee class is not a substitute for a cooking class, and it overlaps with neither the food walk nor the farm visit, but it combines well with them in a relaxed day. Check the cancellation terms on the page because small classes sometimes have shorter windows than large tours.
What to expect
The experience
A seated, hands-on class in making Vietnamese coffee, with a host explaining the phin filter, the drinks and the culture around them.
Best time
Any time, and a very good plan for a showery afternoon in the wet season.
How long
About two hours.
Tips
Pace the caffeine, tell the host about dairy or dietary needs, and confirm whether pickup is included.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Coffee lovers and anyone who wants an indoor activity that is fun and quick.
- Families
- Good for older children and teens, who can make a lighter or non-coffee drink.
- Couples
- A relaxed afternoon activity to share between sightseeing stops.
- Pair with
- The food walk, the night market and a lantern-making class.
- Time needed
- Two hours.
Good questions
How long is the coffee class?+
About two hours, according to the tour page.
Will I learn egg coffee?+
Egg coffee is a common feature of Hoi An coffee classes, but drinks vary by session, so check the tour page for the menu.
Is it suitable for children?+
Yes for older children and teens, who can make a lighter or non-coffee drink. Remember that Vietnamese coffee is strong.
Is it good in the rain?+
Yes. It is indoors, which makes it a good plan for a wet-season afternoon.
Can I join if I avoid dairy?+
Tell the host in advance. Sweetened condensed milk is the standard ingredient, and alternatives depend on the venue.
