Top Siem Reap Classes & Workshops

Discover the time-honored tradition of making Cambodian ceramics during a pottery workshop in Siem Reap — a perfect family activity. An expert artist demonstrates methods of molding pieces on a pottery wheel, then helps you shape your own bowl and create Khmer designs with the proper carving tools. Your masterpiece will be ready for pickup the next day, along with a potter's diploma, after firing in a kiln overnight. This 1.45-hour experience includes hotel transport by tuk-tuk.

Enjoy a glimpse into a long-enduring feature of Khmer culture with this short lesson in traditional Apsara dance. Historically used to appease Khmer deities and in modern times a staple of public celebration, Apsara is as exciting to perform as it is impressive to watch. While some kind of Apsara experience is common when visiting Siem Reap, this class offers you the opportunity to try this art form for yourself, giving you a stronger insight into Khmer culture.

Learn the basics of Cambodian pottery and ceramic painting at a Siem Reap artist workshop, where you’ll create a bowl, mug, and saucers with help from a local artist. A hands-on way to immerse yourself in Cambodia’s artistic culture, you’ll finish the workshop with unique-to-you souvenirs made using traditional techniques.

As the old saying goes give a man fish, and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a life time ! We at Decorisan are teaching soap making from scratch so that he/she can take the knowledge with him/her and use it any time.

Gain hands on experience in the art of Cambodian cuisine during a 3-hour cooking lesson with a local chef. In the morning or afternoon, travel round-trip by tuk-tuk from your hotel to a rural village outside Siem Reap. You’ll take part in an interactive workshop with a small group of food lovers and enjoy your 3-course meal afterward.

Discover the secrets of Vietnam’s coppersmiths during this hands-on half-day workshop. Learn how to make your own copper bracelet during this small-group workshop, with personalized guidance from your instructor every step of the way. Craft a unique souvenir to remember Vietnam by or a gift for a loved one back home, all using raw metal and tools provided during your workshop.

Learn about Cambodian art and design at a hands-on ceramic painting workshop in Siem Reap, decorating a pair of elephant mugs that are a unique alternative to mass-produced souvenirs. With instructors on-hand to share the history and techniques of Cambodian painting, you’ll watch a demonstration of traditional ceramics making, and experience a side of local culture that many visitors miss.

Be mesmerized by the captivating choreography and hypnotic color of a Phare performance in Siem Reap. Feast your senses on a 90-minute spectacle that blends riveting theater with folk music and distinctly Cambodian stories. Commend the determination of the young circus artists, many of who are from challenging social and economic backgrounds, as they hypnotize the audience with their energy and emotion. Gain insight into the charity Phare Ponleu Selpak and discover the work the organization does to help vulnerable children and adults in Cambodian society. - Phare show admission ticket in Siem Reap - See circus arts that use dance, music and movement to tell Cambodian folk tales and modern stories - Be wowed by the talents of this young theatre troupe - Discover the great work of Phare Ponleu Selpak in changing young lives through education, social support and art - Select open seating or upgrade for preferred seating including a beverage and gift

Learn how to prepare some of delicious Khmer dishes such as chicken curry and beef loclac in this three-hour cooking class with Paper Tiger Eatery. Well-known for its delicious servings of authentic Khmer offerings. Paper Tiger is the first cooking school in Siem Reap that opened its doors to foreign travelers in 2001. During this unique culinary experience, you will visit a historic market wherein you'll discover fresh produce and meat that are needed for the class. Once you arrive at the eatery, a friendly and professional chef will assist you in preparing and cooking your Khmer dish. Enjoy the satisfying lunch or dinner that you've made with other students while discussing which recipe you will do next once you're back home. For your future culinary adventures, a digital recipe book will be forwarded to you before you leave the eatery.

If you’re looking to try something new and get creative, then join a local artist in this fun and intimate class. Discover the art of spoon painting: a unique local technique involving the use of spoons rather than paint brushes. Experiment with technique and paint: you can choose to either start with the templates provided or design your own. Discover your inner artist and take home your unique handmade souvenir at the end of the workshop.

Join with our local hosts and gain new core experience by enjoying converting the brass bullet to impressive fashion jewellery. Ammo is one of a new activity where visitor can join local host transforming ammo into beautiful necklaces, earing, rings, bangles, cufflinks, money clips, and impressive bracelet. It also makes fill-in styles temple ornaments in silver, with semi-precious jewels such as garnet, peridot, amethyst and Blue Zircon. This activity off you with core experience, interact with local hosts, learning traditional ammo making, have your own stylish ammo making and get your own souvenir products. Go and grab some fun until transferring back to your hotel. -Be ready at hotel and waiting for transfer 15 minutes before departure. -Transfer to Ammo workshop and listen to the instructor -Start to make your own one that you can bring home or use for your self -After the class done, transfer back to hotel

Don’t just take home memories of great Khmer cuisine, return home able to cook Cambodian classics after a Champney cooking class. After selecting fresh ingredients from the central market, you’ll master the basics of dishes such as curry and slow-cooked beef, all the while learning about the integral part that food plays in Khmer culture.

With our teacher (more than 10 years experience in teaching cooking class) you will visit local market. After you start the preparation of your dishes (a choice between 6 starters, 6 main courses, 3 desserts). after finishing your "job", you disgusted your dishes

Sample traditional Khmer cuisine and get hands-on in the kitchen with this 4-hour, expert-led Cambodian cooking class from Siem Reap. With numbers limited to 12, enjoy an authentic small-group experience, as you travel out to a typical rural village. Learn how to pick fresh herbs, prepare dishes like mango salad and fish amok, and add a finishing flair to your presentation. Finally, toast your hard work with a cocktail and sit down to taste your creations.

Unwind and get rejuvenated in a tranquil yoga session in the middle of Siem Reap City with our Yoga Sunset package. We will take you to a relaxing soulful spot in the city where you can enjoy the sunset while having yourself cool down. Dropping by first at the famous “Old Market” to grab tons of souvenirs, art works and items only found in Cambodia. And after that 70-80 minutes of stretching tranquillity, enjoy your dinner while having witnessed Cambodia’s Apsara dance show, a dance show that was practiced in the royal palaces and dates from way back the 9th century. Enjoy that peaceful and soulful relaxing journey in the middle of city. Tour Schedule: 15:30 pm Hotel pick up 16:00 pm Old Market souvenir shopping tour 17:00 pm Preah Garden for Sunset yoga lesson 18:30 pm Depart form Preah Garden to Apsara dinner dance show 19:00 pm Apsara dinner dance show at Por Cuisine 20:30 pm Back to your original pick up location End of Service

-Appreciation the local artist through attending the painting class -Relax and enjoy painting activity that you prefer -Appreciate your afford and patient to have your personal painting that can bring home -Interact with local artist and learn about his daily life -Explore various painting done by the local artist

It is a highly interactive and hands-on workshop that will allow you to learn about natural soaps in such a simple way that you will never have thought.

Take a break from temples and let your creative instincts run wild with this fun, short jewelry-making class in Siem Reap. Work from your choice of bracelet templates or create your own design in colorful copper wire. Your group is limited to just 10 travelers to ensure hands-on instruction, while you can choose between morning or afternoon sessions to fit your schedule.

Uncover the secrets of Khmer cuisine during this 4-hour cooking class in Siem Reap. Discover fragrant herbs and spices, learn traditional techniques and create an array of Khmer specialties under the guidance of an expert chef. Best of all, this small-group cooking class means you’ll be able to get hands-on, and leave with plenty of tips and ideas for recreating your favorite dishes back home.

- Support sustainable project development (hearing-impaired tutors) - Learn how to make pottery in ceramics from your own hands - Completely fun ideal activity especially for friends and family

Learn to make your own cocktails with sombai-infused Cambodian liqueur in a class taught by a professional bartender. Try out two recipes, then visit a village workshop where you’ll taste eight tantalizing flavors made with tropical fruit and paired with local snacks. Learn the story behind the liqueurs as you relax in a comfortable lounge. You’ll travel round-trip from your hotel in Siem Reap by tuk-tuk!

Discover the ancient Khmer craft of blacksmithing during this unique hands-on workshop in Siem Reap. Visit a traditional blacksmith's workshop, learn the age-old process of melting and hammering the metal over a charcoal fire, and get hands-on as you craft your very own medieval knife, under the guidance of your instructor.

Participants in this class will learn a craft rare and inspiring, unlike any other kind of sketching taught in a typical art class. Our local artist will walk you through the unique art he created himself, 7 years ago, and has spent time perfecting ever since. You’ll learn of an art form that could well have been discovered in the ancient years of the Khmer Empire. It’s incredible how new art forms are still being discovered to this day. He is a gifted artist who wishes to share his talents with the world at large and by attending this class, you’ll be having fun while helping out a local artist in the process.

Incense is a important part of Khmer religious and cultural life. Our tour gives guests a unique opportunity to connect to the source of this tradition - a tradition that was nearly lost during the Khmer Rouge. While many in modern society now purchase cheap, imported incense, the art form is still practiced by some elderly individuals. Participating in this tour calls attention to it and encourages the younger generation to take pride in this centuries old practice.