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Stuck traveling during monsoon season is not fun, but what can you do when it’s a natural phenomenon? Here are some of the best activities to make the most of your travels while it’s raining in Ha Noi.
Partake a Pottery Class
Partaking in a pottery class is by far the quickest and most fun way to spend a rainy day. At Authentic Bat Trang, you can book at least 30 minutes in advance, which is incredibly efficient for when the weather is unpredictable. The class lasts around 3 hours and you get to learn the basics of pottery-making on an electric pottery wheel. You will be guided by an English/Vietnamese professional with many years of expertise. If time permits, we can bake your products for you to take home as a souvenir.
Another great thing is that Authentic Bat Trang is located in the heart of Ha Noi where there are endless things to do within walking distance. After your pottery session you can browse for ceramic souvenirs at Authentic Bat Trang’s main store or continue with your explorations of Hanoi’s Old Quarter.
Location: Authentic Bat trang - Ceramic shop & Workshop
Address: 115 P. Hàng Gai, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam
Visit the Vietnamese Women’s Museum
Museums are the best place to shelter from the rain with the added benefit of gaining in-depth knowledge about a new culture. When traveling just about anywhere, visiting museums is a classic must. The Vietnamese National Women’s Museum is one of the most popular museum in Ha Noi for its focus on the contribution women has have on Vietnamese history and culture. It highlights Vietnamese women amongst the many ethnicities thar reside in Vietnam, showcasing their roles in military conflicts, the economy, culture, and family.
Location: Vietnamese Women's Museum
Address: 36 P. Lý Thường Kiệt, Hàng Bài, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam
Vietnamese Spa Experience
Indulge in the ultimate well-ness treatment with Vietnamese spa treatments on a rainy day. Vietnamese spas offers treatments that harmoniously blends oriental techniques with Vietnam’s herbal secrets. Many places will of various different kinds of treatments that will surely ease your mind and body. The massages and skin treatments are affordable and effective, especially after a long trip of traveling.
Here’s a couple of the best spas in Ha Noi’s Old Quarter:
Location: L'essence De La Vie Spa
Address: 99 P. Hàng Gai, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội 11015, Vietnam
Location: La Maison Spa - L'HOTEL du LAC
Address: 35 P. Hàng Trống, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam
Location: Sen Spa Hanoi
Address: 38 Hang Hanh, Hang Trong Hoan Kiem Hanoi City, Vietnam
Learn Cooking Vietnamese Food
During the rainy seasons, taking part in cooking classes is the best way to dive into the culture and shelter from the rain. Food is the foundation of a country’s culture and you can learn a lot about it through a cooking class. Vietnamese cuisines are made up of complex flavors and unique ingredients. Through a Vietnamese cooking class, you will be introduced to these special ingredients and learn about its purpose. It is also great to bring home your knowledge and share with your friends and family the recipes that you’ve learned.
Location: Hanoi Cooking Class Rose Kitchen
Address: 7/32/75 Ng. 173 Đ. Hoàng Hoa Thám, Ngọc Hồ, Ba Đình, Hà Nội 10000, Vietnam
