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The pick of Istanbul.
The 15 most popular workshops in Istanbul. A short list of the ones worth planning a day around, with prices, run times and who to book with.
Make a Turkish mosaic lamp in Istanbul in 2.5 hours with snacks and unlimited tea or coffee, then take your lamp home.
Most Popular“Amazing experience! Would recommend to anyone visiting Istanbul we are so glad we did this!!”
Make your own custom perfume in Istanbul with a Bosphorus view. 2 hours, $28, 50+ scents, tea included.
“Thanks so much Tuana for the workshop, we had so much fun and her explanation was amazing and super helpful! Really happy with our perfume now :)”
Learn Turkish coffee from scratch in Istanbul: grind and brew in a cezve, taste multiple styles with delight, plus fortune telling and a take-home set.
“Everything is well arranged for foreign visitors like us, from metro pickup to coffee history telling, especially in Turkish coffee brewing in the end. What we have experienced is not only the coffee fabrication but taking a bite of coffee life in Turkish culture. Everything is fantastic with a crew of thoughtful people who are…”
Create a Turkish mosaic lamp in a 1500-year-old Balkapanı Inn in Karaköy with Bosphorus views, tea, and take-home packaging.
“Esra was very patient, kind and easy to understand.”
Create your own Istanbul perfume from 50+ ingredients with tea, coffee, cookies, and a take-home 50ml labeled bottle.
“i loved the experience of experiencing with different tones and mixing them up together.”
Istanbul Turkish coffee workshop with brewing lessons, fortune telling, and a handmade cup takeaway. Learn tradition in 2 hours for $20.
“Petek was amazing, really friendly and accommodating and we really enjoyed the workshop :)”
A 3-hour Istanbul stained-glass painting workshop: pick a pattern, paint glass by hand, sip unlimited tea and coffee, and take home a framed souvenir for $33.
“I really enjoyed this experience and the guide. I felt like we had a lot of fun. There were many patterns to choose from and 3 hours was just enough time to finish the work. The price was a little high, but it was worth it. The employees were all nice and packaged up the…”
Make a mosaic candle holder in Karaköy with a small-group guide, unlimited pomegranate tea, and Turkish delight, plus packing to take home.
“It was really good .. loved every part of the experience … highly recommend for those who are interested in mosaic art or art/handcrafts in general .. both instructors where very nice it helpful thank u for a wonderful experience ♥️”
First class business sedan transfer in Istanbul. Private ride with Wi‑Fi, air-conditioning, and clear IST/SAW pickup directions via WhatsApp.
“The staff were very kind and attentive and brought us safely back to the hotel. We didn't have to wait long at the airport; the driver found us right away.”
Make your own Turkish mosaic lamp in the Grand Bazaar. Hands-on workshop, tea and coffee included, with a take-home fee at the spot.
“Most enjoyable afternoon with a lovely host. Interesting meeting people from across the world. Would definitely recommend this to everyone.”
A short Istanbul pottery workshop in Cağaloğlu: shape red clay, try the wheel, paint a tile or piece, and relax with free tea and coffee.
3-hour Istanbul tile-painting workshop. Make a ceramic tabak plate, sip tea and coffee, snack, and take it home safely.
Turkish cooking class in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet with hotel pickup, Ottoman-inspired dishes, and a 3-course lunch with wine.
“My wife and I had a great time during the cooking class and have taken back some inspiration to cook a similar style of food at home. The chef and restaurant manger, who we primarily interacted with, were superb. Their instruction and patience was much appreciated and the food at the end was delicious.”
Cook Çiğ Köfte at a local home in Kadıköy with traditional music, friendly hosts, and hands-on kneading in a small group.
“We had a fabulous evening. Our hosts and their friends were so lovely. We participated in the cooking while traditional music was played. It was so fun to be with locals in their home, enjoying their hospitality. I highly, highly recommend this activity. It's not to be missed.”
Visit Little Hagia Sophia’s garden for an aromatherapy workshop, essential-oil techniques, and optional breakfast in a small-group Istanbul setting.
“Wonderful time learning about the history of the Little Ayasofya, enjoying a Turkish coffee/tea and about aromatherapy with my welcoming host!”
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