Bat Trang village is known for its tradition in making handicraft items, about 15 km south southeast of Hanoi city. If you don't know what to do in Hanoi, you should visit Bat Trang ceramic village. You will be contemplating making ceramic products by hand and trying the beautiful ceramic with craftsmen. 

Bat Trang village Overview

Bat Trang village was established in the 14th or 15th century. However, some records of Bat Trang village have appeared earlier. This is one of the oldest ceramic making villages in Vietnam, located close to the Red River which is the largest river in Northern Vietnam. 

Bat Trang village developed during the reign of King Ly Thai To. Some craftsmen decided to follow the Emperor to settle and set up at Thang Long ( Hanoi capital today). 

There are 5 largest families choosing Bat Trang village to produce ceramics. 

Tourists visit Bat Trang ceramic village

With more ups and downs of history, Bat Trang Pottery Village became one of top brands in Vietnam with its famous ceramic products. The local people preserve the value and tradition of their ancestors.

Exquisite products made by craftsmen in Bat Trang pottery village

Product of Bat Trang ceramics is known for its best quality, style, and glaze both in Vietnam and internationally. The produce is exported to many countries such as Britain, Portugal, Britain... 

What to do in Bat Trang Village? 

Bat Trang Village attracts many foreign tourists with workshops and kilns, bringing a glimpse into the intricate art of pottery making. When you visit Bat Trang, you should explore:

History Pottery Kilns

Walk around the village, you can discover some famous ancient pottery kilns. Lo Bau is the old kilns in Bat Trang village, which became a signature and iconic as a testament to the ceramic heritage. Lo Bau was constructed in the late 19th century with a century-old relic. 

Take part in pottery workshops

You will have the opportunity to explore in workshops led by craftsmen. Tourists will be guided to make ceramics by practicing some shapes and molding clay. You can see the deft and dedication to create pottery.

A man is trying to make a bowl in Bat Trang craft village.

Enjoy local food at Bat Trang village

Don't pass up the diverse culinary of Bat Trang Pottery Village such as banh san nuong, banh te... The price ranges from 6.000 VND. Remember to savor the unique dish of Cang mang muc which is a dish of specialty in Bat Trang village.

Explore the ancient village

Bat Trang village has an antique architecture and nostalgic vibe, outstanding in the hustle and bustle  in Hanoi, Vietnam.  When you explore the village, you can get on a buffalo wagon from the gate of the village to enter the village. 

Chụp ảnh kỉ niệm tại làng gốm bát tràng

You can stop at a pottery workshop to make your own clay. However, a complete ceramic product is not easy. You can create any ceramic only with a clot of clay and a spinning table, creating items whatever you want. Besides, tourists bring back home to make gilf for family and friends. 

Visit pottery market

Pottery market in Bat Trang displays a variety of excellent ceramic products from household items, ornaments, ceramic pictures, rockery miniatures... You can find and buy whatever here with a cheap price. 

Pottery village in Bat Trang

Discover Bat Trang Pottery Museum

This place displays many ceramic products of Bat Trang with 6 floors. Each floor is categorized into collections with other styles. 

If you love fine arts, let's visit Bat Trang pottery museum. There are many ceramic products of Bat Trang pottery Village, creating a stunning background for tourists to take photos. 

Bat Trang Pottery Museum

Going to the second floor, you will learn about the history and development of the village. 

The art composition can be found on the fird floor. Tourists can see the view of the Red river and enjoy coffee on the fourth floor. 

How to get to Bat Trang village?

Bat Trang Pottery Village is located in Gia Lam district, Hanoi, about 14 km far away from Hanoi city. If tourist want to Bat Trang village, you can use many another vehicles to get there such as bus, motorbike, taxi or private car. 

Taking a bus is the most popular and cheap transportation. You can transfer with 47A buses to go to Bat Trang Ceramic village Hanoi. The price is only 7.000VND. 

Besides, you can rent a motorbike to explore the street and enjoy the fresh air in the local village. It takes about 30 minutes to transfer by motorbike. 

However, the best way is to rent a private car from Hanoi to Bat Trang village with a driver. You will feel more safe and convenient, suiting a family, large group. 

After exploring Bat Trang village, you can ask the driver to get next place. Enjoy Hanoi tour a day by private car with many famous place in capital. You will have a lot of knowledge and learn more about the culture in Vietnam. 

Bat Trang Ceramic Village is a famous village, attracting a largest number of tourist to visit. The village spans for centuries and still preserves the cultural value of handicraft villages. Performing a journey to Bat Trang Pottery village offers an unforgettable experience when you travel to Hanoi. Remember to take this place on your plan, you sure don't disappoint about it. 

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