The 8 Calligraphy Classes in Beijing That Repay a Whole Day

1.Beijing Calligraphy Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 112 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour · from $20Our pick

Meet your English-speaking calligraphy teacher at Sun World Dynasty Hotel on Wangfujing Avenue. In 30 minutes to one hour, you will learn brush handling, basic strokes, Chinese calligraphy styles, and the meaning behind selected characters. Richard, David, or Li may lead the lesson, with supplies provided and time for a finished piece.

“It was amazing experience that we will never forget! Also we so surprised we received our paintings and pencils which was so so nice! Richard had a lot of patience and was a very very good teacher. I can highly recommend this adventure.”

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2.Chinese Calligraphy Class for Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · from $20Top rated

Meet your art teacher at Hilton Beijing Wangfujing for a small-group Chinese calligraphy lesson. Choose a 30-minute, 45-minute, 1-hour, 1.5-hour, or 2-hour session. Practice posture, brush control, and basic strokes, then create a personal calligraphy piece to take home. Richard, David, or Robert Lee may lead the class.

“This is a great activity to do when visiting Beijing. We really enjoyed the class and got to take home a canvas with our efforts. Richard was very friendly and professional and explained the techniques very well. It was great to learn a new skill.”

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3.Beijing Historic City Guided Walking Tour + Calligraphy Creation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $5Best value

Spend 3.5 hours walking from Huguang Guild Hall through old hutongs, Liulichang, Yangmeizhu Byway, Dashilan, and Qianmen. Your English-speaking guide, including guides such as Kris and Hao, explains Beijing’s past and present, with time for street food, local shops, and calligraphy culture. The $5 fee reserves your place; a 160 to 200 RMB tip is suggested.

“It was a huge group and it wasn't what I expected, but I'm glad I went. I thought we'd do all the big stuff like Tiananmen Square, etc. and instead we went to a Hutong neighborhood but it was good, because I learned about that instead!”

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4.Beijing Wangfujing Calligraphy Class by Forbidden City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $20

Meet at Hilton Beijing Wangfujing for a hands-on Chinese calligraphy lesson with an English-speaking art teacher, including Richard when available. Learn about brushes, inkstones, rice paper, seal carvings, and the cultural meaning of characters such as 福, happiness. Choose a 30-minute, 1-hour, 90-minute, or 2-hour session.

“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”

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5.Beijing Culture: Tea Ceremony, Heritage Instrument & Calligraphy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $78

At a private heritage venue in Beijing’s 813 Creative Park, a bilingual guide with a master’s degree in history and sociology leads you through tea tasting, Chinese calligraphy, and a hands-on Guqin lesson. National-level artists explain the meaning behind each practice, and traditional clothing is available for photos.

“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.”

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6.Beijing Wangfujing Calligraphy Class Nearby Forbidden City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 45 minutes - 2 hours · from $35

Meet your English-speaking calligraphy teacher at Sun World Dynasty Hotel near Wangfujing and practice Chinese brushwork in a calm hutong studio. Choose 45 minutes, 1, 1.5, or 2 hours. Learn posture, brush control, basic strokes, and character forms, then create a keepsake on a red canvas. Tea and supplies are included.

“We had an amazing experience in the calligraphy class with David. He was incredibly attentive, patient, and made everyone feel comfortable, no matter their skill level. We had an unexpected issue and had to reschedule—he was super flexible and kind about it. On top of that, he even gave us a lovely gift at the end of the class! Truly went above and beyond. Highly recommend this class to anyone interested in calligraphy!”

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7.Beijing Hands-On Culture Tour: Tea, Instrument, Calligraphy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 hours · from $15

Spend about three hours at a private Beijing art center learning tea ritual, Guqin music, and Chinese calligraphy. You will brew three teas, play part of an ancient melody, write your name or a blessing, and dress in Hanfu for photos. The group is limited to 10, with Chinese and English instruction. Sylvia can help meet you at the metro entrance.

“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.”

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8.Beijing liulichang : Learn Calligraphy orCarving from Master

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $75

Meet your English-speaking guide at Liulichang East Street, walk through the old cultural quarter, then join Bruce Gao and an artisan for a hands-on workshop. Choose calligraphy, silk fan painting, or seal carving. You will practice first, work with quality materials, and take home a personal piece.

“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 !”

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