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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Это было очень круто! Встретили, чаем напоили, все показали и научили) Буду рекомендовать теперь всем, кто отправляется в Стамбул.
Полина

March 10, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Assolutamente da fare e rifare! Tutti molto gentili e disponibili. Consigliatissimo e ci verrò di nuovo appena tornerò ad Istanbul ☺️
Traveler

Turkey

March 10, 2024

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

El café está hermosisisismo un lugar muy acogedor y muy creativo. Los guías, quien fue por nosotros al punto de encuentro y quien dio la explicación histórica y del proceso fueron excelentes personas muy amables. Gran hospitalidad. Aprendimos muchísimo. El precio es bajo comparado con lo vivido 👍
Ingrid

Mexico

March 10, 2024

Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop review

nous avons tout aimé ❤️ Nous allons faire l'atelier des lampes sans hésiter ! petit bémol pour les gâteaux qui auraient pu être des spécialités
Traveler

France

March 10, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

It's a fantastic workshop!
Grill

Hungary

March 10, 2024

Turkish Coffee Making & Fortune Telling Workshop

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Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

It was excellent. Great way to learn about coffee. Aziz was brilliant with his knowledge and patience
Stuart

United Kingdom

March 10, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

I absolutely loved this! The whole team were so lovely, nothing was a bother, everything was really clear. Such a brilliant concept and lovely space. Plus I had such a delightful group! I am going to recommend this to everyone coming to Istanbul and I will very likely be back as well! Can’t wait to try some of the other workshops!
Lucy

United Kingdom

March 9, 2024

Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop review

It was amazing! Mr Ali made sure our time was very pleasant during the workshop. Not only he advised nice traditional food place nearby, he also provided his contacts in case we have any questions or help during our stay in Istanbul. Amazing service!
Zhantore

United Kingdom

March 9, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

As a guy who isnt into arts and crafts had a hell of a lot more fun that I thought I would. Would recommend
Traveler

United States

March 9, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Toda a experiência foi fantástica! Desde o Mustafa a vir buscar-me (e aos restantes participantes) do lado europeu para o lado asiático, à experiência enriquecedora em si de decoração do candeeiro, aos chás e biscoitos oferecidos, e toda a conversa ao longo do workshop e até fora do mesmo. Super aconselho! ❤️
Filipa

Portugal

March 9, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Absolutely loved it. Thank you so much to Mustafa. He really outdid himself with his customer service skills. He waited to meet us at a collection point and helped with directions for the way back. Such a honest young man. The workshop himself he explained everything so well and we have come out of the workshop with two beautiful mosaic lamps. Thank you so much Mustafa.
H

United Kingdom

March 9, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Very good, history and information about the lamps and mosaic. Good choice of colours and options full creative freedom.
Traveler

United Kingdom

March 9, 2024

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

I loved all the details, the care of our guide !! Ali, fantastic workshop. One of the best workshop that I made !
Cristina

Italy

March 7, 2024

Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop review

Lost for something to do with an afternoon I booked this traditional stained glass painting workshop on a whim. But I’m so glad I did. It truly was the highlight of my trip to Istanbul. The class itself is great but the people make it exceptional. Ali (who owns the café which hosts the workshop), helped me to the venue, he was incredibly friendly and was more than happy to offer advice on hidden gems in the city, as well as good conversation. The café itself is a gem, up a small street the interior and partially covered garden is like an oasis from the hustle and bustle of the city. Eda ran the class. She was very knowledgeable about the history of Istanbul and the art of stained glass, which gave context to the activity. She was always on hand to help, and was incredibly welcoming. Both Eda and Ali made me feel like part of the family. The tea and biscuites flowed throughout the session and there were lots of laughs. I came away with a new skill, a broad smile, and a great souvenir.
Emily

United Kingdom

March 6, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Brilliant activity. Recommend to all. Guides were informative and interacted brilliantly in English.
Traveler

United Kingdom

March 6, 2024

Ebru Tote Bag Art Workshop

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Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

I promised my family an authentic Turkish coffee-making experience, and thanks to Aziz, I was able to keep my promise. Apart from learning how to make coffee, we were also informed about the historical events that led to the current culture and tradition of coffee consumption. Loved the way the workshop is designed. I would 10/10 recommend you to go for it, if you wish to experience the culture and tradition of Turkish coffee.
Himanshu

Turkey

March 6, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Great workshop and a lot of fun, the guys who took the workshop were really friendly and so helpful! Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Istanbul who loves turkish lamps. Great value for money also.
Danielle

United Kingdom

March 5, 2024

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

We LOVED this workshop, even more than we thought we would! It was interesting, fun, interactive, & tasty! Everyone was really nice, our instructor was awesome, the place is super cute/cozy, & the items used/take home gift were nice quality! DEFINITELY recommend :)
Christina

United States

March 5, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Angefangen mit kurzer Erklärung woher dir Lampen kommen, danach gezeigt wie man sie machen kann. Praktische Tipps und Unterstützung den ganzen Workshop. War interessant und schön!
Traveler

Germany

March 5, 2024

Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop review

Ali and Eda were amazing. These extremely friendly and kind. They really showed me how good Turkish hospitality is. The staining glass workshop was very engaging and it was a relaxing activity to do. Many choices of Istanbul iconic monuments that could be drawn on the glass which makes it a very unique souvenir to take home to remember the trip in this spectacular city. I recommend everyone coming to Istanbul to participate in this activity.
Ernestina

United Kingdom

March 5, 2024

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Aziz was a fantastic teacher. He was very charismatic and engaging in the lesson. I learnt a lot about Turkish culture and customs and it was really fun. The coffee making process was amazing and we also got to try different typical Turkish coffees. The gift at the end was beautiful. I definitely recommend this workshop anyone coming to Istanbul to learn more about the Turkish people but also have fun.
Ernestina

United Kingdom

March 5, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Brilliant really good fun either as a group or on your own. From 4 years to 99 years. The 4 year old in our group was brilliant and loved her lamp, better than the adults. Would defo go again highly recommend it. Mustafa was lovely very easy to talk to just a lovely lad
Traveler

Ireland

March 4, 2024

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

It was a great time in the company of good people. We have some interesting experience making Turkish coffee and are looking forward to putting it into practice at home.
Daria

Poland

March 4, 2024

Traditional Stained Glass Painting Workshop review

Der Workshop war einfach unglaublich!! Ich würde von so großzügigen und lieben Menschen empfangen und habe unglaublich viel über die türkische Kultur erfahren. Die Workshop-Leiter waren unglaublich herzlich und freundlich und haben sich so viel Zeit für mich genommen, haben all meine Fragen beantwortet und sichergestellt, dass ich mich wohl fühle. Außerdem wurde man die ganze Zeit mit Tee, türkischem Kaffee und Keksen versorgt. Durch den Workshop hat man die Möglichkeit, mit anderen Touristen, aber auch mit Einheimischen in Kontakt zu kommen und dadurch unglaublich viel von der Kultur und dem Leben in Istanbul zu erfahren. Ich empfehle auf jeden Fall jedem, einen der Workshops zu machen!!!
Nicole

Germany

March 3, 2024

Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

Really informative and fun. Aziz are guide was nice, funny, and knowledgeable. The parting gift was a nice end to the activity.
Jennifer

United States

March 2, 2024

Turkish Illumination Art Workshop

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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

I highly recommend this workshop with Ali and Mustafa! Both are very kind and the workshop is very cool! Do not miss it if you come to Istanbul!!
Maha

France

March 1, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Было интересно, получился отличный сувенир своими руками. Рекомендую.
Юлия

March 1, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Mustafa mødt os ved check point og følgt os til asiatisk side med tog. Mustafa var meget venlig, snakkesalig og har forklaret mange historiske ting på vejen til værksted. Han var meget hjælpsom under hele processen. Vi fik Turkish kafe, Tea and småkage. Slut resultat af lampen var rigtig flot. jeg vil anbefale denne værksted. alle der arbejder der var venlige mennesker.
oxana

Denmark

February 29, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Excellent. You MUST do this when visiting Istanbul. The people are AMAZING, the activity is relaxing and you get to really listen and engage with locals. The souvenir you take home is also wonderful. I highly recommend the activity. Mustafa was lovely and so was Ali. Excellent service and I wish them the best.
Naba

Spain

February 29, 2024

Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

Great experience , definitely recommend to everyone . Small little coffee place with workshop , amazing . Aziz and the other staff were great and he kindly met up at a checkpoint and took us to the workshop . 10/10 Rejwan
Traveler

United Kingdom

February 28, 2024
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Are you the original Istanbul Workshops?

Yes, you are on the right page. We are the first brand under this name in Turkey. Our trademark is on file. The studio is in Üsküdar in Istanbul. Phone: +90 533 167 62 71. Site: istanbulworkshops.com.

Do you give a certificate of completion?

Yes, on request. At the end of the session we print a simple sheet with your name, the craft, and the guide's signature. No fee; just ask before the workshop ends. Guests often add it to their trip keepsake set.

How do I contact Istanbul Workshops?

The fast way to reach us is the contact form on our site. We reply in one work day. We also run a phone line. The line is open in studio hours. We help in English and Turkish on both routes.

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