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HomePlacesBac NinhDat Secand Pottery Village
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Dat Secand Pottery Village

Bac Ninh City, Bac Ninh 4m⚡ Easy
Best Time
October to November
Difficulty
Easy
Safety
★★★★☆
Solo Friendly
Family

About Dat Secand Pottery Village

Dat Secand Pottery Village is a traditional ceramic and pottery production center in Bac Ninh province, renowned for its skilled artisans who handcraft pottery using techniques passed down through generations. The village preserves ancient Vietnamese ceramic traditions and offers visitors an authentic glimpse into rural craft production and cultural heritage.

💡Why Visit?

Experience hands-on pottery making with local artisans, learn traditional Vietnamese ceramic techniques, and purchase authentic handcrafted pieces directly from makers at reasonable prices.

Best For
solo travellercouplefamilyphotographerartisan enthusiast
Languages
VietnameseKinh
#traditional-pottery#artisan-crafts#ceramic-workshop#cultural-heritage#hands-on-experience
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3 Days

Quick Facts

RegionBac Ninh
CountryVietnam
Altitude4m
DifficultyEasy
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget Stay₫250,000*/night
Budget Food₫100,000*/day
PermitNot Required
Visa & Entry Requirements

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💎 Hidden Gems Nearby

5 km
Tran Temple

Historic temple dedicated to Tran dynasty emperors, featuring traditional Vietnamese architecture and peaceful gardens.

4 km
Co Trai Communal House

Centuries-old communal house showcasing traditional Kinh ethnic architecture and cultural heritage.

12 km
Dong Ho Painting Village

Traditional woodblock printing village famous for colorful folk art paintings and ancient artistic techniques.

Activities

Pottery Making Workshop

includes materials and instruction

Time

2-4 hours

Cost

₫300k*–₫600k*

Effort

Easy

Artisan Studio Visit

free to observe; purchases optional

Time

1-2 hours

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

Pottery Kiln Observation

free access during working hours

Time

1 hour

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

Local Market Browse

free to browse; shopping optional

Time

2-3 hours

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

Motorbike Village Tour

motorbike rental and guide

Time

Half day

Cost

₫400k*–₫800k*

Effort

Easy

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Best months: Jan, Feb, Dec

Jun · Rain

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 21°C to 28°C annually. Best visited during Jan, Feb, Dec. Avoid travel in Jul, Aug, Sep due to heavy rainfall.

Temperature range (°C)
Jun
🌧️Rain
🌡️
Temperature26° – 33°C
💧
Rainfall288mm
💡Okay
💡Moderate — expect frequent rain
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

⚠️ Avoid travelling in Jul, Aug, Sep due to extreme conditions.

Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport
Noi Bai International Airport
35 km · 1 hour by road
Nearest Railway Station
Bac Ninh Railway Station
2 km · 5 minutes by road
Nearest Bus Stand
Bac Ninh Bus Station
3 km · 10 minutes by road

From Hanoi, take National Road 1 northbound toward Bac Ninh City, approximately 30 km from Hanoi center. The village is accessible from Bac Ninh City via local roads; a taxi or hired motorbike is recommended for the final 2-3 km to the pottery workshops.

Local Transport

Cab / Taxi
₫400,000* – ₫600,000*/day
Auto Rickshaw
Local Bus
Local buses connect Bac Ninh City center to nearby villages; inquire at Bac Ninh Bus Station for routes to pottery villages.
Walking

Where to Stay

🎒 Budget
₫250,000*/night
  • Basic guesthouse
  • Local homestay
🏨 Mid-range
₫600,000*/night
  • Mid-range hotel in Bac Ninh City
  • Comfortable guesthouse
✨ Luxury
₫1,500,000*/night
  • Luxury resort
  • High-end hotel in Hanoi

Local Cuisine

⭐ Banh Chunglocal
⭐ Bun Chastreet
⭐ Pho Bac Ninhlocal
Cha Carestaurant
Com Tamstreet

Travel Tips

  • Visit pottery workshops early morning to see artisans actively working at their kilns.
  • Hire a local guide for better insight into traditional pottery techniques and village history.
  • Bargain respectfully when purchasing; direct purchases from artisans offer best value.
  • Bring comfortable walking shoes; the village paths are unpaved and sometimes muddy.
  • Learn basic Vietnamese phrases; English is limited among elderly artisans.
Things to carry
Comfortable walking shoesSun protection and hatWater bottleCamera or phoneCash in Vietnamese DongLightweight clothing