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The 14 most popular Chinese Calligraphy Classes in Beijing. A short list of the ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Learn Chinese calligraphy in central Beijing with an English-speaking teacher. Try multiple script styles, use real tools, and take home work.
Most Popular“Great calligraphy class, we learnt a lot. It was a really lovely experience and the Chinese characters we wrote were super meaningful! Highly reccomend”
Learn Chinese calligraphy in a small group in Beijing, guided by a patient instructor with supplies and tea. Take home your own piece.
“Really fun experience! Richard was kind and attentive. He made the class really fun and enjoyable. It was great to learn calligraphy and we would recommend for anyone wanting a fun experience whilst learning some history.”
A 3.5-hour Beijing walking tour through hutongs, Liulichang and Qianmen, ending near Tiananmen with a calligraphy creation time.
“Hao was an excellent guide. Despite the cold weather, Hao kept us moving and provided so much information and insight during our time with her. We would highly recommend Hao and the tour to anyone interested in knowing more about the off the beaten path parts of Beijing.”
Learn Chinese calligraphy in downtown Wangfujing with an English teacher, real tools, and a short hands-on class for all ages.
“It's in a bookstore and it's air-conditioned and you get tea . You also get a history of calligraphy and how old the practice is. I learned a lot and it was lots of fun and I'm coming back”
Small-group Beijing culture workshop: brew tea, learn guqin melody, and write Chinese characters in a quiet heritage venue.
“Unlike museums where you just look at artifacts, here you touch the culture. You write with a brush, drink the tea you brew, and feel the strings of a thousand-year-old instrument. Totally unforgettable.”
Beijing Wangfujing calligraphy class near the Forbidden City. Learn brush strokes with an English teacher, choose 45–120 min.
“Richard is a naturally empathic and wise teacher; it was a privilege to learn some basic strokes with him and to learn more too of Buddhist philosophy. It was the best few hours I spent in Beijing and my memory of the depth and richness of the experience will last for ever. We practiced for…”
Learn Chinese calligraphy in central Beijing with an art teacher. Pick a 30, 60, or 90-minute class and take home your work.
“Great experience, highly recommended!!! Richard is an amazing teacher and kind person, you’ll learn a lot from him!!!”
3.5-hour walk through Beijing’s Hutongs, courtyard stop, and calligraphy class with snacks and local stories for $25.
“It was very nice and interesting. Totally worth it”
Private Beijing day: 1.5-hour calligraphy lesson, hutong walk, and dumplings or noodles, plus optional pavilion views for $68.
“Super nice calligraphy class, the guide was very kind and teach to us the basic of chinese calligraphy, we got some backround infos about the history, some jokes ;) we tried dumplings and saw some piece of Hutong.”
3-hour Beijing culture workshop: six-step tea, learn Guqin melody, brush-and-ink calligraphy, plus Hanfu photos. Small group.
“This is SO amazing! I like the gorgeous dress and the calligraphy part. Learned how to write my name and “blessing” in Chinese ahaha. Highly recommended.”
Learn Beijing calligraphy, fan painting, or seal carving with a master in Liulichang, small-group guidance, and a take-home souvenir.
“Such a great moment. We’re so happy we booked this experienced with Bruce and his friend, they were patient and encouraging with us. We recommend !”
See Beijing’s Summer Palace with an English guide, then choose a hands-on Kung Fu tea ceremony or calligraphy class and enjoy Zha Jiang Mian.
Tai chi or kung fu at the Temple of Heaven area, then Chinese calligraphy in Beijing. Small group, $95 per person, about 3 hours.
“Wonder experience with the family. Highly recommend even in the heat, we all really enjoyed! Definitely would do again”
A 1-hour Chinese calligraphy class in Beijing’s Hutong where you practice brush strokes and learn at least 10 Hanzi for $55.
“Taking a calligraphy class from Master Guo Baoqing was my favorite experience during my 4 weeks in Beijing. Master Guo's teaching style is supportive and hands-on, which allowed me to connect with the process right away. In addition, I Read more”
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