Nestled along the tranquil banks of the Thu Bon River, just 3 kilometers west of Hoi An Ancient Town, lies Thanh Ha Pottery Village (Làng Gốm Thanh Hà). With over 500 years of living history, this peaceful craft village offers visitors a rare glimpse into Vietnam’s ancient ceramic traditions.
Established in the late 16th century by craftsmen migrating from Thanh Hoa Province, Thanh Ha once supplied durable terracotta tiles, bricks, and household jars for royal construction in Hue Imperial City and trading merchants across Asia. Today, it remains an active artisanal village where families continue to shape clay using traditional foot-powered potter wheels.
Top Highlights & Things to Do in Thanh Ha Village
Step up to a traditional foot-spun wooden wheel! Local master artisans will guide you step-by-step to mold clay into your own bowl, vase, or teacup. (Included free with your entry ticket!).
Every visitor ticket includes a complimentary handmade clay whistle shaped like 12 Vietnamese zodiac animals. Test out its bird-like whistle sound made by local elders!
Covering 6,000 sq meters, this is Vietnam’s largest ceramic museum park. Admire stunning miniature terracotta replicas of the Sydney Opera House, Taj Mahal, Colosseum, and Hoi An Ancient Town.
Watch senior female artisans work in pairs — one continuously kicks the wheel with her feet while the other shapes large terracotta water urns with incredible speed and precision.
How to Travel to Thanh Ha Pottery Village
Thanh Ha Village is conveniently located 3km west of Hoi An Ancient Town. Here are the best transportation choices:
- Bicycle / E-Scooter: A pleasant 15-minute ride along the scenic riverbank road (Hung Vuong or Duy Tan Street) from Hoi An Old Town.
- Private Car Sightseeing Transfer: The most comfortable option for families and international travelers visiting from Da Nang or Hue. Combine Thanh Ha Pottery Village with Cam Thanh Coconut Village and Marble Mountains in a single seamless day tour.
- Boat Ride on Thu Bon River: Scenic wooden tourist boats depart from Bach Dang dock in Hoi An Old Town and drop you off directly at the village jetty.
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